NHTSA Recall 15V048000: 12v/24v/48v battery (electrical system)
Grech Motors, L.L.C reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 118 vehicles. It affects 2014–2015 Grech G40M2.
| NHTSA campaign | 15V048000 |
|---|---|
| Component | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM › 12V/24V/48V BATTERY |
| Report received | January 30, 2015 |
| Owner notification | March 17, 2015 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Grech Motors L.L.C. (Grech) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 G40M2 shuttle buses built on Freightliner M2 truck chassis, manufactured August 26, 2013, to December 10, 2014. In the affected vehicles, the batteries may not be installed in the correct position which could allow the positive battery terminals and clamps to contact the grounded battery retention bracket.
Safety risk
If the positive battery terminals contact the retention bracket, an electrical short would result, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Grech will notify owners, and dealers will correct the battery installation, free of charge. The recall began in March 17, 2015. Owners may contact Grech customer service at 1-855-994-7324.
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.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 15V048000
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.