2015 FREIGHTLINER CASCADIA
18 recalls, 22 complaints - 1,099 TSBs
20V214000 Apr 14, 2020
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Defect Description
Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2006-2020 Freightliner Columbia, 2006-2021 Freightliner Business Class M2, 2007-2020 Freightliner Coronado, 2014-2021 Freightliner 122 SD, 2007 Sterling A 9500, 2006 Freightliner Argosy, 2006-2007 Sterling AT9500, 2008-2021 Freightliner Ca... Read more
Consequence
The vehicle's rearward visibility may be reduced, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and reposition the reflective tape to ensure that it is completely visible, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began May 29, 2020. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL848.
19V370000 May 14, 2019
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:SUPPLY:RESERVOIR/TANK
Defect Description
Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2004-2019 Freightliner 108SD, 114SD, 122SD, Cascadia, Columbia, Classic, FL80, FLD 120SD, Business Class M2, Western Star 4700, 4900, 6900, Sterling Acterra, L7500, LT7500, L8500, LT8500, L9500, and LT9500 vehicles. The vehicles may have... Read more
Consequence
An insufficient air reservoir volume may reduce brake effectiveness, increasing the risk of crash.
Remedy
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will add air reservoir capacity to the affected vehicles. Owner letters were mailed on November 29, 2021. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-815.
19V093000 Feb 12, 2019
STEERING:LINKAGES:TIE ROD ASSEMBLY
Defect Description
Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2013-2016 Freightliner Cascadia vehicles equipped with Hendrickson 5" drop axles. In certain front axle, brake lining, and brake spider combinations, braking may cause high vibrations, resulting in early failure of the tie-rod tube.
Consequence
A tie-rod failure would cause a disconnect between the front wheels, resulting in a loss of steering ability, thereby increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the stamped brake spiders and the tie-rod, free of charge. The recall began April 12, 2019. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-807.
18V503000 Jul 31, 2018
STEERING:LINKAGES:TIE ROD ASSEMBLY
Defect Description
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2012-2015 Freightliner Cascadia, Coronado, Business Class M2, 114SD, and Western Star 4900 trucks. In certain front axle, brake lining, and brake spider combinations, braking may cause high vibrations, resulting in early failure of the t... Read more
Consequence
A tie-rod failure would cause a disconnect between the front wheels, resulting in a loss of steering ability, thereby increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake linings, brake spider, and tie-rod, free of charge. The recall began March 22, 2019. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL782.
17V810000 Dec 15, 2017
EQUIPMENT
Defect Description
Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2002-2017 Freightliner Cascadia, Century Class, Columbia and Coronado trucks and Western Star 4700, 4900, 5700, 5900 and 6900 trucks. These vehicles are equipped with Kidde Plastic-Handle or Push Button 'Pindicator' Fire Extinguishers tha... Read more
Consequence
In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy
DTNA will notify owners, and instruct them to contact Kidde for a replacement fire extinguisher, free of charge. The recall began on April 11, 2018. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712, or contact Kidde customer service toll-free at 1-855-262-3540, or online at www.kidde.com ... Read more
17V761000 Nov 27, 2017
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS
Defect Description
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2008-2018 Freightliner Cascadia, Western Star 4700, 4900, 5700, and 6900 trucks. After hard brake applications, the brake light pressure switch may not activate the brake lights with a light application of the brake pedal.
Consequence
If the brake lights fail to illuminate, there would not be a signal to other motorists that the vehicle is slowing, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will repair the vehicles, free of charge. Daimler issued interim notifications to owners on January 22, 2018. The recall began on May 9, 2018. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-756.
16V656000 Sep 13, 2016
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Defect Description
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC. (DTNA) is recalling certain model year 2013-2017 Freightliner Cascadia vehicles manufactured September 24, 2012, to May 27, 2015 and equipped with compressed natural gas (CNG) engines. The affected vehicles have a Power Distribution Module (PDM) that is mounted ne... Read more
Consequence
If the PDM short circuits, there would be an increased risk of a fire, especially if the nearby CNG tank leaks.
Remedy
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will relocate the PDM, free of charge. An interim notice was mailed to owners on November 7, 2016. The recall began on March 3, 2017. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-721.
16V634000 Aug 31, 2016
POWER TRAIN:AXLE HUBS
Defect Description
Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain model year 2014-2017 Freightliner M2 Business Class, 108 SD, 114 SD, Cascadia, Coronado, Western Star 4700, 4800, and 5700 XE trucks manufactured March 15, 2013, to July 29, 2016 and equipped with Conmet aluminum non-high capacity hubs. T... Read more
Consequence
If a wheel separates from the axle, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
Remedy
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front axle hubs, free of charge. The recall began during November 2016. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-718.
16V143000 Mar 9, 2016
EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
Defect Description
Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Freightliner Cascadia trucks manufactured from March 24, 2014, through November 9, 2015. The affected vehicles are equipped with Bergstrom Parksmart HVAC auxiliary units. On these units, there may be inadequate conta... Read more
Consequence
The overheated connection can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the connector caps. Additionally, dealers will replace the harnesses if there is evidence of heat discoloration. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on May 12, 2016. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-5... Read more
15V816000 Dec 7, 2015
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:MANIFOLD/HEADER/MUFFLER/TAIL PIPE
Defect Description
Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 Freightliner Cascadia vehicles manufactured March 27, 2015, to November 4, 2014, and powered by compressed natural gas (CNG). The affected vehicles have a tailpipe that allows hot exhaust to exit near the CNG tank pre... Read more
Consequence
Hot exhaust in close proximity to the PRD may cause the PDR to activate and CNG to be unexpectedly released from the tank. Discharge of CNG in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy
All the vehicles involved in this recall campaign have been repaired. The recall is began on March 13, 2015. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-695.
15V617000 Oct 1, 2015
POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION
Defect Description
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Freightliner Cascadia, Business Class M2, 108SD, 114SD, and Western Star 4700 trucks manufactured January 4, 2015, to April 24, 2015, and equipped with Eaton Fuller FR 10-speed manual transmissions. In the affected v... Read more
Consequence
Even though the transmission has been shifted out of reverse into neutral, the vehicle may unexpectedly move backwards, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and repair the affected transmissions if necessary, free of charge. The recall began on November 24, 2015. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-745-8000. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-693.
