FREIGHTLINER 114SD 2020: STRUCTURE

General Information

NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 20V525000

Make Model Year
FREIGHTLINER 114SD 2020
Date Owners Notified Date Received by ODI Date Added to Database
2020-11-04 2020-08-31 2020-08-31

Manufacturers Involved: Daimler Trucks North America, LLC

Component: STRUCTURE

Potential Number Of Units Affected: 1074

Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report

Summary

Fontaine Modification "Fontaine" is recalling certain 2016-2020 Autohaulers built on Freightliner 114SD chassis. Movement of the cab during operation may cause the battery cable to contact the bottom of the cab, possibly damaging the cable.

Consequence

Damage to the cable can result in an electrical short, increasing the risk of a fire.

Remedy

Fontaine will notify owners, and dealers will ensure that the cable cannot be damaged, free of charge. The recall began November 4, 2020. Owners may contact Fontaine customer service at 1-800-366-8246.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 'TTY 1-800-424-9153', or go to www.safercar.gov.