33 recalls found. |
DEFECT #1 - STEERING
Posted on: 2017-10-11
Description
Daimler trucks north america llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2017-2018 freightliner cascadia vehicles. The upper steering pinch bolt may not have been properly tightened, possibly causing a loss of mechanical connection between the steering wheel and front wheels.
Consequence
A loss of steering control increases the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dtna will notify owners, and dealers will verify that the upper steering shaft pinch bolt is properly tightened, free of charge. The recall began on october 26, 2017. Owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712. Dtna's number for this recall is fl-748. Note: owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until they have been checked.
Notes
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.
DEFECT #2 - SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:DISC:CALIPER
Posted on: 2017-11-29
Description
Daimler trucks north america llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2018 freightliner 108sd, 114sd, cascadia, m2 business class vehicles, 2018 western star 4700, 4900 and 5700 vehicles, and 2018 freightliner custom chassis (fcc) s2c 106 chassis and s2g cab/chassis vehicles. The brake caliper mounting bolts on these vehicles may not been properly tightened, potentially resulting in the caliper detaching.
Consequence
If the calipers detach, there would be reduced braking performance, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dtna will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the bolts, replacing them as needed, free of charge. The recall began on december 29, 2017. Owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712. Dtna's number for this recall is fl-758.
Notes
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.
DEFECT #3 - POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Posted on: 2017-11-21
Description
Daimler trucks north america llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2018 freightliner cascadia trucks equipped with detroit automatic transmissions. A shift lock bolt within the transmission can seize, preventing the transmission from being shifted out of gear range 7 through 12.
Consequence
If the transmission cannot be shifted out of gear range 7 through 12, the engine may stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dtna will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the transmissions and replace the transmission shift bolt, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on february 28, 2018. Owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712. Dtna's number for this recall is fl-754.
Notes
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.
DEFECT #4 - EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS
Posted on: 2017-11-30
Description
Daimler trucks north america, llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2008-2018 freightliner cascadia, western star 4700, 4900, 5700, and 6900 trucks. After hard brake applications, the brake light pressure switch may not activate the brake lights with a light application of the brake pedal.
Consequence
If the brake lights fail to illuminate, there would not be a signal to other motorists that the vehicle is slowing, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dtna will notify owners, and dealers will repair the vehicles, free of charge. Daimler issued interim notifications to owners on january 22, 2018. Owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712. Dtna's number for this recall is fl-756.
Notes
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.
DEFECT #5 - EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH
Posted on: 2017-11-30
Description
Daimler trucks north america, llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2008-2018 freightliner cascadia, western star 4700, 4900, 5700, and 6900 trucks. After hard brake applications, the brake light pressure switch may not activate the brake lights with a light application of the brake pedal.
Consequence
If the brake lights fail to illuminate, there would not be a signal to other motorists that the vehicle is slowing, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dtna will notify owners, and dealers will repair the vehicles, free of charge. Daimler issued interim notifications to owners on january 22, 2018. Owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712. Dtna's number for this recall is fl-756.
Notes
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.
DEFECT #6 - SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:DISC:CALIPER
Posted on: 2017-11-29
Description
Daimler trucks north america llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2018 freightliner 108sd, 114sd, cascadia, m2 business class vehicles, 2018 western star 4700, 4900 and 5700 vehicles, and 2018 freightliner custom chassis (fcc) s2c 106 chassis and s2g cab/chassis vehicles. The brake caliper mounting bolts on these vehicles may not been properly tightened, potentially resulting in the caliper detaching.
Consequence
If the calipers detach, there would be reduced braking performance, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dtna will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the bolts, replacing them as needed, free of charge. The recall began on december 29, 2017. Owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712. Dtna's number for this recall is fl-758.
Notes
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.
DEFECT #7 - POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Posted on: 2017-11-21
Description
Daimler trucks north america llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2018 freightliner cascadia trucks equipped with detroit automatic transmissions. A shift lock bolt within the transmission can seize, preventing the transmission from being shifted out of gear range 7 through 12.
Consequence
If the transmission cannot be shifted out of gear range 7 through 12, the engine may stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dtna will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the transmissions and replace the transmission shift bolt, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on february 28, 2018. Owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712. Dtna's number for this recall is fl-754.
Notes
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.
DEFECT #8 - EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS
Posted on: 2017-11-30
Description
Daimler trucks north america, llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2008-2018 freightliner cascadia, western star 4700, 4900, 5700, and 6900 trucks. After hard brake applications, the brake light pressure switch may not activate the brake lights with a light application of the brake pedal.
