Recall 13V073 affects 3,207 2011-2014 Freightliner MT45G and MT55G van chassis for fuel tank cracks. Repair is free at any franchised Freightliner dealer.
Freightliner is recalling 3,207 of its 2011-2014 MT45G and MT55G van chassis because gasoline fuel tanks can crack at the welds and tank material. Fuel leaks and vapors can start a vehicle fire near an ignition source, and the Freightliner dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The gasoline fuel tank on 2011-2014 Freightliner MT45G and MT55G van chassis stores fuel under the vehicle and feeds the engine through the fuel system. The tank assembly is supposed to hold gasoline without seepage while the chassis moves, vibrates, and flexes in normal service. Its welds and tank material need to stay sealed because gasoline belongs inside that closed tank.
On affected chassis, the fuel tank can develop cracks in the welds and in the tank material itself. A crack breaks the sealed surface of the tank. Once that happens, fuel can seep or leak from the tank instead of staying contained for the engine.
There is no warning sign before failure. After a crack opens, an owner or technician can notice fuel odor, wetness on the tank, or spots under the vehicle, but the recall record does not identify an earlier dashboard warning or drivability symptom.
Who's affected?
Covers the MT45G and MT55G across the 2011, 2012, 2013, and 2014 model years, all tied to the fuel system.
| 2012 Freightliner MT45G | fuel system |
|---|---|
| 2011 Freightliner MT45G | fuel system |
| 2013 Freightliner MT55G | fuel system |
| 2014 Freightliner MT45G | fuel system |
| 2014 Freightliner MT55G | fuel system |
| 2012 Freightliner MT55G | fuel system |
| 2011 Freightliner MT55G | fuel system |
| 2013 Freightliner MT45G | fuel system |
| Units affected | 3,207 |
The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific truck is included.
What's the safety risk?
Cracked fuel tanks can leak gasoline and vapors. Gasoline near an ignition source can lead to a vehicle fire, so avoid flames or smoking materials around the vehicle and arrange service promptly if your VIN is included. Repair will be free at any franchised Freightliner dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2011-2014 Freightliner MT45G or MT55G is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Freightliner dealer and ask whether the free fuel-tank replacement is open for your VIN.
- Bring the recall notice if you have it. If not, reference recall number 13V073 when you call.
- Watch for gasoline odor, wet spots near the tank, or visible fuel leakage, and park the chassis away from ignition sources until the dealer inspects it.
- Call Freightliner customer service at 1-800-447-4986 with questions about dealer handling or owner instructions.
What happens at the repair
The source remedy says Freightliner dealers replace any affected gasoline fuel tanks free of charge, but this page does not list the remedy as available. Once the dealer repair opens, a Freightliner technician replaces the tank covered by the recall rather than patching the cracked welds or tank material. Parts and labor are covered under the recall. Ask the service desk to confirm the VIN before repair work begins.
Timeline
| March 4, 2013 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| December 16, 2013 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 13V073?
Recall 13V073 covers 3,207 2011-2014 Freightliner MT45G and MT55G van chassis with gasoline fuel tanks that can crack at welds or in the tank material. Gasoline and vapor leaks create fire risk near an ignition source. Freightliner dealers replace affected tanks for free.
What should I do if my 2011-2014 Freightliner MT45G or MT55G is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific van chassis is included in recall 13V073. If it is, contact a franchised Freightliner dealer to schedule fuel tank replacement. Reference recall number 13V073 when you call. The dealer repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the safety defect at no cost. For recall 13V073, Freightliner dealers replace affected gasoline fuel tanks free of charge, including parts and labor.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is a gasoline leak from cracks in the fuel tank welds or tank material. Gasoline and vapors near an ignition source increase the risk of a vehicle fire. Confirm your VIN, then arrange the free dealer repair if your chassis is included.
What if I bought this Freightliner van chassis used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recall coverage follows the VIN, not the first owner. If you never received an owner letter, check your VIN to see whether your 2011-2014 Freightliner MT45G or MT55G is included, then call a franchised Freightliner dealer.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/13V073000 |
|---|---|
| Freightliner customer service | 1-800-447-4986 |
| NHTSA recall # | 13V073 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 13V073000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Defect / Noncompliance Notice (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on June 2, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →