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Recall campaign20V525000

Recall 20V525000: 2016–2020 Freightliner 114SD

Electrical system › 12v/24v/48v battery › Cables
Report received
Aug 31, 2020
Manufacturer
Fontaine Modification
Potentially affected
1,074vehicles
Model years
2016–2020

Check your own vehicle. A recall applies only to vehicles within the affected build range. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.

What NHTSA recorded

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.

Possible consequence

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

Remedy

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.

Affected model years

Pages for each model year show complaints, parts, mileage and other recalls.

About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.