Electrical system: wiringRecall 24V-032 · Maxi-Metal vehicles
MAXI-METAL INC. recall 24V-032 covers 19 Maxi-Metal vehicles for a electrical system: wiring problem, reported to NHTSA on January 19, 2024.
Source: NHTSA recall 24V032000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
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.
The risk
Overloaded electrical circuits can overheat, increasing the risk of fire.
The fix
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.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.