NHTSAFUEL SYSTEM, DI...
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC - Fuel Filter Hoses May Disconnect and Leak Fu...
Published: June 6, 2024Recall ID: 24V420000Category: vehiclesCountry: US
Reason for Recall / Hazard
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire. Additionally, a lack of fuel can cause an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Product Description & Identification
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Freightliner Custom Chassis XCR and 2024 XBS, XCM chassis. The remote fuel filter hoses may become separated from the fittings, which can result in a fuel leak and a lack of fuel supply to the engine.
Affected Products
Fuel Filter Hoses May Disconnect and Leak Fuel
Additional Source Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Subject | Fuel Filter Hoses May Disconnect and Leak Fuel |
| Nhtsa id | 24V420000 |
| Component | FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL |
| Recall link › Url | https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=24V420000 |
| Recall link › Description | Go to Recall |
| Recall type | Vehicle |
| Do not drive | No |
| Manufacturer | Daimler Trucks North America, LLC |
| Defect summary | Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Freightliner Custom Chassis XCR and 2024 XBS, XCM chassis. The remote fuel filter hoses may become separated from the fittings, which can result in a fuel leak and a lack of fuel supply to the engine. |
| Completion rate | 58.93 |
| Corrective action | Cummins will replace the fuel filter hoses, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 8, 2024. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 800-745-8000. DTNA's number for this recall is F1003. |
| Consequence summary | A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire. Additionally, a lack of fuel can cause an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash. |
| Mfr campaign number | F1003 |
| Potentially affected | 56 |
| Report received date | 2024-06-06T00:00:00.000 |
| Fire risk when parked | No |
Overview
- Recalling FirmDaimler Trucks North America, LLC
- Risk LevelFUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL