Fuel system, diesel: delivery: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
- Component
- Fuel system, diesel: delivery: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
- Manufacturer
- Daimler Trucks North America, LLC
- Vehicles affected
- 56
- Reported to NHTSA
- 2024-06-06
- Owners notified
- 2024-07-08
Defect description
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Freightliner Custom Chassis XCR and 2024 XBS, XCM chassis. The remote fuel filter hoses may become separated from the fittings, which can result in a fuel leak and a lack of fuel supply to the engine.
Safety risk
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire. Additionally, a lack of fuel can cause an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
Cummins will replace the fuel filter hoses, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 8, 2024. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 800-745-8000. DTNA's number for this recall is F1003.