15V185000 Mar 30, 2015
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR
Defect Description
Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain model year 2015 Freightliner Cascadia, Business Class M2, 108SD, 114SD, 122SD, Coronado, Western Star 4700, and Western Star 4900 trucks manufactured October 6, 2014, to February 16, 2015, and equipped with Haldex Life Seal brake chambers.... Read more
Consequence
While traveling at highway speeds, brake drag may cause loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake chambers, free of charge. Owners were mailed interim notices at the end of May 2015. The recall began on September 25, 2015. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-745-8000. DTNA's number for this recall is FL676.
15V105000 Feb 23, 2015
FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Defect Description
Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Freightliner Cascadia trucks manufactured November 19, 2013, to July 14, 2014, and equipped with certain model Side-Mount compressed natural gas (CNG) Fuel Systems, Part No. 23736011, manufactured August 1, 2013, to Au... Read more
Consequence
If the corrosion progresses and goes undetected, the hose could begin to leak CNG, increasing the risk of a fire in the presence of an ignition source.
Remedy
DTNA will notify owners and dealers will replace the defective hose, free of charge. The recall began on April 1, 2015. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-745-8000. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-678.
14V717000 Nov 10, 2014
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR
Defect Description
Daimler Trucks North America LLC (Daimler) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Freightliner 122SD, Argosy, and Cascadia trucks manufactured July 22, 2013, to October 13, 2014, equipped with Wabco Quick Release Valves with Double Check manufactured February 6, 2013, to April 19, 2014. The affe... Read more
Consequence
Improper seating can result in the valves improperly adjusting air pressure levels, thereby reducing the braking performance of the vehicles and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Daimler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect, and replace the valves, free of charge. The recall began on December 30, 2015. Owners may contact Daimler customer service at 1-800-745-8000. Daimler's number for this recall is FL-673.
14V680000 Oct 29, 2014
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:MANIFOLD/HEADER/MUFFLER/TAIL PIPE
Defect Description
Daimler Trucks of North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain model year 2011-2015 Freightliner Cascadia and M2 trucks manufactured June 2, 2011 to October 23, 2014. The vehicles are not in compliance with the requirements of the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards No. 303, "Fuel System Integr... Read more
Consequence
Due to the area of its placement, the exhaust system forces heat around, and may overheat, the fuel system components, increasing the risk of a vehicle fire.
Remedy
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will extend the tailpipe beyond the cabinet, free of charge. The recall began Feburary 12, 2015. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-745-8000. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-671.
14V588000 Sep 23, 2014
EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
Defect Description
Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Freightliner Cascadia vehicles manufactured May 5, 2014, to August 18, 2014. The affected vehicles are equipped with certain 1100W, 1500W, or 2000W inverters sold as a standalone option with both the Thermo King TriPa... Read more
Consequence
An inverter fire may result in a vehicle fire.
Remedy
DTNA will notify owners, and Thermo King will either replace the inverter free of charge or refund the full purchase price. The recall began on November 14, 2014. Owners may contact Thermo King customer service at 1-866-766-2708. Owners may also contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-745-8000. D... Read more
14V367000 Jun 25, 2014
STEERING
Defect Description
Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain model year 2015 Freightliner Cascadia, 122SD, and Business Class M2 trucks manufactured March 20, 2014, through April 10, 2014. Due to an axle manufacturing error, there may be weak spots in the beam of the affected axle assemblies.
Consequence
The axle weak spots could cause the axle beam to bend or cause wheel separation, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the axle beams for certain manufacturing dates, and replace the ones manufactured within a certain date range, free of charge. The recall began on August 22, 2014. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-385-4357. DTNA's number for this... Read more
14V080000 Feb 21, 2014
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
Defect Description
Daimler Trucks North America LLC (Daimler) is recalling certain model year 2008-2015 Freightliner 114SD, Cascadia, M2 Business Class, Sterling LT8500, and Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner HDX vehicles manufactured February 19, 2008, through February 11, 2014, and equipped with Cummins Westport Model I... Read more
Consequence
The sensor malfunction could induce elevated exhaust temperatures or flames from the exhaust pipe, increasing the risk of a vehicle fire or burn injury to a person near the exhaust pipe.
Remedy
