2018 FCCC MT45
2 recalls, 0 complaints - 44 TSBs
19V371000 May 14, 2019
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:PEDALS AND LINKAGES
Defect Description
Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2012-2019 Freightliner Custom Chassis MT55 and MT45 vehicles. The brake pedal clevis pin clip may rub or bend on the throttle pedal and possibly detach.
Consequence
If the clip is detaches and clevis pin slides out of position, the brake lights may fail. Loss of brake lights may mislead other drivers if they are unaware the vehicle is stopping or slowing down, which increases the risk of crash. If the pin continues to slide out further, the pedal may detach, ... Read more
Remedy
DTNA will notify the vehicle manufacturers that purchased these chassis, and DTNA dealers will inspect the clevis pin clearance and correct it as necessary, free of charge. DTNA issued owners an interim notification on July 12, 2019. The recall began August 28, 2019. Owners may contact DTNA custo... Read more
18V913000 Dec 19, 2018
STEERING
Defect Description
Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Freightliner 114SD, 122SD, 108SD, Cascadia and Business class M2 trucks, Freightliner Custom Chassis XBS, XCL, XCM, MT45, MT55, S2G, S2RV, XCR and XCS custom chassis and Western Star 4700, 4900 and 5700 trucks equipped with Detro... Read more
Consequence
Loose tie rod arm bolts may lead to separation of the tie rod arm, resulting in a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
DTNA has notified owners, and dealers will inspect the steering arm and tie rod arm bolts for to make sure that they are properly tightened, installing new fasteners as necessary, free of charge. The recall began February 9, 2019. Owners may contact Daimler Trucks at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number ... Read more
No complaints found for this vehicle.
Technical Service Bulletins, 2018 FCCC MT45
44 manufacturer communications from 38 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 17 |
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 14 |
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 4 |
| 050000 PARKING BRAKE | 2 |
| 160000 STRUCTURE | 2 |
| 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL | 2 |
| 030000 BRAKES (PWS) | 1 |
| 042600 SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:SUPPLY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS | 1 |
ICI24-006
Feb 20, 2024
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Important Campaign Information letter for FL974 - Revised Bulletin & Population
FL974
Feb 20, 2024
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Revised Emissions Recall: Cummins DEF Sensor Shortage. REVISION: Some vehicles formerly in Group F have been moved to Group G and have been assigned a new part number as specified in Table 1. An SRT for 'Calibration Code Only: Update or Con
FL974
Jan 19, 2024
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Emissions Recall: Cummins DEF Sensor Shortage
WP21-007
Mar 22, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
Warranty Policy Letter for battery tags. DTNA determined that since adopting the AutoMeter BCT-460DTNA Powernet Assessment Tool (AutoMeter) as the required powernet system tester, not all battery tags have to be retained support Warranty-re
WP21-007
Mar 22, 2021
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Warranty Policy Letter for battery tags. DTNA determined that since adopting the AutoMeter BCT-460DTNA Powernet Assessment Tool (AutoMeter) as the required powernet system tester, not all battery tags have to be retained support Warranty-re
21OEM-06
Feb 19, 2021
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Starting on November 23, 2020, DiagnosticLink 8.13 (Build 4527) was made available. Current subscribers of DiagnosticLink 8.11 or 8.12 may upgrade to DiagnosticLink 8.13 at no cost. All DTNA Service shops & OEM locations are required to mai
SS3733
Jan 7, 2021
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Updated Service Solution for 6.0l Gas Engine With Low Oil PSI. Certain FCCC vehicles equipped with a 6.0l GM gas engine may experience a complaint of low oil pressure indication on the instrument panel.
SBU35-012
Dec 23, 2020
100000 POWER TRAIN
FCCC Service Bulletin for Axle Flange Gasket Replaced with O-Ring. Daimler Trucks North America has released a new axle shaft to hub rubber O-ring (part number 11-30728-000) as a replacement for the paper gasket (part number 11-14418-000).
SBU54-056
Oct 27, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
Freightliner Custom Chassis Service Bulletin for When troubleshooting powernet issues, use the BCT-460DTNA PowerNet Assessment Tool. As of May 29, 2018, the AutoMeter is the only Daimler-approved tool for troubleshooting vehicle Powernet is
SBU54-056
Oct 27, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Freightliner Custom Chassis Service Bulletin for When troubleshooting powernet issues, use the BCT-460DTNA PowerNet Assessment Tool. As of May 29, 2018, the AutoMeter is the only Daimler-approved tool for troubleshooting vehicle Powernet is
20TS-05
Jul 27, 2020
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Technical Service Letter for EPA10, GHG14, GHG17 Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) Compatibility. Note: This document supersedes 14 TS-25 and 15 TS-8. Detroit Diesel has determined that some, Diesel Particulate Filters (DPFs) are compatible i
20CSA-10
Jul 27, 2020
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Customer Service Announcement informing that Service Pack (SP) 1 for DiagnosticLink??A???A???A???A???A???A???A???A? 8.12 Standard and Professional is available to download from the Detroit Diesel server.
20OEM-05
Jul 27, 2020
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
OEM and distributor announcement for DiagnosticLink 8.12 (Build 4527) was made available. All DTNA Service shops & OEM locations are required to maintain the latest version of software on each of their stations.
