2018 FREIGHTLINER CASCADIA
26 recalls, 19 complaints - 1,355 TSBs
23V073000 Feb 10, 2023
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:ANTILOCK:MODULATOR
Defect Description
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2017-2023 Freightliner Cascadia, 2020-2023 Western Star 49X, 2021-2023 Western Star 47X, and 2022 Freightliner 114SD vehicles. The brake modulator valves on the front axle may corrode and cause the vehicle to pull to the affected side du... Read more
Consequence
Brakes that pull to one side may cause a sudden change in vehicle direction, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the front brake modulator valves, as necessary. Some vehicles will have a software update which will alert driver when a replacement is required. All repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning October 13, 2023. Owne... Read more
22V817000 Nov 1, 2022
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL
Defect Description
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2017-2023 Freightliner Cascadia, 2020-2022 Freightliner Business Class M2, and 2022 Freightliner 114SD, and 2020-2023 Western Star 49X, 2021-2023 Western Star 47X, and 2021-2022 Western Star 57X vehicles. The brake modulator valves on th... Read more
Consequence
Brakes that pull to one side during an ACC braking event may cause a sudden change in vehicle direction, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the front brake modulator valves, as necessary. Some vehicles will have a software update which will alert driver when a replacement is required. All repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning October 16, 2023. DTNA... Read more
20V567000 Feb 16, 2022
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS
Defect Description
Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2017-2021 Cascadia P4 vehicles. The brake lights may remain illuminated after the brake pedal has been released.
Consequence
If the brake lights remain illuminated, drivers may be unaware when the truck is actually slowing or stopping, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the 3-pin brake pressure switch with a 2-pin brake pressure switch along with a jumper harness, free of charge. DTNA issued owners an interim notification on November 17, 2020. Owner notification letters were mailed on November 21, 2021. Owners m... Read more
21V357000 May 14, 2021
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS:BULBS
Defect Description
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2017-2022 Freightliner Cascadia vehicles equipped with halogen headlight assemblies. The halogen headlight bulb may dislodge during replacement and contact other vehicle components, possibly causing them to melt.
Consequence
Melting components can increase the risk of fire.
Remedy
Dealers will install a foam grommet, cut a 4-inch access hole into the inner fender, and add a warning label on both fenders, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on July 9, 2021. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-887... Read more
20V642000 Oct 16, 2020
POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY
Defect Description
Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Freightliner Cascadia, Business Class M2, 108SD, 114SD and 122SD and Western Star 4700, 4900 and 5700 vehicles. An internal component within the clutch assembly may fail, which in certain circumstances could allow the vehicle to... Read more
Consequence
Unintended vehicle movement van increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will update the software and replace the clutches, free of charge. DTNA issued owners an interim notification on December 7, 2020. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 28, 2021. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's numbe... Read more
20V390000 Jul 2, 2020
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:SUPPLY:QUICK RELEASE VALVE
Defect Description
Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2017-2021 Freightliner Cascadia tractor trailers. The single brake modulator valve may be affected by chemical corrosion which can slow down the release timing and cause the brakes to pull to the affected side during automatic braking ev... Read more
Consequence
Brakes that pull to one side during automatic braking events may cause a sudden change in vehicle direction, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front left and right single brake modulator valves will be replaced and spacers added, free of charge. The recall began August 28, 2020. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-855.
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.
19V711000 Oct 7, 2019
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:ANTILOCK:ABS WARNING LIGHT
Defect Description
Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2018-2020 Freightliner Cascadia vehicles. The ABS Electronic Control Unit (ECU) may not detect an incorrectly functioning solenoid valve for the ABS/ESC module during certain low voltage start conditions, potentially causing the ABS/ESC ... Read more
Consequence
Without the alert, an operator may not be aware of an active ABS/ESC malfunction and unknowingly operate the vehicle with reduced ABS/ESC function, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the ABS/ESC module, free of charge. The recall began December 2, 2019. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-830.
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.
19V136000 Feb 27, 2019
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:ANTILOCK:ABS WARNING LIGHT
Defect Description
Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Freightliner Cascadia vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the Anti-Lock Braking system (ABS) malfunction warning light may not reactivate after the ignition has been turned off and then switched back on. As such, the vehicles f... Read more
Consequence
Unknowingly operating a truck with an ABS malfunction may increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the ABS module, free of charge. The recall began April 26, 2019. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. The DTNA number for this recall is FL-810.
19V066000 Feb 7, 2019
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
Defect Description
Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2018-2020 Freightliner Cascadia vehicles equipped with an optional steering wheel air bag. The driver's frontal air bag may deploy unexpectedly.
