NHTSA vehicle safety data
2017 Freightliner Custom Chass XCR Recalls, Ratings & Complaints
The 2017 Freightliner Custom Chass XCR has 1 NHTSA recall campaign and 0 owner complaints on file as of October 16, 2026. Recall repairs are usually free at an authorized Freightliner Custom Chass dealer.
NHTSA recall and complaint data for the 2017 Freightliner Custom Chass XCR. Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY:CABLES
NHTSA #17V451000Reported July 17, 2017 · Daimler Trucks North America LLC
Potentially affected: 1,308 vehicles
Defect description
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 consequence
A battery cable short circuit can increase the risk of a fire.
Manufacturer 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.
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