Cummins and Cummins Westport will notify owners, and authorized Cummins service facilities will upload a new ECM calibration, free of charge. The recall began on April 12, 2014. Customers may contact Daimler at 1-800-385-4357 or Cummins Inc. at 1-800-343-7357. Daimler's number for this recall is ... Read more
Complaint Statistics
22 total complaints
2 crashes 2 fires 3 injuries
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| SERVICE BRAKES | 3 |
| STEERING | 3 |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 3 |
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | 1 |
| ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC) | 1 |
| SUSPENSION | 1 |
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS | 1 |
| TIRES | 1 |
| VISIBILITY/WIPER | 1 |
| FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM | 1 |
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:INSTRUMENT PANEL:SPEEDOMETER/ODOMETER
May 30, 2025
Incident date: Mar 3, 2025
Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2019 Ford Transit. The contact stated that while attempting to register the vehicle, it was discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy. The vehicle was a private sale. At the time of purchase, the vehicle mileage was 125,342, and at the time of registrati... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Jan 12, 2024
Incident date: Jan 11, 2024
The contact owns a 2014 Hyundai Azera. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V651000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall r... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Nov 3, 2020
Incident date: Nov 14, 2014
2015 FREIGHTLINER CASCADIA. CONSTITUENT STATED THAT THEY HAVE EXPERIENCED SEVERAL ISSUES WITH TRUCK, SPECIFICALLY AN ONGOING ELECTRICAL ISSUE BASED UPON A LEAK GETTING INTO VEHICLE DAMAGING ELECTRICAL LINES. *LD THE CONSUMER STATED FUEL LEAKS FROM THE TOP OF BOTH TANKS, ISSUES WITH E-COAST SYSTEM... Read more
STRUCTURE
Nov 3, 2020
Incident date: Nov 14, 2014
2015 FREIGHTLINER CASCADIA. CONSTITUENT STATED THAT THEY HAVE EXPERIENCED SEVERAL ISSUES WITH TRUCK, SPECIFICALLY AN ONGOING ELECTRICAL ISSUE BASED UPON A LEAK GETTING INTO VEHICLE DAMAGING ELECTRICAL LINES. *LD THE CONSUMER STATED FUEL LEAKS FROM THE TOP OF BOTH TANKS, ISSUES WITH E-COAST SYSTEM... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Mar 20, 2020
Incident date: Mar 19, 2020
WHEN THE TRUCK WAS PURCHASED THE ODOMETER SAID IT HAD ABOUT 28K MILES ON IT FOR $45K. WELL FOR THE LAST 45 DAYS I HAVE BEEN HAVING ISSUE AFTER ISSUE TO THE POINT WHERE IT WAS SMOKING SO BAD I COULD NOT DRIVE IT ANY LONGER. SO I CALL THE DEALER TO ADVISE THEM THAT TOO MANY ISSUES WERE HAPPENING AND T... Read more
ENGINE
Mar 20, 2020
Incident date: Mar 19, 2020
WHEN THE TRUCK WAS PURCHASED THE ODOMETER SAID IT HAD ABOUT 28K MILES ON IT FOR $45K. WELL FOR THE LAST 45 DAYS I HAVE BEEN HAVING ISSUE AFTER ISSUE TO THE POINT WHERE IT WAS SMOKING SO BAD I COULD NOT DRIVE IT ANY LONGER. SO I CALL THE DEALER TO ADVISE THEM THAT TOO MANY ISSUES WERE HAPPENING AND T... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES
Mar 22, 2019
Incident date: Mar 13, 2019
MY DRIVER FRONT TIRE KEEPS LOCKING UP. I TOOK A PEICE OF CHALK AND DRAW ON THE TIRE TO TEST THE BRAKES 2015 FRIEGHTLINER CASCADE
WHEELS
May 25, 2017
Incident date: Apr 29, 2017
VEHICLE HAS A PROBLEM WITH STEERING, IT VERY HARD TO TURN THE STEERING WHEEL ALSO HAS A SWAY TO IT. UNSTAIBLE.
Crash
Fire
1 injured
STEERING
May 25, 2017
Incident date: Apr 29, 2017
VEHICLE HAS A PROBLEM WITH STEERING, IT VERY HARD TO TURN THE STEERING WHEEL ALSO HAS A SWAY TO IT. UNSTAIBLE.
Crash
Fire
1 injured
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
May 2, 2017
Incident date: Apr 22, 2017
WE HAVE HAD THE WINDSHIELD REPLACED APPROX 7 TIMES AND THE WINDSHIELD CONTINUES TO LEAK. WE ALSO HAD THE ENTIRE GASKET REPLACED THE WINDSHIELD STILL LEAKS. A WEEK AGO IT POURED DOWN RAIN RESULTING IN THE CITY HORN TO GO OFF AND WOULD NOT TURN OFF. THEN THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS BEGAN RUNNING AT FULL SPE... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Apr 24, 2017
Incident date: Jun 2, 2014
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 FREIGHTLINER CASCADIA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FUEL LINE BECAME LOOSE AND CAUSED A FUEL LEAKAGE AND FUEL FUMES TO EMIT INTO THE VEHICLE. WHILE ATTEMPTING TO UNHOOK THE TRAILER, FUEL SPLASHED INTO THE CONTACT'S MOUTH, CAUSING HIM TO LOSE CONSCIOUSNESS AND SUSTAIN SEVER... Read more
1 injured
VISIBILITY/WIPER
Feb 4, 2017
Incident date: Feb 4, 2017
WIPER RESERVOIR BECOMES HEATED DUE TO DPF SYSTEM WHICH CREATES PRESSURE WITHIN THE SYSTEM. AS A RESULT IT FORCES WIPER FLUID FROM THE NOZZLES DRAINING THE SYSTEM MOST TIMES UNDETECTED. RESULTING IN THE INABILITY TO CLEAN THE WINDOW WHEN IT BECOMES FOULED. DUE TO THE RESERVOIR BOTTLES LOCATION YOU CA... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES
Jan 6, 2017
Incident date: Oct 5, 2016
BRAKE PRESSURE SWITCH DEFECTIVE: UNDER NORMAL DRIVING CONDITIONS, THE BRAKE LIGHTS WILL NOT ACTIVATE TO WARN FOLLOWING MOTORISTS. THE BRAKE LIGHTS ONLY WORK ON A HEAVY PEDAL APPLICATION. THE SECOND ISSUE IS THE CRUISE CAN BE SET AT HIGHWAY SPEED AND APPLYING THE BRAKES WILL NOT DEACTIVATE THE CRUISE... Read more
TIRES
Nov 14, 2016
Incident date: Oct 1, 2016
BRAND NEW PURCHASED HANKOOK TIRES FOR 6X2 TRUCK HAD CHUNKS PEELING OFF WHILE THE DRIVER WAS OPERATING THE VEHICLE. THE TIRE WAS IN REAR POSITION (THE TIRE CANNOT SPIN). CHUNKS OF THE TIRE FLEW ON THE HIGHWAY AS THE DRIVE WAS HAULING A CONTAINER TO THE PORT OF LOS ANGELES.