Consequence
If the brake lights fail to illuminate, there would not be a signal to other motorists that the vehicle is slowing, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dtna will notify owners, and dealers will repair the vehicles, free of charge. Daimler issued interim notifications to owners on january 22, 2018. The recall began on may 9, 2018. Owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712. Dtna's number for this recall is fl-756.
Notes
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.
DEFECT #9 - EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH
Posted on: 2017-11-30
Description
Daimler trucks north america, llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2008-2018 freightliner cascadia, western star 4700, 4900, 5700, and 6900 trucks. After hard brake applications, the brake light pressure switch may not activate the brake lights with a light application of the brake pedal.
Consequence
If the brake lights fail to illuminate, there would not be a signal to other motorists that the vehicle is slowing, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dtna will notify owners, and dealers will repair the vehicles, free of charge. Daimler issued interim notifications to owners on january 22, 2018. The recall began on may 9, 2018. Owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712. Dtna's number for this recall is fl-756.
Notes
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.
DEFECT #10 - SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:ANTILOCK:ABS WARNING LIGHT
Posted on: 2019-02-28
Description
Daimler trucks north america llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2018-2019 freightliner cascadia vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the anti-lock braking system (abs) malfunction warning light may not reactivate after the ignition has been turned off and then switched back on. As such, the vehicles fail to comply with federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) number 121, air brake systems.
Consequence
Unknowingly operating a truck with an abs malfunction may increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dtna will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the abs module, free of charge. The recall began april 26, 2019. Owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712. The dtna number for this recall is fl-810.
Notes
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.
DEFECT #11 - POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY
Posted on: 2019-01-30
Description
Daimler trucks north america llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2018-2019 freightliner 108sd, 114sd, 122sd, cascadia, business class m2, western star 4700, 4900, and 5700 vehicles, equipped with certain eaton eca heavy-duty truck clutches. An internal component in the clutch assembly may fail, possibly resulting in unintended vehicle movement.
Consequence
Unintended vehicle movement can increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dtna will notify owners, and dealers will update the software, and repair any physical components, free of charge. Dtna issued owners an interim notification on february 16, 2019. The recall began july 31, 2019. Owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712. Dtna's number for this recall is fl-803.
Notes
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.
DEFECT #12 - POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Posted on: 2017-11-21
Description
Daimler trucks north america llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2018 freightliner cascadia trucks equipped with detroit automatic transmissions. A shift lock bolt within the transmission can seize, preventing the transmission from being shifted out of gear range 7 through 12.
Consequence
If the transmission cannot be shifted out of gear range 7 through 12, the engine may stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dtna will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the transmissions and replace the transmission shift bolt, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on february 28, 2018. Owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712. Dtna's number for this recall is fl-754.
Notes
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.
DEFECT #13 - EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS
Posted on: 2017-11-30
Description
Daimler trucks north america, llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2008-2018 freightliner cascadia, western star 4700, 4900, 5700, and 6900 trucks. After hard brake applications, the brake light pressure switch may not activate the brake lights with a light application of the brake pedal.
Consequence
If the brake lights fail to illuminate, there would not be a signal to other motorists that the vehicle is slowing, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dtna will notify owners, and dealers will repair the vehicles, free of charge. Daimler issued interim notifications to owners on january 22, 2018. The recall began on may 9, 2018. Owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712. Dtna's number for this recall is fl-756.
Notes
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.
DEFECT #14 - EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH
Posted on: 2017-11-30
Description
Daimler trucks north america, llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2008-2018 freightliner cascadia, western star 4700, 4900, 5700, and 6900 trucks. After hard brake applications, the brake light pressure switch may not activate the brake lights with a light application of the brake pedal.
Consequence
If the brake lights fail to illuminate, there would not be a signal to other motorists that the vehicle is slowing, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dtna will notify owners, and dealers will repair the vehicles, free of charge. Daimler issued interim notifications to owners on january 22, 2018. The recall began on may 9, 2018. Owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712. Dtna's number for this recall is fl-756.
Notes
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.
DEFECT #15 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:DIESEL
Posted on: 2018-09-06
Description
Daimler trucks north america llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2017-2019 freightliner cascadia, coronado and 122sd, and western star 4900 trucks, equipped with cummins isx15 or x15 diesel engines. In certain driving conditions, such as on a long down-hill grade, the fuel line may burst if the fuel pump cooling circuit screen becomes restricted.
