Recall
Freightliner Cascadia — 18V411000
NHTSA ID
18V411000
Make
Freightliner
Model
Cascadia
Years Affected
2018
Recall Date
2018-06-15
Component
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:DISC:CALIPER
Units Affected
18,105
Completion Rate
—
Mfr Campaign No.
FL-775
Summary
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.
Consequence
If the calipers detach, there would be reduced braking performance, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
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.