MAXI-METAL FREIGHTLINER 2021: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 24V032000
| Make | Model | Year |
|---|---|---|
| MAXI-METAL | FREIGHTLINER | 2021 |
| Date Owners Notified | Date Received by ODI | Date Added to Database |
| 2024-02-22 | 2024-01-19 | 2024-01-22 |
Manufacturers Involved: MAXI-METAL INC.
Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
Potential Number Of Units Affected: 19
Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report
MAXI-METAL INC. "MAXI-METAL" is recalling certain 2020-2023 MAXI/Freightliner and MAXI/Kenworth trucks equipped with Weldon 8X16 Input-Output nodes. In the event of a short circuit or wiring failure, the firmware in the node may fail to shut off the output pin, resulting in overloaded electrical circuits.
Overloaded electrical circuits can overheat, increasing the risk of fire.
MAXI-METAL will work with Weldon to update the firmware, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 22, 2024. Owners may contact MAXI-METAL customer service at 1-418-228-6637.
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.nhtsa.gov.