Consequence
If the fuel line bursts, fuel may leak onto the road resulting in a roadway hazard for other motorists. The engine may also stall without warning, resulting in the vehicle's inability to restart, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Cummins will notify the affected owners. The remedy for this recall is still under development. Dtna issued an interim notification to owners on october 9, 2018. The recall began november 21, 2018. Owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712 or cummins customer service at 1-800-286-6467. Dtna's number for this recall is fl789.
Notes
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.
DEFECT #16 - SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:DISC:CALIPER
Posted on: 2018-08-15
Description
Daimler trucks north america, llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2018-2019 freightliner 108sd, 114sd, 122sd, cascadia, columbia, coronado, and business class m2 vehicles. During manufacturing, the brake caliper mounting bolts may have been insufficiently tightened.
Consequence
Loose brake caliper mounting bolts can reduce brake effectiveness, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dtna will notify owners, and dealers will check and tighten the brake caliper mounting bolts, free of charge. The recall began october 5, 2018. Owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712. Dtna's number for this recall is fl-783.
Notes
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.
DEFECT #17 - SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:SUPPLY:RESERVOIR/TANK
Posted on: 2019-05-15
Description
Daimler trucks north america llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2004-2019 freightliner 108sd, 114sd, 122sd, cascadia, columbia, classic, fl80, fld 120sd, business class m2, western star 4700, 4900, 6900, sterling acterra, l7500, lt7500, l8500, lt8500, l9500, and lt9500 vehicles. The vehicles may have an insufficient service brake air reservoir capacity. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) number 121, air brake systems.
Consequence
An insufficient air reservoir volume may reduce brake effectiveness, increasing the risk of crash.
Corrective Action
Dtna will notify owners, and dealers will add air reservoir capacity to the affected vehicles. Dtna issued owners an interim notification on july 12, 2019. Owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712. Dtna's number for this recall is fl-815.
Notes
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.
DEFECT #18 - EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS
Posted on: 2020-09-21
Description
Daimler trucks north america llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2017-2021 cascadia p4 vehicles. The brake lights may remain illuminated after the brake pedal has been released.
Consequence
If the brake lights remain illuminated, drivers may be unaware when the truck is actually slowing or stopping, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dtna will notify owners, and dealers will replace the 3-pin brake pressure switch with a 2-pin brake pressure switch along with a jumper harness, free of charge. Dtna issued owners an interim notification on november 16, 2020. The remedy is expected to be available in december 2021. Owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712. Dtna's number for this recall is fl-863.
Notes
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.
DEFECT #19 - POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY
Posted on: 2020-10-19
Description
Daimler trucks north america llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2018-2019 freightliner cascadia, business class m2, 108sd, 114sd and 122sd and western star 4700, 4900 and 5700 vehicles. An internal component within the clutch assembly may fail, which in certain circumstances could allow the vehicle to move unexpectedly.
Consequence
Unintended vehicle movement van increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dtna will notify owners, and dealers will update the software and replace the clutches, free of charge. Dtna issued owners an interim notification on december 7, 2020. Owner notification letters were mailed on may 28, 2021. Owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712. Dtna's number for this recall is fl-865.
Notes
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.
DEFECT #20 - SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:SUPPLY:QUICK RELEASE VALVE
Posted on: 2020-07-02
Description
Daimler trucks north america llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2017-2021 freightliner cascadia tractor trailers. The single brake modulator valve may be affected by chemical corrosion which can slow down the release timing and cause the brakes to pull to the affected side during automatic braking events.
Consequence
Brakes that pull to one side during automatic braking events may cause a sudden change in vehicle direction, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dtna will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front left and right single brake modulator valves will be replaced and spacers added, free of charge. The recall began august 28, 2020. Owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712. Dtna's number for this recall is fl-855.
Notes
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.
DEFECT #21 - EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Posted on: 2020-04-15
Description
Daimler trucks north america llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2006-2020 freightliner columbia, 2006-2021 freightliner business class m2, 2007-2020 freightliner coronado, 2014-2021 freightliner 122 sd, 2007 sterling a 9500, 2006 freightliner argosy, 2006-2007 sterling at9500, 2008-2021 freightliner cascadia, 2006-2008 freightliner classic, 2006-2011 freightliner century class, 2006-2010 freightliner fld, and 2017 western star 5700 vehicles. The rear reflective tape may be partially covered by the mudflap hanger bracket, which may reduce the vehicle's visibility to other drivers on the road. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) number 108, lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment.