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS
Apr 6, 2016
Incident date: Nov 23, 2015
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 FREIGHTLINER CASCADIA. WHILE DRIVING 40 MPH, THE BRAKE LIGHTS FAILED TO ILLUMINATE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE SAM MODULE NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILE... Read more
SUSPENSION
Nov 17, 2015
Incident date: Nov 16, 2015
VEHICLE HAS A SEVERE UNEXPECTED SWAY IN FRONT STEERING AND REAR TAMDEMS. HAVE TO CONSTANTLY STEER BACK AND FORTH TO MAINTAIN LANE CONTROL. WORSE IN RAINY WEATHER. WHEN ENTERING A CURVE VEHICLE WILL WANDER OVER EITHER CENTER LINE OR RIGHT LINE OR ROADWAY. SUDDEN RIGHT OR LEFT SHIFTS IN REAR TANDEMS. ... Read more
STEERING
Nov 17, 2015
Incident date: Nov 16, 2015
VEHICLE HAS A SEVERE UNEXPECTED SWAY IN FRONT STEERING AND REAR TAMDEMS. HAVE TO CONSTANTLY STEER BACK AND FORTH TO MAINTAIN LANE CONTROL. WORSE IN RAINY WEATHER. WHEN ENTERING A CURVE VEHICLE WILL WANDER OVER EITHER CENTER LINE OR RIGHT LINE OR ROADWAY. SUDDEN RIGHT OR LEFT SHIFTS IN REAR TANDEMS. ... Read more
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
Nov 17, 2015
Incident date: Nov 16, 2015
VEHICLE HAS A SEVERE UNEXPECTED SWAY IN FRONT STEERING AND REAR TAMDEMS. HAVE TO CONSTANTLY STEER BACK AND FORTH TO MAINTAIN LANE CONTROL. WORSE IN RAINY WEATHER. WHEN ENTERING A CURVE VEHICLE WILL WANDER OVER EITHER CENTER LINE OR RIGHT LINE OR ROADWAY. SUDDEN RIGHT OR LEFT SHIFTS IN REAR TANDEMS. ... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Oct 6, 2015
Incident date: Oct 6, 2015
A/C - DEFROSTER BLOWER MOTOR BEGAN TO INTERMITTENTLY STOP. THROWING DASH CODE SPN 523318 FMI 7 REGARDLESS OF VEHICLE BEING IN MOTION OR PARKED. THEN MOTOR QUIT WORKING SUDDENLY. UPON TAKING IT TO A DEALERSHIP THEY FOUND THE MOTOR WAS SEIZED AND THE WIRING HARNESS HAD BEGAN TO MELT. WHEN REPLACING TH... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Jul 8, 2015
Incident date: Apr 22, 2015
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 FREIGHTLINER CASCADIA. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 65 MPH WITH THE CRUISE CONTROL ENGAGED, THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED AND THE SPEED REDUCED TO 45 MPH AND THEN SUDDENLY ACCELERATED INDEPENDENTLY. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE CRUISE CONTROL FAILED TO DISENGAGE. AS A RESUL... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES
May 27, 2015
Incident date: Apr 5, 2015
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 FREIGHTLINER CASCADIA. WHILE APPROACHING A STOP AT A LOW SPEED, THERE WAS A LOAD ABNORMAL NOISE COMING FROM UNDERNEATH THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER WHO DIAGNOSED THAT THE POWER STEERING LINE AND THE HOSE NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED; H... Read more
STEERING
May 27, 2015
Incident date: Apr 5, 2015
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 FREIGHTLINER CASCADIA. WHILE APPROACHING A STOP AT A LOW SPEED, THERE WAS A LOAD ABNORMAL NOISE COMING FROM UNDERNEATH THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER WHO DIAGNOSED THAT THE POWER STEERING LINE AND THE HOSE NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED; H... Read more
Technical Service Bulletins, 2015 FREIGHTLINER CASCADIA
1,099 manufacturer communications from 701 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 169 |
| 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 106 |
| 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL | 104 |
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 76 |
| 060000 ENGINE (PWS) | 75 |
| 100000 POWER TRAIN | 61 |
| 070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE | 42 |
| 080000 FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL | 38 |
SS3113-FTL2022
Oct 31, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Service Solution for DPF Harness Rub-Chafe onTrans-Wire Braided Air Hose.
SS3113-FTL2022
Oct 31, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Service Solution for DPF Harness Rub-Chafe onTrans-Wire Braided Air Hose.
SS1034544
Jun 30, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Service Solution for SSAM Fault 520197/31 - MQ SwitchMalfunction Troubleshooting
ICI22-017
Apr 13, 2022
100000 POWER TRAIN
Important Campaign Information Letter for DDC D21M1 Termination Date Extended. This letter is to inform you that a revised bulletin for Detroit Diesel Field Service Campaign D21M1, DT12 Transmission Drive Shaft Cover Plug Reseal has been EX
SB83-137
Mar 2, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Revised Freightliner Service Bulletin for ParkSmart Eberspaecher Auxiliary Heater Service. This bulletin replaces the version dated May 2015. The note in General Information has been revised to include New Cascadia. Espar information has be
SB49-042
Feb 15, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Freightliner Service Bulletin for DEF Connector Reinforcement Caps.
P3SALESCABEND
Jun 14, 2021
160000 STRUCTURE
End of Production for the Freightliner P3 Cascadia Sales Cabs. Due to low production volumes, DTNA will be discontinuing the production of the Freightliner Cascadia P3 Sales Cabs.
TechTalk566596K
Apr 30, 2021
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Tech Talk discussion on DD15 injector cups.
TechTalk566596K
Apr 30, 2021
080000 FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL
Tech Talk discussion on DD15 injector cups.
SS3075-FTL2021
Apr 23, 2021
100000 POWER TRAIN
Service Solution for FTL DT12 Trans Control Harness Chaffing - PT Can faults. Transmission will not shift into Gear while driving or will not start and trigger multiple PT CAN Fault Codes.
WI21-009
Apr 19, 2021
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Warranty Information letter announcing that DTNA is increasing the Standard Diagnostic Times (SDTs) shown. The updated after treatment system (ATS) diesel exhaust fluid (DEF) pump times will be applied to repair orders opened on or after Ap
16TS-08REV
Apr 19, 2021
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Detroit Technical Service Letter for DD13 Cylinder Head and Cylinder Head Gasket Change.
D21M1
Apr 19, 2021
100000 POWER TRAIN
Detroit Field Service Campaign for DT12 Transmission Drive Shaft Cover Plug Reseal. Daimler Trucks North America LLC, on behalf of its DETROIT Powertrain Division, is initiating Field Service Campaign D21M1 on certain DT12 transmissions in
WI21-008
Apr 6, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
Warranty Information Letter announcing DTNA is adjusting the Standard Repair Times (SRTs) shown. The updated times will be applied to repair orders opened on or after April 5, 2021.
SB83-155
Mar 24, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
Updated Freightliner Service Bulletin for Espar Service Information. This bulletin replaces the version dated January 1, 2015. New Cascadia has been added to the model list.
