Below are the latest recalls and corresponding issues for each model
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has recently issued recalls for certain commercial vehicles, including brands such as Daimler Trucks, Mack Trucks, Volvo Trucks, among others. Dealerships will ensure to correct the issues provided owners contact them promptly. Below are the latest recalls and corresponding issues for each model:
Autocar ACX and DC 2023-2024
Autocar is recalling certain ACX and DC vehicles from 2023-2024 due to a potential issue with the axle locking nut, which may be improperly secured, allowing the wheel end to separate from the vehicle. This defect increases the risk of accidents. The recall affects approximately 1,374 vehicles. Notification letters to owners will be mailed by July 26th.
Daimler Truck North America Freightliner Custom Chassis XCR and 2024 XBS, XCM
The company is recalling certain 2023-2024 Freightliner Custom Chassis XCR and 2024 XBS, XCM models due to a potential issue with remote fuel filter hoses, which could cause fuel leakage and interruption of engine supply, increasing the risk of fires and accidents. The recall affects approximately 56 vehicles, with notification letters expected to be mailed by July 21st.
Ford E-450 2021
North Central Emergency Vehicles is recalling a 2021 Ford E-450 vehicle equipped with Weldon 8X16 input-output nodes due to a potential electrical circuit risk. The node firmware may fail to properly shut off the output plug, increasing the risk of overheating and fire. Notification letters to owners are expected to be mailed in June 2024.
Mack Trucks Anthem and Pinnacle
Mack Trucks is recalling certain 2025 Anthem and Pinnacle trucks due to a malfunction that could result in sudden loss of steering control. The recall potentially affects seven vehicles. Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until repairs are completed. Notification letters will be mailed by July 5th.
Chrysler Ram ProMaster 2021-2024
Chrysler is recalling 2021-2024 Ram ProMaster models due to a missing side door beam and incorrect seating capacity information on the tire placard. The recall potentially affects 266 vehicles. Notification letters to owners will be mailed by July 26th.
Rivian Automotive 2022-2024 R1T and R1S
Rivian Automotive is recalling 2022-2024 R1T and R1S vehicles because the clips securing the upper trim panels of B and/or C pillars may have been damaged during a service procedure, potentially leading to improper deployment of the side airbag. This recall potentially affects 1,723 vehicles. Notification letters to owners will be mailed by July 26th.
Volvo Trucks 2025 VN
Volvo Trucks North America is recalling certain 2025 VN trucks due to a defect that could result in sudden loss of steering control. This recall potentially affects three vehicles. Notification letters to owners will be mailed on July 5th.
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