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2021 Maxi-Metal Kenworth Recalls, Ratings & Complaints

The 2021 Maxi-Metal Kenworth has 1 NHTSA recall campaign and 0 owner complaints on file as of October 16, 2026. Recall repairs are usually free at an authorized Maxi-Metal dealer.

NHTSA recall and complaint data for the 2021 Maxi-Metal Kenworth. Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING

NHTSA #24V032000

Reported January 19, 2024 · MAXI-METAL INC.

Potentially affected: 19 vehicles

Defect description

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 consequence

Overloaded electrical circuits can overheat, increasing the risk of fire.

Manufacturer 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.

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