WP21-007
Mar 22, 2021
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Warranty Policy Letter for battery tags. DTNA determined that since adopting the AutoMeter BCT-460DTNA Powernet Assessment Tool (AutoMeter) as the required powernet system tester, not all battery tags have to be retained support Warranty-re
WP21-007
Mar 22, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
Warranty Policy Letter for battery tags. DTNA determined that since adopting the AutoMeter BCT-460DTNA Powernet Assessment Tool (AutoMeter) as the required powernet system tester, not all battery tags have to be retained support Warranty-re
DT12 Trans Chafe
Mar 10, 2021
100000 POWER TRAIN
DTNA received a field notification on multiple units regarding diagnostic fault codes that were found to be causing issues to the After Treatment Control Module (ACM). These fault codes indicated that the ACM communication message was not r
DT12 Trans Chafe
Mar 10, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
DTNA received a field notification on multiple units regarding diagnostic fault codes that were found to be causing issues to the After Treatment Control Module (ACM). These fault codes indicated that the ACM communication message was not r
DT12 Trans Chafe
Mar 10, 2021
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
DTNA received a field notification on multiple units regarding diagnostic fault codes that were found to be causing issues to the After Treatment Control Module (ACM). These fault codes indicated that the ACM communication message was not r
TechTalk12243
Feb 28, 2021
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Tech Talk discussion on CHECK ENGINE LIGHT AND CHECK TRANS LIGHT ON.
TechTalk12243
Feb 28, 2021
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Tech Talk discussion on CHECK ENGINE LIGHT AND CHECK TRANS LIGHT ON.
TechTalk8995
Feb 26, 2021
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Tech Talk discussion on SCR ADS Self-Check.
TechTalk8995
Feb 26, 2021
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Tech Talk discussion on SCR ADS Self-Check.
TechTalk8995
Feb 26, 2021
030000 BRAKES (PWS)
Tech Talk discussion on SCR ADS Self-Check.
SB54-308
Feb 25, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
Freightliner Service Bulletin for Programming Chassis Electronic Control Units (ECUs) With DiagnosticLink.
SB54-308
Feb 25, 2021
061610 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECU/ECM):SOFTWARE
Freightliner Service Bulletin for Programming Chassis Electronic Control Units (ECUs) With DiagnosticLink.
TechTalk8155
Feb 21, 2021
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Tech Talk discussion on SCR ADS Self-Check.
21OEM-06
Feb 19, 2021
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Starting on November 23, 2020, DiagnosticLink 8.13 (Build 4527) was made available. Current subscribers of DiagnosticLink 8.11 or 8.12 may upgrade to DiagnosticLink 8.13 at no cost. All DTNA Service shops & OEM locations are required to mai
D21M2
Feb 19, 2021
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
DDC Field Service Campaign for GHG14 DETROIT DD13 with One-Box Aftertreatment Software Reprogramming. Certain Detroit Model Year 2013 to 2015 GHG14 DD13 engines that are registered in California will require reprogramming to a minimum of th
WI21-006
Feb 15, 2021
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Warranty Information Letter for Detroit NOx Sensor Circuit Fault Codes - Claim Guidelines.
WI21-006
Feb 15, 2021
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Warranty Information Letter for Detroit NOx Sensor Circuit Fault Codes - Claim Guidelines.
WI21-006
Feb 15, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
Warranty Information Letter for Detroit NOx Sensor Circuit Fault Codes - Claim Guidelines.
WI21-006
Feb 15, 2021
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Warranty Information Letter for Detroit NOx Sensor Circuit Fault Codes - Claim Guidelines.
ICI21-003
Feb 15, 2021
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Superseding Letter to an Important Campaign Information Letter to announce a reimbursement available to dealers for travel to a customer's location to perform a recall or field service campaign. Potential travel reimbursement applies to DTN
TechTalk8084
Feb 15, 2021
100000 POWER TRAIN
Tech Talk continuing discussion on DT12 TRYING TO DOWN SHIFT.
SS1034761
Feb 10, 2021
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Service Solution for P3 - CEL On and Engine de-rate due to ATD Chassis Harness Circuit 532M5+ at DEF Heater Supply location is shorted.
SS1034761
Feb 10, 2021
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Service Solution for P3 - CEL On and Engine de-rate due to ATD Chassis Harness Circuit 532M5+ at DEF Heater Supply location is shorted.
D19M7REV2
Feb 10, 2021
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Revision for Field Service Campaign for pre-series Cascadia and New Cascadia Emission Label replacement. Additional sections have been updated.
ICI21-005 D19M7
Feb 10, 2021
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Important Campaign Information Letter announcing that a revision for Detroit Diesel Field Service Campaign D19M7. This letter is to inform you that Detroit Field Service Campaign D19M7 REV2, Pre-Series Cascadia Emission Label Replacement ha
WI20-014R
Feb 8, 2021
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Revised Warranty Information Letter for OWL and Warranty Manual Improvement: Sublets and Travel Time/Distance. In the spirit of continuous improvement, DTNA reviewed sublet-related policies and procedures. The goal was to improve language c
Techtalk8084
Feb 2, 2021
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Discussion on DT12 trying to down shift
Techtalk8055
Feb 2, 2021
030000 BRAKES (PWS)
Discussion on Cascadia brakes holding on
Techtalk8055
Feb 2, 2021
040000 SERVICE BRAKES, AIR
Discussion on Cascadia brakes holding on
TechTalk8082
Jan 25, 2021
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Tech Talk discussion on P3 Cascadia tail lights stay on.
TechTalk8082
Jan 25, 2021
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Tech Talk discussion on P3 Cascadia tail lights stay on.
WI21-001
Jan 17, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
Warranty Information Letter for Detroit New Service Replacement Engine SRT Update. While validating Standard Repair Times (SRTs) for Detroit's new Gen 5 engine series, DTNA discovered an error in a pre-Gen 5 SRT for the New Service Replacem
WI21-001
Jan 17, 2021
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Warranty Information Letter for Detroit New Service Replacement Engine SRT Update. While validating Standard Repair Times (SRTs) for Detroit's new Gen 5 engine series, DTNA discovered an error in a pre-Gen 5 SRT for the New Service Replacem
TechTalk8000
Jan 5, 2021
100000 POWER TRAIN
Tech Talk discussion on Cascadia Engine Brakes Not working.
