NHTSA Recall 24V032000: Electrical system: wiring
MAXI-METAL INC. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 19 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Maxi-Metal Freightliner.
| NHTSA campaign | 24V032000 |
|---|---|
| Component | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM › WIRING |
| Report received | January 19, 2024 |
| Owner notification | February 22, 2024 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
MAXI-METAL INC. (MAXI-METAL) is recalling certain 2020-2023 MAXI/Freightliner and MAXI/Kenworth trucks equipped with Weldon 8X16 Input-Output nodes. In the event of a short circuit or wiring failure, the firmware in the node may fail to shut off the output pin, resulting in overloaded electrical circuits.
Safety risk
Overloaded electrical circuits can overheat, increasing the risk of fire.
Remedy
MAXI-METAL will work with Weldon to update the firmware, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 22, 2024. Owners may contact MAXI-METAL customer service at 1-418-228-6637.
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.nhtsa.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 24V032000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Maxi-Metal Freightliner | 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023 |
| Maxi-Metal Kenworth | 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023 |
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.