Consequence
The vehicle's rearward visibility may be reduced, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dtna will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and reposition the reflective tape to ensure that it is completely visible, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began may 29, 2020. Owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712. Dtna's number for this recall is fl848.
Notes
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.
DEFECT #22 - SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:ANTILOCK:ABS WARNING LIGHT
Posted on: 2019-10-07
Description
Daimler trucks north america llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2018-2020 freightliner cascadia vehicles. The abs electronic control unit (ecu) may not detect an incorrectly functioning solenoid valve for the abs/esc module during certain low voltage start conditions, potentially causing the abs/esc malfunction indicator not to illuminate. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) number 121, air brake systems and number 136, electronic stability control systems on heavy vehicles.
Consequence
Without the alert, an operator may not be aware of an active abs/esc malfunction and unknowingly operate the vehicle with reduced abs/esc function, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dtna will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the abs/esc module, free of charge. The recall began december 2, 2019. Owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712. Dtna's number for this recall is fl-830.
Notes
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.
DEFECT #23 - EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS:BULBS
Posted on: 2021-05-17
Description
Daimler trucks north america, llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2017-2022 freightliner cascadia vehicles equipped with halogen headlight assemblies. The halogen headlight bulb may dislodge during replacement and contact other vehicle components, possibly causing them to melt.
Consequence
Melting components can increase the risk of fire.
Corrective Action
Dealers will install a foam grommet, cut a 4-inch access hole into the inner fender, and add a warning label on both fenders, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on july 9, 2021. Owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712. Dtna's number for this recall is fl-887.
Notes
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.nhtsa.gov.
DEFECT #24 - FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL
Posted on: 2022-11-02
Description
Daimler trucks north america, llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2017-2023 freightliner cascadia, 2020-2022 freightliner business class m2, and 2022 freightliner 114sd, and 2020-2023 western star 49x, 2021-2023 western star 47x, and 2021-2022 western star 57x vehicles. The brake modulator valves on the front axle may corrode and cause the vehicle to pull to the affected side during an adaptive cruise control (acc) braking event.
Consequence
Brakes that pull to one side during an acc braking event may cause a sudden change in vehicle direction, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dealers will replace the front brake modulator valves, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed december 30, 2022. Owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712. Dtna's number for this recall is fl-958. This recall expands and replaces previous recall 20v-390. All vehicles previously repaired under recall 20v-390 will need to have the new remedy performed.
Notes
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.nhtsa.gov.
DEFECT #25 - SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:ANTILOCK:MODULATOR
Posted on: 2022-11-02
Description
Daimler trucks north america, llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2017-2023 freightliner cascadia, 2020-2022 freightliner business class m2, and 2022 freightliner 114sd, and 2020-2023 western star 49x, 2021-2023 western star 47x, and 2021-2022 western star 57x vehicles. The brake modulator valves on the front axle may corrode and cause the vehicle to pull to the affected side during an adaptive cruise control (acc) braking event.
Consequence
Brakes that pull to one side during an acc braking event may cause a sudden change in vehicle direction, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dealers will replace the front brake modulator valves, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed december 30, 2022. Owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712. Dtna's number for this recall is fl-958. This recall expands and replaces previous recall 20v-390. All vehicles previously repaired under recall 20v-390 will need to have the new remedy performed.
Notes
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.nhtsa.gov.
DEFECT #26 - ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL
Posted on: 2023-02-13
Description
Daimler trucks north america, llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2017-2023 freightliner cascadia, 2020-2023 western star 49x, 2021-2023 western star 47x, and 2022 freightliner 114sd vehicles. The brake modulator valves on the front axle may corrode and cause the vehicle to pull to the affected side during braking initiated by electronic stability control (esc) or roll stability control (rsc).
Consequence
Brakes that pull to one side may cause a sudden change in vehicle direction, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dealers will replace the front brake modulator valves, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed april 10, 2023. Owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712. Dtna's number for this recall is fl966.
Notes
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.nhtsa.gov.
DEFECT #27 - SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:ANTILOCK:MODULATOR
Posted on: 2023-02-13
Description
Daimler trucks north america, llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2017-2023 freightliner cascadia, 2020-2023 western star 49x, 2021-2023 western star 47x, and 2022 freightliner 114sd vehicles. The brake modulator valves on the front axle may corrode and cause the vehicle to pull to the affected side during braking initiated by electronic stability control (esc) or roll stability control (rsc).