TechTalk8000
Jan 5, 2021
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Tech Talk discussion on Cascadia Engine Brakes Not working.
Techtalk8000
Dec 31, 2020
100000 POWER TRAIN
Tech Talk discussion on Cascadia Engine Brakes Not working.
Techtalk8000
Dec 31, 2020
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Tech Talk discussion on Cascadia Engine Brakes Not working.
Techtalk6870
Dec 24, 2020
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Tech Talk discussion on P3 Coolant level sensor voltage fluctuating.
SB35-036
Dec 23, 2020
100000 POWER TRAIN
Revised Freightliner Service Bulletin for Axle Flange Gasket Replaced with O-Ring. Revision removed steps instructing removal and installation of wheels. Daimler Trucks North America has released a new axle shaft to hub rubber O-ring (part
Techtalk7981
Dec 20, 2020
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Tech Talk discussion on 2015 Cascadia dd13 no crank no start.
WP20-018R
Dec 8, 2020
100000 POWER TRAIN
Revised Warranty Policy Letter for Alliance/Mascot Aftermarket Warranty and Claim Filing. Revisions are in blue. With Mascot now in partnership with Detroit Reman and Alliance Parts, DTNA is pleased to announce that Mascot coverage has been
WP20-018R
Dec 8, 2020
010000 STEERING
Revised Warranty Policy Letter for Alliance/Mascot Aftermarket Warranty and Claim Filing. Revisions are in blue. With Mascot now in partnership with Detroit Reman and Alliance Parts, DTNA is pleased to announce that Mascot coverage has been
WP20-018
Dec 7, 2020
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Warranty Policy Letter for Alliance/Mascot Aftermarket Warranty and Claim Filing. With Mascot now in partnership with Detroit Reman and Alliance Parts, DTNA is pleased to announce that Mascot coverage has been added to OWL. Remanufactured A
WP20-018
Dec 7, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
Warranty Policy Letter for Alliance/Mascot Aftermarket Warranty and Claim Filing. With Mascot now in partnership with Detroit Reman and Alliance Parts, DTNA is pleased to announce that Mascot coverage has been added to OWL. Remanufactured A
WP20-018
Dec 7, 2020
100000 POWER TRAIN
Warranty Policy Letter for Alliance/Mascot Aftermarket Warranty and Claim Filing. With Mascot now in partnership with Detroit Reman and Alliance Parts, DTNA is pleased to announce that Mascot coverage has been added to OWL. Remanufactured A
WP20-018
Dec 7, 2020
010000 STEERING
Warranty Policy Letter for Alliance/Mascot Aftermarket Warranty and Claim Filing. With Mascot now in partnership with Detroit Reman and Alliance Parts, DTNA is pleased to announce that Mascot coverage has been added to OWL. Remanufactured A
20TS-09
Dec 6, 2020
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Technical Service Letter for SPN 3711 FMI 31 on GHG17 DD15 Trucks.
18SP744
Nov 30, 2020
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Special Publication letter for Two-Filter Fuel System KM59 GEN1 DD15 DD16 Severe Duty High Pressure Fuel Rail Feed Lines Service Kit.
SB26-052
Nov 30, 2020
100000 POWER TRAIN
Revised Service Bulletin for DT12 PTO Upfit. This bulletin replaces the version dated 09/13/2019. DDCSN and Power Service Literature references have been removed.
18SP744
Nov 30, 2020
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Special Publication letter for Two-Filter Fuel System KM59 GEN1 DD15 DD16 Severe Duty High Pressure Fuel Rail Feed Lines Service Kit.
18SP744
Nov 30, 2020
073100 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM:FUEL RAIL
Special Publication letter for Two-Filter Fuel System KM59 GEN1 DD15 DD16 Severe Duty High Pressure Fuel Rail Feed Lines Service Kit.
TechTalk3121
Nov 13, 2020
180000 VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Tech Talk discussion Cascadia cruise control inop after Detroit software update.
TechTalk7321
Oct 30, 2020
100000 POWER TRAIN
Tech Talk discussion on DT-12 WILL NOT GO INTO GEAR.
SB54-278
Oct 27, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Updated Freightliner Service Bulletin for Powernet Troubleshooting Guide - Batteries, Path, Alternator, and Starter. This bulletin replaces the version dated 5/31/2017. Information is added about the BCT-460DTNA PowerNet Assessment Tool. Wh
SB54-278
Oct 27, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
Updated Freightliner Service Bulletin for Powernet Troubleshooting Guide - Batteries, Path, Alternator, and Starter. This bulletin replaces the version dated 5/31/2017. Information is added about the BCT-460DTNA PowerNet Assessment Tool. Wh
TechTalk6374
Oct 14, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Tech Talk discussion on a 2015 Cascadia that will not start after replacing APU batteries.
TechTalk6374
Oct 14, 2020
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
Tech Talk discussion on a 2015 Cascadia that will not start after replacing APU batteries.
SB35-036
Oct 7, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
Freightliner Service Bulletin for Axle Flange Gasket Replaced with O-Ring. Daimler Trucks North America has released a new axle shaft to hub rubber O-ring (part number 11-30728-000) as a replacement for the paper gasket (part number 11-1441
SB35-036
Oct 7, 2020
100000 POWER TRAIN
Freightliner Service Bulletin for Axle Flange Gasket Replaced with O-Ring. Daimler Trucks North America has released a new axle shaft to hub rubber O-ring (part number 11-30728-000) as a replacement for the paper gasket (part number 11-1441
JOYSON LTR
Sep 29, 2020
150000 SEAT BELTS
Joyson Safety Systems letter informing DTNA about Hikone Webbing Investigation. JSS is near completion of an initial investigation regarding data integrity issues at the seatbelt webbing manufacturing facility in Hikone, Japan acquired fro
TechTalk2039
Sep 24, 2020
063130 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:GAS RECIRCULATION VALVE (EGR VALVE)
Tech Talk Discussion for DD15 GHG14 EGR linkage hex nuts.
TechTalk4725
Sep 22, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
Tech Talk discussion about power steering fluid.
