Recall
Freightliner E-cascadia — 23V467000
NHTSA ID
23V467000
Make
Freightliner
Model
E-cascadia
Years Affected
2024
Recall Date
2023-07-06
Component
POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY
Units Affected
82
Completion Rate
—
Mfr Campaign No.
FL979
Summary
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Freightliner eCascadia vehicles. The e-axle planetary gear set may not be welded properly, which can cause the e-motor to detach from the final drive, resulting in an undetectable and sudden loss of drive power without the ability to restart the vehicle.
Consequence
An undetectable and sudden loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the e-axle(s) as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 13, 2023. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL979.