Maxi-metal Freightliner recalled over fire hazard

Recall date

January 19, 2024

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Maxi-metal INC. recalls 2020–2023 Maxi-metal Freightliner, Kenworth

Recall number

24V032000

Brand / firm

Maxi-metal

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 19 units

Why it was recalled

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

What was recalled

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.

What to 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.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.