7 recalls found. |
DEFECT #1 - 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 #2 - 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 #3 - 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 #4 - TIRES
Posted on: 2021-11-18
Description
Daimler trucks north america, llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2012-2021 freightliner sd 108, freightliner sd 114, 2016-2020 freightliner coronado, 2013 western star 6900, 2013-2022 western star 4700, western star 4900, and 2022 49x vehicles. The tires and rims are not approved and rated for these vehicles from the tire and rim association or tire manufacturer. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard number 120, wheels and rims-other than passenger cars.
Consequence
Unapproved tires that are not rated for the vehicle can cause tire performance issues, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dealer will inspect and replace, as necessary, tires and rims, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters were mailed january 14, 2022. Owner notification letters were mailed on april 22, 2022. Owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712. Dtna's number for this recall fl-908.
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 #5 - TIRES
Posted on: 2021-11-18
Description
Daimler trucks north america, llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2012-2021 freightliner sd 108, freightliner sd 114, 2016-2020 freightliner coronado, 2013 western star 6900, 2013-2022 western star 4700, western star 4900, and 2022 49x vehicles. The tires and rims are not approved and rated for these vehicles from the tire and rim association or tire manufacturer. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard number 120, wheels and rims-other than passenger cars.
Consequence
Unapproved tires that are not rated for the vehicle can cause tire performance issues, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dealer will inspect and replace, as necessary, tires and rims, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters were mailed january 14, 2022. Owner notification letters were mailed on april 22, 2022. Owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712. Dtna's number for this recall fl-908.
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 #6 - STEERING:LINKAGES:DRAG:LINK:CONNECTION
Posted on: 2023-02-21
Description
Daimler trucks north america, llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2019-2021 freightliner 108sd, 114sd, 122sd, columbia, coronado, business class m2, and 2020 freightliner cascadia vehicles. The drag link taper joint may not have been tightened sufficiently and could come loose, resulting in a complete separation of the drag link from the steering arm.
Consequence
Drag link separation can cause a complete loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dtna will inspect the drag link taper joint and repair it, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed april 21, 2023. Owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712. Dtna's number for this recall is fl967. This recall expands recall number 21v-689.
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 #7 - STEERING:LINKAGES:DRAG:LINK:CONNECTION
Posted on: 2023-02-21
Description
Daimler trucks north america, llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2019-2021 freightliner 108sd, 114sd, 122sd, columbia, coronado, business class m2, and 2020 freightliner cascadia vehicles. The drag link taper joint may not have been tightened sufficiently and could come loose, resulting in a complete separation of the drag link from the steering arm.
Consequence
Drag link separation can cause a complete loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dtna will inspect the drag link taper joint and repair it, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed april 21, 2023. Owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712. Dtna's number for this recall is fl967. This recall expands recall number 21v-689.
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.