Cracks in fuel tank may leak gasoline
Defect Summary
Daimler trucks north america (dtna) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 mt45g and mt55g van chassis manufactured from february 15, 2010, through september 3, 2013. these vehicles have gasoline fuel tanks that may experience cracks in the welds and tank material.
Safety Consequence
Cracks in the fuel tanks could lead to a leakage of gasoline and vapors. a fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source may lead to a vehicle fire.
Corrective Action
Dtna will notify owners, and dealers will replace any of the affected fuel tanks free of charge. the recall began on december 16, 2013. owners may contact dtna at 1-800-447-4986.
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FAQ: Recall 13V073000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 13V073000?
NHTSA recall 13V073000 was issued by Daimler Trucks North America, Llc on March 4, 2013. It addresses: Cracks in fuel tank may leak gasoline. The recall affects approximately 3,207 vehicles, with the defect involving the Fuel System, Gasoline component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Daimler Trucks North America, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 13V073000 or the manufacturer campaign number FL-640. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.