Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA) is recalling certain 2014-2017 Freightliner Custom Chassis XCR chassis. A battery cable mounting bracket may not have been installed correctly, as a result, the improperly routed and clipped battery cable can contact the frame rail, possibly chafing and short circuiting.
Daimler Trucks North America – Battery Cable may Rub Against Frame Rail
| Report Received Date | 07/17/2017 |
| NHTSA ID | 17V451000 |
| Consequence Summary | A battery cable short circuit can increase the risk of a fire. |
| Corrective Action | DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and revise the battery cable mounting bracket and cable routing, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on September 14, 2017. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-745-8000. DTNA's number for this recall is FL741. |
| Recall Code | FL741 |
| Potentially Affected | 1308 |
| Fire Risk When Parked | No |
| Do Not Drive | No |
| Recall Link | Go to Recall (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=17V451000) |
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