NHTSA campaign 20V525000

Fontaine Modification recall 20V525000

Fontaine Modification (Fontaine) is recalling certain 2016-2020 Autohaulers built on Freightliner 114SD chassis. Movement of the cab during operation may cause the battery cable to contact the bottom of the cab, possibly damaging the cable.

Reported 08/31/2020

What can happen

Damage to the cable can result in an electrical short, increasing the risk of a fire.

Repair

Fontaine will notify owners, and dealers will ensure that the cable cannot be damaged, free of charge. The recall began November 4, 2020. Owners may contact Fontaine customer service at 1-800-366-8246.

Components

  • Electrical system: 12v/24v/48v battery: Cables
  • Structure

Affected years and models

A listed year and model does not mean every vehicle in that group is recalled. Use the VIN lookup to confirm a specific vehicle.