TechTalk4725
Sep 22, 2020
010000 STEERING
Tech Talk discussion about power steering fluid.
TechTalk7679
Sep 15, 2020
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Tech Talk discussion on repair verification for codes like 'low air flow' when a trailer is not available.
D20M9
Sep 1, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
Detroit Diesel Field Service Campaign for Engine Emission Label Replacement. Certain DETROIT heavy-duty engines installed in various applications will require reprogramming and engine emission label replacement.
D20M9
Sep 1, 2020
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Detroit Diesel Field Service Campaign for Engine Emission Label Replacement. Certain DETROIT heavy-duty engines installed in various applications will require reprogramming and engine emission label replacement.
20CSA-15
Aug 31, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
Customer Service Announcement for Release of DiagnosticLink 8.12 Service Pack 2. On Thursday, September 3, 2020, Service Pack (SP) 2 for DiagnosticLink 8.12 Standard and Professional will be made available to download from the Detroit Diese
20CSA-15
Aug 31, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Customer Service Announcement for Release of DiagnosticLink 8.12 Service Pack 2. On Thursday, September 3, 2020, Service Pack (SP) 2 for DiagnosticLink 8.12 Standard and Professional will be made available to download from the Detroit Diese
20CSA-15
Aug 31, 2020
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Customer Service Announcement for Release of DiagnosticLink 8.12 Service Pack 2. On Thursday, September 3, 2020, Service Pack (SP) 2 for DiagnosticLink 8.12 Standard and Professional will be made available to download from the Detroit Diese
SS1034761
Aug 25, 2020
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Service Solution for P3 - CEL On and Engine de-rate due to ATD Chassis Harness Circuit 532M5+ at DEF Heater Supply location is shorted. Harness part number A66-03217-002 has been reported experiencing failures due to damages to 532M5+ circ
D20M6
Aug 14, 2020
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Detroit Diesel Field Service Campaign for DETROIT Reman Built HDEP Engines - Incorrect Gear Train Bolt Torque. The gear train mounting bolts need to be checked for proper torque and adjusted as needed.
SB26-051
Aug 14, 2020
100000 POWER TRAIN
Updated Service Bulletin for DT12 Transmission Cooler Retrofit. This bulletin replaces the version dated 09/18/2019. The part number for the oil control valve has been updated in the parts table.
SB26-051
Aug 14, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
Updated Service Bulletin for DT12 Transmission Cooler Retrofit. This bulletin replaces the version dated 09/18/2019. The part number for the oil control valve has been updated in the parts table.
ICI20-022R
Aug 11, 2020
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Revised letter is to announce a reimbursement available to dealers for travel to a customer's location to perform a recall or field service campaign. Potential travel reimbursement applies to DTNA truck dealers and Detroit Diesel distributo
ICI20-022
Aug 3, 2020
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Important Campaign Information letter announcing Dealer Travel for Campaign Performance. This letter is to announce a reimbursement available to dealers for travel to a customer??A???A???A???A???A???A???A???A???A???A???A???A?s location to p
WI20-014
Aug 3, 2020
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Warranty Information Letter for OWL and Warranty Manual Improvement: Sublets and Travel Time/Distance. In the spirit of continuous improvement, DTNA reviewed sublet-related policies and procedures. The goal was to improve language clarity a
WI20-012
Aug 3, 2020
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Warranty Information Letter informing that to ensure that DTNA policies and service network practices align, the Warranty Department will be revising the Warranty Manual.
SB42-078
Jul 30, 2020
034420 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DRUM:SHOES/LININGS
Freightliner Service Bulletin for Meritor Steer Axle Drum Brake Squeal. Some Cascadia and New Cascadia vehicles equipped with Meritor steer axle drum brakes with a front axle rating less than 13,300 lb (6038 kg) have experienced brake squea
SB42-078
Jul 30, 2020
044100 SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:DRUM:SHOES/LININGS
Freightliner Service Bulletin for Meritor Steer Axle Drum Brake Squeal. Some Cascadia and New Cascadia vehicles equipped with Meritor steer axle drum brakes with a front axle rating less than 13,300 lb (6038 kg) have experienced brake squea
SB31-043
Jul 28, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
Freightliner Service Bulletin for Non-Airliner Rear Suspension Crossmember Fastener Change. With the start of production on March 2, 2020, the fasteners used to assemble the non-Airliner rear suspension (bogie) crossmember have changed. The
SB31-043
Jul 28, 2020
022000 SUSPENSION:REAR
Freightliner Service Bulletin for Non-Airliner Rear Suspension Crossmember Fastener Change. With the start of production on March 2, 2020, the fasteners used to assemble the non-Airliner rear suspension (bogie) crossmember have changed. The
20CSA-10
Jul 27, 2020
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Customer Service Announcement informing that Service Pack (SP) 1 for DiagnosticLink??A???A???A???A???A???A???A???A? 8.12 Standard and Professional is available to download from the Detroit Diesel server.
20TS-05
Jul 27, 2020
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Technical Service Letter for EPA10, GHG14, GHG17 Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) Compatibility. Note: This document supersedes 14 TS-25 and 15 TS-8. Detroit Diesel has determined that some, Diesel Particulate Filters (DPFs) are compatible i
20OEM-05
Jul 27, 2020
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
OEM and distributor announcement for DiagnosticLink 8.12 (Build 4527) was made available. All DTNA Service shops & OEM locations are required to maintain the latest version of software on each of their stations.
SB31-044
Jul 23, 2020
130000 VISIBILITY
Service Bulletin for Reflective Tape Installation. If a truck tractor is ordered without mudflaps and/or mudflap support brackets, the rear reflective tape applied to the mudflaps or mudflap brackets during production is delivered loose wit
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NHTSA Safety Investigations, FREIGHTLINER CASCADIA
Investigations opened by NHTSA into potential safety defects. These are separate from recalls and may or may not result in a recall.
