NHTSA Recall 18V116000: Electrical system
Daimler Trucks North America LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 584 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Freightliner MT45G.
| NHTSA campaign | 18V116000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | FL-760 |
| Component | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM |
| Report received | February 16, 2018 |
| Owner notification | April 13, 2018 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2018 Freightliner MT45G and MT55G custom chassis built with certain uStart Ultra Capacitors. The bracket that secures the capacitor to the battery tray may damage the capacitor and allow water to enter the capacitor, causing corrosion or a possible electrical short.
Safety risk
An electrical short can increase the risk of fire.
Remedy
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will remove the capacitors, replacing them with an additional conventional battery, free of charge. The recall began on April 13, 2018. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-760.
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 18V116000
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.