20CSA-09
Jul 23, 2020
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Customer Service Announcement for DiagnosticLink Software Update Reminder. Due to various software changes and fixes, vehicles will require DiagnosticLink 8.12 to perform functional programming. Failure to use this version may cause errors,
SF606REV
Jul 21, 2020
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Revision for Field Service Campaign for 8.0L Engine Calibration Updates. On certain vehicles, an erroneous fault code setting and malfunction indicator light (MIL) illumination may occur. The engine controller software will be updated. The
ICI20-021
Jul 17, 2020
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Important Campaign Information for SF606 Revised Bulletin. This letter is to inform you that a revised bulletin for Field Service Campaign SF606 Agility 8.0L Engine Calibration Updates is available on DTNAConnect. The work instructions have
20CSA-08
Jun 10, 2020
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Customer Service Announcement for Release of DiagnosticLink 8.12. On Wednesday, June 10, 2020, DiagnosticLink 8.12 will be made available for download from the ordering system. Current subscribers of DiagnosticLink 8.xx can upgrade to Diagn
SF606
Jun 10, 2020
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Field Service Campaign for 8.0L Engine Calibration Updates. On certain vehicles, an erroneous fault code setting and malfunction indicator light (MIL) illumination may occur. The engine controller software will be updated.
WI20-008
Apr 27, 2020
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Warranty Information Letter for Warranty Training Online. DTNA is pleased to announce the release of new Warranty-related training videos. The videos provide Warranty content in short instructional videos that are available on demand throug
WP20-007
Apr 23, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
Warranty Policy Letter for Chassis Progressive Damage Policy Change. Effective for repair orders opened on or after April 27, 2020, if an Authorized Service Location installed a part which later has a warrantable failure, progressive damage
WP20-006
Apr 23, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
Warranty Policy Letter for Handling for Authorized Service Location Part Transfers. To promote 24-hour throughput and maximum efficiency, DTNA is adjusting multiple handling policies: Launching a new handling allowance for parts ordered fr
WP20-005
Apr 22, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
Warranty Policy Letter for Handling Change: Over the Counter Aftermarket Parts Replacement Program. DTNA is pleased to announce that handling will increase to 33% for Misc. Replacement Part type claims filed under the Over the Counter (OTC)
WI20-004
Apr 21, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
Warranty Information Letter for Warranty Long Block Program Change. The Detroit Reman Long Block Program has expanded. The expansion reduces complexity in ordering reman engines and promotes stocking reman engines to meet uptime commitments
WI20-004
Apr 21, 2020
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Warranty Information Letter for Warranty Long Block Program Change. The Detroit Reman Long Block Program has expanded. The expansion reduces complexity in ordering reman engines and promotes stocking reman engines to meet uptime commitments
SIB0201-20
Mar 23, 2020
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Service Information Bulletin for Cylinder Block Porosity Repair for DD5 and DD8 egnines. Use this procedure to repair oil leaks caused by cylinder block porosity. The low oil pressure, cast areas of the cylinder block can be repaired using
20CSA-04
Mar 20, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
Customer Service Announcement saying that Service Pack (SP) 3 for DiagnosticLink??A? 8.11 Standard and Professional will be available for download from the Detroit Diesel server.
20CSA-04
Mar 20, 2020
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Customer Service Announcement saying that Service Pack (SP) 3 for DiagnosticLink??A? 8.11 Standard and Professional will be available for download from the Detroit Diesel server.
03.2020 Campaign
Mar 17, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
Open recall and Field service Campaigns report send out to Dealers, General Managers, Service managers and warranty managers.
WP20-002
Mar 17, 2020
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Warranty Policy Letter explaining the Warranty Department is aligning with the frame rail repair policy, published in DTNA Workshop Manuals, which states that there are very few cases in which welding a heat-treated frame rail is allowed. T
WP20-002
Mar 17, 2020
160000 STRUCTURE
Warranty Policy Letter explaining the Warranty Department is aligning with the frame rail repair policy, published in DTNA Workshop Manuals, which states that there are very few cases in which welding a heat-treated frame rail is allowed. T
SBU54-048
Feb 14, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Service Bulletin for Guidelines for Repairing or Replacing an Electrical Harness. Use the guidelines in this bulletin to determine if a damaged electrical harness should be repaired or replaced.
19CSA-13
Sep 5, 2019
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Service Systems Development provided document to service locations on price list reflects current charges to engine horsepower ratings for HDEP and MDEG engine platforms.
19-012WP
Sep 4, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
Warranty Policy Letter to communicate remarketing handling cap for Detroit DT12 Transmission.
19-013WI
Sep 4, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
Warranty Information Letter to announce addition of Thomas Built Bus as a brand with an Authorized Demonstrator Program
19-010WI
Sep 3, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
Warranty Information Letter updated to communicate warranty system updates.
19-008WI
Aug 7, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
Warranty Information Letter sent to customers regarding new refrigerator supplier for returning parts.
DOC-1034452
Aug 5, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
Training Solution created by DTNA to provide guidance to customers when searching for service information for components and systems not owned by Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA).
19-009WI
Aug 5, 2019
160000 STRUCTURE
Warranty Information Letter - Expanded guidelines for paint-related claims sent out to Freightliner, Western star, Thomas Built Bus, Export and Direct warranty customers
SF581
May 8, 2019
042600 SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:SUPPLY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
FCCC MT Chassis Front Brake Hoses Recall Bulletin
Brake Clevis
Mar 27, 2019
030000 BRAKES (PWS)
Customer Advisory Letter- Brake Clevis CA wletter
sbu54056
Mar 8, 2019
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
sbu54056 Powernet Troubleshooting Guide Batteries, Path, Alternator, and Starter
DOC-1034023
Dec 10, 2018
050000 PARKING BRAKE
Service Solution-SS 1034023 FCCC MTG Park Brake Routing
MT Park Brake Ca
Dec 10, 2018
050000 PARKING BRAKE
MT Park Brake Cable Rub letter
ICI18-038 FL795
Dec 4, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
ICI18-038 FL795 ? Interim Recall Notice
FCCC MT45 - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the FCCC MT45 across all model years (2011, 2025).
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Total Recalls
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Total Complaints
0
Investigations
0
Reported Crashes
0
Reported Fires
0
Reported Deaths
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