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NHTSARecalled Jan 19, 2024 · #24V032000

Overloaded Electrical System May Cause Fire

Hazard

Vehicle safety defect

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

Product details

Product
Overloaded Electrical System May Cause Fire
Type
Vehicle
Manufacturer
MAXI-METAL INC.
Model numbers
UPCs

What you should do

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.

View the official CPSC notice