MAXI-METAL UNSPECIFIED 2023: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
| Make : MAXI-METAL | Model : UNSPECIFIED | Year : 2023 |
| Build Dates : 0000-00-00 - 0000-00-00 | ||
| NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number : 24V032000 | ||
| Date Owner's Notified: 2024-02-22 | Date Received by ODI: 2024-01-19 | Date Added to Database: 2024-01-22 |
| Manufacturers Involved: MAXI-METAL INC. | ||
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| Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING | ||
| Potential Number Of Units Affected : 19 | ||
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Summary:
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. |
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Consequence:
Overloaded electrical circuits can overheat, increasing the risk of fire. |
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Remedy:
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. |
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| Report Initiator: MFR | V Report | |
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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.nhtsa.gov. |
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