Recall 20V525000
STRUCTURE
Report Date
20200831
Component
STRUCTURE
Affected Vehicles
5 models
Defect Description
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.
Safety 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.
Affected Vehicles
| Year | Make | Model |
|---|---|---|
| 2016 | FREIGHTLINER | 114SD |
| 2017 | FREIGHTLINER | 114SD |
| 2018 | FREIGHTLINER | 114SD |
| 2019 | FREIGHTLINER | 114SD |
| 2020 | FREIGHTLINER | 114SD |
Check your vehicle: Visit NHTSA.gov and enter your VIN to see if your specific vehicle is affected.