EA25006
Opened: Oct 23, 2025
Automatic Emergency Braking Errors
On May 26, 2023, the Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened a Preliminary Evaluation (PE23010) to assess reports of false positive activation of the Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) system in model year (MY) 2017-2022 Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA) vehicles. The reports alleged that acti... Read more
PE23010
Opened: May 26, 2023 , Closed: Oct 23, 2025
Automatic Emergency Braking Errors
On May 26, 2023, the Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened a Preliminary Evaluation (PE23010) to assess reports of false positive activation of the Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) system in model year (MY) 2017-2022 Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA) vehicles. The reports alleged that acti... Read more
PE21004
Opened: Feb 25, 2021 , Closed: Jan 14, 2025
Engine Electrical Wiring Harness Chafe
The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened this Preliminary Evaluation to investigate reports of engine electrical wiring harness chafe on the subject vehicles.ODI analysis found thousands of unique harness part numbers, spanning the two generations of vehicle chassis assembled at multiple veh... Read more
PE21006
Opened: Feb 25, 2021 , Closed: Jul 16, 2021
Halogen Headlights May Cause Fires
In its process for evaluating Early Warning Reporting data, the Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) found twenty-four (24) field reports involving headlight fires on Freightliner Cascadia trucks, model years 2017 and newer produced by the vehicle manufacturer, Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA). ... Read more
RQ20001
Opened: Aug 31, 2020 , Closed: Jun 26, 2025
SAM Cab Water Intrusion
On August 31, 2020, the Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened a recall query, RQ20001, to investigate the allegations of water intrusion into the truck cab signal-detect and activation module (SAM cab).The investigation further evaluated the effectiveness of the original recall remedy, and th... Read more
PE20006
Opened: May 1, 2020 , Closed: Mar 27, 2024
Intermittent Loss of Power Steering Assist
On May 1, 2020, the Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened PE20006 to investigate complaints of intermittent loss of power steering assist in Daimler Truck North America (DTNA), Volvo Trucks of North America (Volvo) and PACCAR vehicles equipped with a ZF/TRW (TRW) THP60 steering gear. The in... Read more
PE18004
Opened: Apr 23, 2018 , Closed: Nov 22, 2020
PNDB Electrical Power Distribution
On April 23, 2018, the Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened this Preliminary Evaluation (PE18-004) to investigate certain alleged defects affecting the Powernet Distribution Box (PNDB) and associated wiring on certain model year (MY) 2011-2016 Freightliner Cascadia (P3 platform) truck tracto... Read more
RQ17008
Opened: Sep 18, 2017 , Closed: Jul 31, 2018
RQ17 - 008 Closing
On February 26, 2016, Bergstrom Inc. notified NHTSA of a safety defect in approximately 10,819 of its ParkSmart auxiliary electrical temperature management units. These units were installed on Freightliner Cascadia Class 8 trucks that may overheat due to high resistance, resulting in possible fires.... Read more
EA17001
Opened: Apr 3, 2017 , Closed: Apr 8, 2020
Windshield Wiper Motor Failure
On April 3, 2017, the Office of Defects investigation (ODI) opened Engineering Analysis (EA17-001) as an upgrade to a Preliminary Analysis (PE16-005). The investigation focused on alleged windshield wiper failures on 2015-2016 MY Freightliner Cascadia trucks. ODI received Early Warning Reporting (EW... Read more
RQ17001
Opened: Apr 3, 2017 , Closed: Dec 25, 2017
Steering Arm Capscrew Failures
The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened this investigation based on one (1) Vehicle Owner Questionnaire (VOQ) and associated Police Accident Report (PAR) that described a crash where the vehicle had a separated steering linkage at one wheel-end as the result of lower steering arm capscrew f... Read more
PE16005
Opened: Apr 13, 2016 , Closed: Apr 24, 2017
Wiper Motor Failure
On April 13, 2016, the Office of Defects investigation (ODI) opened this Preliminary Evaluation on 2015-2016 MY Freightliner Cascadia trucks, alleging windshield wiper motor failures. The investigation was opened based on EWR field reports describing windshield wipers that intermittently failed to o... Read more
PE11012
Opened: Apr 15, 2011 , Closed: Jun 27, 2011
Fontaine Ultra LT 5th Wheel False Latch
DTNA submitted a 573 Recall notice (11V-289) prior to the IR response date and therefore was granted permission to forgo submission of the IR response.Freightliner reported that Fontaine's TSB issued in March had resulted in the remedy of 55 percent of all subject vehicles with an additional 33% sch... Read more
PE09040
Opened: Aug 31, 2009 , Closed: Nov 19, 2009
RACK AND PINION FAILURE
A CONSUMER COMPLAINT WAS FILED WITH THE AGENCY ON AUGUST 22, 2009, BY AN INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR LEASING A 2009 FREIGHTLINER CASCADIA.THE COMPLAINT ALLEGES THAT IN APRIL OF 2009 AT APPROXIMATELY 50,000 MILES HE EXPERIENCED A SEAL RUPTURE IN THE RACK AND PINION ASSEMBLY.A NEW SEAL WAS INSTALLED AND AT... Read more
FREIGHTLINER CASCADIA - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the FREIGHTLINER CASCADIA across all model years (2002, 2026).
360
Total Recalls
398
Total Complaints
13
Investigations
30
Reported Crashes
28
Reported Fires
12
Reported Deaths
FREIGHTLINER CASCADIA - Year by Year
Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 3 | 2 | View |
| 2025 | 8 | 1 | View |
| 2024 | 2 | 27 | View |
| 2023 | 6 | 18 | View |
| 2022 | 18 | 21 | View |
| 2021 | 20 | 24 | View |
| 2020 | 20 | 47 | View |
| 2019 | 29 | 53 | View |
| 2018 | 26 | 19 | View |
| 2017 | 20 | 11 | View |
| 2016 | 12 | 22 | View |
| 2015 (current) | 18 | 22 | |
| 2014 | 21 | 20 | View |
| 2013 | 19 | 7 | View |
| 2012 | 19 | 27 | View |
| 2011 | 23 | 22 | View |
| 2010 | 23 | 18 | View |
| 2009 | 24 | 24 | View |
| 2008 | 22 | 9 | View |
| 2007 | 12 | 1 | View |
| 2006 | 8 | 2 | View |
| 2005 | 3 | 1 | View |
| 2004 | 2 | 0 | View |
| 2003 | 1 | 0 | View |
| 2002 | 1 | 0 | View |