Freightliner 114sd recalled over injury risk

Recall date

October 5, 2018

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Daimler Trucks North America, LLC recalls 2018–2019 Freightliner, Fccc — 14 models

Recall number

18V703000

Brand / firm

Freightliner, Fccc, Western Star

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 5,534 units

Why it was recalled

Loose brake caliper mounting bolts can reduce brake effectiveness, increasing the risk of a crash.

What was recalled

Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Freightliner 108SD, 114SD, Cascadia, Business Class M2, Freightliner Custom Chassis Corporation S2C 106 Cab, S2G Cab Chassis, XCL, XCM, XBS, XCP, XCR, Western Star 4700, 4900 and 5700 trucks. The brake caliper mounting bolts may have been insufficiently tightened.

What to do

DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will check and tighten the brake caliper mounting bolts, free of charge. The recall began December 3, 2018. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-794.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.