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NHTSA Recall 17V451000: Cables (electrical system)

Daimler Trucks North America LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 1,308 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the FCCC Xcr.

1,308
vehicles potentially affected
2
models affected
2017
owners notified (September 14)
NHTSA campaign17V451000
Manufacturer campaignFL741
ComponentELECTRICAL SYSTEM › 12V/24V/48V BATTERY › CABLES
Report receivedJuly 17, 2017
Owner notificationSeptember 14, 2017
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

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.

Safety risk

A battery cable short circuit can increase the risk of a fire.

Remedy

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.

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 17V451000

Make and modelModel years
FCCC Xcr2014, 2015, 2016
Freightliner Custom Chass Xcr2017

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.