Recall 18V697 affects 1,545 2018-2019 Fccc MT55G and MT45G vehicles for an improperly tightened engine ground stud. Repair is free at any franchised Fccc dealer.
Fccc is recalling 1,545 2018-2019 MT55G and MT45G vehicles because the engine ground stud was not properly tightened. When other wires or components carry the ground path, they can overheat and raise the risk of a fire; Fccc dealers will complete the free repair.
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What's wrong?
The engine ground stud on 2018-2019 Fccc MT55G and MT45G chassis vehicles is the mounting point for the main ground connection. That connection gives electrical current a controlled path between the engine and the rest of the vehicle electrical system. When it is tight, the starter and related electrical circuits have the path they need to work correctly.
On affected vehicles, the engine ground stud was not tightened properly during installation. A loose ground connection raises resistance and heat at the connection, so the vehicle's electrical current seeks another path to ground. In the reported failure, that alternate path overheated the shifter cable enough to cause minor melting, and the vehicle would not start.
If the vehicle will not start or a technician sees heat damage near the shifter cable, ask the dealer to check whether this recall applies to your VIN. There is no warning sign before failure.
Who's affected?
Spans the MT45G and MT55G walk-in van chassis for both 2018 and 2019, with the electrical system listed for each model year.
| 2019 Fccc MT55G | electrical system |
|---|---|
| 2018 Fccc MT45G | electrical system |
| 2019 Fccc MT45G | electrical system |
| 2018 Fccc MT55G | electrical system |
| Units affected | 1,545 |
The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific van is included.
What's the safety risk?
When other wires or components unintentionally carry engine ground current, they can overheat and increase the risk of a fire. If your VIN is included, schedule the inspection and needed repair soon. Repair is free at any franchised Fccc dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2018-2019 Fccc MT55G or MT45G is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Fccc dealer to schedule the free engine-ground-stud inspection and repair that stops other electrical paths from overheating.
- Bring the recall notice if you have it. If not, reference recall number 18V697 and Fccc recall FL795 when you call.
- Call Fccc customer service at 1-800-547-0712 with questions about the repair.
- Schedule the repair before putting the vehicle back into regular service because an overheated ground path increases fire risk.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Fccc technician inspects the engine ground stud and verifies that the engine has a proper ground path. If the grounding is loose, missing, or routed through another electrical path, the technician repairs the ground connection so the stud carries the load it was meant to carry. The recall repair is free, including parts and labor. The source reimbursement field does not give a finished reimbursement process, so this section does not list a separate claim step.
Timeline
| October 10, 2018 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| December 3, 2018 | Dealer notification began |
| December 3, 2018 | Dealer notification ended |
| December 3, 2018 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| October 14, 2019 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 18V697?
Recall 18V697 covers 1,545 2018-2019 Fccc MT55G and MT45G vehicles with an engine ground stud that was not properly tightened. If other wires or components become the ground path, they can overheat and increase the risk of a fire. Fccc dealers will inspect and repair the grounding for free.
What should I do if my 2018-2019 Fccc MT55G or MT45G is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 18V697. If it is, contact a franchised Fccc dealer to schedule the engine ground stud inspection and repair. Reference recall number 18V697 when you call. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost. A franchised Fccc dealer will inspect the engine ground stud grounding and repair it as needed free of charge.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is overheating from an improper engine ground path. When the engine ground stud is loose, other wires or components can unintentionally carry the ground load. That overheating increases the risk of a fire, according to the recall filing.
When did this Fccc recall repair become available?
The recall repair became available after the recall began on October 14, 2019. Fccc also issued interim owner notifications on December 3, 2018. If you never received a letter, check your VIN and call a franchised Fccc dealer with recall number 18V697.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/18V697000 |
|---|---|
| Fccc customer service | 1-800-547-0712 |
| NHTSA recall # | 18V697 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 18V697000 |
Source documents
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Download Misc. Document (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 25, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →