Recall
Freightliner Cascadia — 21V007000
NHTSA ID
21V007000
Make
Freightliner
Model
Cascadia
Years Affected
2020
Recall Date
2021-01-13
Component
TIRES:TREAD/BELT
Units Affected
4,341
Completion Rate
—
Mfr Campaign No.
FL872
Summary
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Freightliner Cascadia sleeper trucks equipped with Bridgestone R284, R268, or R283S ECOPIA steer axle tires in conjunction with a specific air dam. The steer tires may experience tread separation or blow-outs while driving.
Consequence
Tread separation and/or blow-outs while driving may result in a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the steer tires, free of charge. The recall began March 10, 2021. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL872.