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HighNHTSA·18V145000·Announced 2018-03-05

Morgan Truck Bodies Recalled for Turn Signal Wiring Defect

Morgan Truck Bodies LLC is recalling 2013-2018 models because water may enter the wiring harness, affecting turn signal operation and increasing crash risk.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a defect that may increase the risk of a crash, which fits the rubric criterion for 'risk-of-harm products where injury has not yet been reported.' No specific injuries or fatalities are mentioned in the source text.

Plain-English summary

Morgan Truck Bodies LLC is recalling 7,269 units of 2013-2018 Morgan Truck Bodies built on Isuzu, Kenworth, Mercedes, Chevrolet, GM, Freightliner, Mitsubishi, and Peterbilt chassis. The recall addresses a defect where water may enter part of the wiring harness, which can affect the operation of the turn signals.

Incorrect turn signal operation may increase the risk of a crash. Morgan will notify owners, and dealers will replace or modify the affected wiring harness free of charge. The recall began on March 21, 2018.

Owners may contact Morgan customer service at 1-800-666-7426. Morgan's recall numbers for this issue are FRWI-517 and FRWI-518. Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153) or visit www.safercar.gov.

The recalled product

Product
MORGAN TRUCK BODIES
Brand
MORGAN
Manufacturer
Morgan Truck Bodies LLC
Category
Vehicle — Truck Bodies
Hazard
Affected units
7,269

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Model numbers (1)

  • TRUCK BODIES

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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