2013 Freightliner MT-45 recalls and problems

The 2013 Freightliner MT-45 has 1 recall and 0 owner complaints on file with NHTSA.

How the 2013 compares

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0complaints

0crashes

0fires

0injuries

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1 recall

Power Train

Dec 16, 2013 · NHTSA campaign 13V634000 · 255 vehicles

Problem: Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA) is recalling certain model year 2009-2014 model year Freightliner Business Class M2 and Freightliner Custom Chassis MT45 and MT55 chassis manufactured August 27, 2008, through December 10, 2013 and equipped with Eaton hybrid automated transmissions. The software controlling the affected transmissions may improperly raise the vehicle's engine speed during downshifts without the driver's input.

Risk: The increase in engine speed may result in unintended acceleration, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy & notes

DTNA will notify owners and dealers will update the hybrid transmission software, free of charge. The recall began on February 5, 2014. Owners may contact DTNA at 1-503-745-6910. DTNA's recall number is FL-657.

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Recall text as published by NHTSA and the manufacturer.

2013 vs. other Freightliner MT-45 years

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Questions

Does the 2013 Freightliner MT-45 have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign covering the 2013 Freightliner MT-45, the latest from Dec 16, 2013 (power train). A recall applies to specific vehicles: enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours is affected and still open.

What are the most common problems with the 2013 Freightliner MT-45?

Few complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2013 Freightliner MT-45.