Recall
Freightliner Cascadia — 18V300000
NHTSA ID
18V300000
Make
Freightliner
Model
Cascadia
Years Affected
2018
Recall Date
2018-05-08
Component
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
Units Affected
1,219
Completion Rate
—
Mfr Campaign No.
FL-771
Summary
Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Freightliner Cascadia vehicles. The fasteners that secure the driver's air bag module within the steering wheel may not have been installed to specification, possibly affecting the frontal air bag deployment in the event of a crash.
Consequence
An incorrectly installed air bag may not function correctly in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the frontal air bag fasteners, tightening them to the proper specification, free of charge. The recall began on July 9, 2018. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-771.