Freightliner Cascadia recalled over injury risk

Recall date

November 7, 2019

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Daimler Trucks North America, LLC recalls 2020 Freightliner Cascadia

Recall number

19V803000

Brand / firm

Freightliner

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 4 units

Why it was recalled

A detached brake chamber can cause reduced brake effectiveness, increasing the risk of a crash.

What was recalled

Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2020 Freightliner Cascadia vehicles. Due to inadequate clearance between the brake chambers and the frame rail, the brake chambers can contact the frame rail and cause brake chamber to detach or be damaged.

What to do

DTNA reports that all affected vehicles have been remedied, therefore owner notifications will not be sent. The recall began on November 7, 2019. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-837.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.