Consequence
Brakes that pull to one side may cause a sudden change in vehicle direction, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dealers will replace the front brake modulator valves, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed april 10, 2023. Owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712. Dtna's number for this recall is fl966.
Notes
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.nhtsa.gov.
DEFECT #28 - ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL
Posted on: 2023-02-13
Description
Daimler trucks north america, llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2017-2023 freightliner cascadia, 2020-2023 western star 49x, 2021-2023 western star 47x, and 2022 freightliner 114sd vehicles. The brake modulator valves on the front axle may corrode and cause the vehicle to pull to the affected side during braking initiated by electronic stability control (esc) or roll stability control (rsc).
Consequence
Brakes that pull to one side may cause a sudden change in vehicle direction, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dealers will replace the front brake modulator valves, free of charge. Interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed april 10, 2023. A second notice will be sent once the final remedy is available. Owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712. Dtna's number for this recall is fl966.
Notes
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.nhtsa.gov.
DEFECT #29 - SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:ANTILOCK:MODULATOR
Posted on: 2023-02-13
Description
Daimler trucks north america, llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2017-2023 freightliner cascadia, 2020-2023 western star 49x, 2021-2023 western star 47x, and 2022 freightliner 114sd vehicles. The brake modulator valves on the front axle may corrode and cause the vehicle to pull to the affected side during braking initiated by electronic stability control (esc) or roll stability control (rsc).
Consequence
Brakes that pull to one side may cause a sudden change in vehicle direction, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dealers will replace the front brake modulator valves, free of charge. Interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed april 10, 2023. A second notice will be sent once the final remedy is available. Owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712. Dtna's number for this recall is fl966.
Notes
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.nhtsa.gov.
DEFECT #30 - ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL
Posted on: 2023-02-13
Description
Daimler trucks north america, llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2017-2023 freightliner cascadia, 2020-2023 western star 49x, 2021-2023 western star 47x, and 2022 freightliner 114sd vehicles. The brake modulator valves on the front axle may corrode and cause the vehicle to pull to the affected side during braking initiated by electronic stability control (esc) or roll stability control (rsc).
Consequence
Brakes that pull to one side may cause a sudden change in vehicle direction, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dealers will replace the front brake modulator valves, free of charge. Interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed april 10, 2023. A second notice will be sent once the final remedy is available, anticipated late october 2023. Owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712. Dtna's number for this recall is fl966.
Notes
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.nhtsa.gov.
DEFECT #31 - SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:ANTILOCK:MODULATOR
Posted on: 2023-02-13
Description
Daimler trucks north america, llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2017-2023 freightliner cascadia, 2020-2023 western star 49x, 2021-2023 western star 47x, and 2022 freightliner 114sd vehicles. The brake modulator valves on the front axle may corrode and cause the vehicle to pull to the affected side during braking initiated by electronic stability control (esc) or roll stability control (rsc).
Consequence
Brakes that pull to one side may cause a sudden change in vehicle direction, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dealers will replace the front brake modulator valves, free of charge. Interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed april 10, 2023. A second notice will be sent once the final remedy is available, anticipated late october 2023. Owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712. Dtna's number for this recall is fl966.
Notes
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.nhtsa.gov.
DEFECT #32 - ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL
Posted on: 2023-02-13
Description
Daimler trucks north america, llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2017-2023 freightliner cascadia, 2020-2023 western star 49x, 2021-2023 western star 47x, and 2022 freightliner 114sd vehicles. The brake modulator valves on the front axle may corrode and cause the vehicle to pull to the affected side during braking initiated by electronic stability control (esc) or roll stability control (rsc).
Consequence
Brakes that pull to one side may cause a sudden change in vehicle direction, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dealers will replace the front brake modulator valves, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed october 13, 2023. Owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712. Dtna's number for this recall is fl966.
Notes
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.nhtsa.gov.
DEFECT #33 - SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:ANTILOCK:MODULATOR
Posted on: 2023-02-13
Description
Daimler trucks north america, llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2017-2023 freightliner cascadia, 2020-2023 western star 49x, 2021-2023 western star 47x, and 2022 freightliner 114sd vehicles. The brake modulator valves on the front axle may corrode and cause the vehicle to pull to the affected side during braking initiated by electronic stability control (esc) or roll stability control (rsc).
Consequence
Brakes that pull to one side may cause a sudden change in vehicle direction, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dealers will replace the front brake modulator valves, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed october 13, 2023. Owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712. Dtna's number for this recall is fl966.
Notes
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.nhtsa.gov.