Freightliner Cascadia recalled over injury risk

Recall date

June 15, 2018

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Daimler Trucks North America, LLC recalls 2018–2019 Freightliner Cascadia

Recall number

18V411000

Brand / firm

Freightliner

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 18,105 units

Why it was recalled

If the calipers detach, there would be reduced braking performance, increasing the risk of a crash.

What was recalled

Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Freightliner Cascadia vehicles. The brake caliper mounting bolts on these vehicles may not been properly tightened, potentially resulting in the caliper detaching.

What to do

DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the brake caliper mounting bolts, tightening them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on August 13, 2018. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-775.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.