Consequence
If the driver's frontal air bag deploys unexpectedly, it can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA) will notify owners, and dealers will remove the air bag as an the interim remedy, free of charge. DTNA is developing a remedy program, which when available, will be communicated to customers and dealers. DTNA issued owners an interim notification on April 5, 2019... Read more
18V913000 Dec 19, 2018
STEERING
Defect Description
Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Freightliner 114SD, 122SD, 108SD, Cascadia and Business class M2 trucks, Freightliner Custom Chassis XBS, XCL, XCM, MT45, MT55, S2G, S2RV, XCR and XCS custom chassis and Western Star 4700, 4900 and 5700 trucks equipped with Detro... Read more
Consequence
Loose tie rod arm bolts may lead to separation of the tie rod arm, resulting in a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
DTNA has notified owners, and dealers will inspect the steering arm and tie rod arm bolts for to make sure that they are properly tightened, installing new fasteners as necessary, free of charge. The recall began February 9, 2019. Owners may contact Daimler Trucks at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number ... Read more
18V903000 Dec 19, 2018
POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY
Defect Description
Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Freightliner 108SD, 114SD, 122SD, Cascadia, Business Class M2, Western Star 4700, 4900, and 5700 vehicles, equipped with certain Eaton ECA heavy-duty truck clutches. An internal component in the clutch assembly may fail, possibl... Read more
Consequence
Unintended vehicle movement can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will update the software, and repair any physical components, free of charge. DTNA issued owners an interim notification on February 16, 2019. The recall began July 31, 2019. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this ... Read more
18V742000 Oct 19, 2018
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS
Defect Description
Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Freightliner Cascadia vehicles. The brakes lights on these vehicles may remain activated after the brake pedal is released.
Consequence
If the brake lights remain activated, other drivers may be unaware that the vehicle is actually slowing or stopping, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
DTNA will notify owners and dealers will replace the brake light switch. The recall began January 18, 2019. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-799.
18V703000 Oct 5, 2018
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:DISC:CALIPER
Defect Description
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Freightliner 108SD, 114SD, Cascadia, Business Class M2, Freightliner Custom Chassis Corporation S2C 106 Cab, S2G Cab Chassis, XCL, XCM, XBS, XCP, XCR, Western Star 4700, 4900 and 5700 trucks. The brake caliper mounting bolts ma... Read more
Consequence
Loose brake caliper mounting bolts can reduce brake effectiveness, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will check and tighten the brake caliper mounting bolts, free of charge. The recall began December 3, 2018. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-794.
18V581000 Aug 30, 2018
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:DIESEL
Defect Description
Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Freightliner Cascadia, Coronado and 122SD, and Western Star 4900 trucks, equipped with Cummins ISX15 or X15 diesel engines. In certain driving conditions, such as on a long down-hill grade, the fuel line may burst if the fuel pu... Read more
Consequence
If the fuel line bursts, fuel may leak onto the road resulting in a roadway hazard for other motorists. The engine may also stall without warning, resulting in the vehicle's inability to restart, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the affected nylon fuel line with a steel fuel line, free of charge. The recall began November 21, 2018. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712 or Cummins customer service at 1-800-286-6467. DTNA's number for this recall is FL789.
18V525000 Aug 9, 2018
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:DISC:CALIPER
Defect Description
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Freightliner 108SD, 114SD, 122SD, Cascadia, Columbia, Coronado, and Business Class M2 vehicles. During manufacturing, the brake caliper mounting bolts may have been insufficiently tightened.
Consequence
Loose brake caliper mounting bolts can reduce brake effectiveness, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will check and tighten the brake caliper mounting bolts, free of charge. The recall began October 5, 2018. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-783.
18V522000 Aug 8, 2018
STEERING:GEAR BOX:SHAFT PITMAN
Defect Description
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Freightliner Cascadia vehicles. Over time, the pitman arms may crack and fracture.
Consequence
If the pitman arm fractures there would be a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the pitman arms, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin October 6, 2018. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-784.
18V491000 Jul 20, 2018
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
Defect Description
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Freightliner Cascadia trucks. The Instrument Cluster Unit (ICU) may not perform the required bulb checks for the Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) or Electronic Stability Control (ESC) if the ignition is turned from on to off to on ... Read more
Consequence
Without an ABS or ESC bulb check, the operator may unaware that the warning light bulbs are not working. If the warning bulbs are not working, in the event of an ABS or ESC malfunction, the driver may not be notified, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the ICU's to ensure a bulb check is performed each time the ignition is turned on, free of charge. Also, the sub-population with Tire Pressure Monitoring (TMPS) will also require replacement parts, free of charge. DTNA issued owners an interim noti... Read more
18V411000 Jun 15, 2018
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:DISC:CALIPER
Defect Description
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.
18V353000 May 29, 2018
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:CALIPER
Defect Description
Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Freightliner M2 Business Class, 108SD, 114SD and Cascadia trucks, Western Star 4700, 4900, and 5700 trucks, FCCC S2C 106 Cab, S2G Cab, XBR, XBS, XCL, XCM, XCP, XCR, and XCS chassis equipped with air disc brakes. The brake caliper... Read more
Consequence
If the brake caliper mounting bolts loosen, braking performance may be reduced, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the brake caliper mounting bolts and tighten them as necessary, free of charge. DTNA issued owners an interim notification on July 25, 2018. The recall began September 4, 2018. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's num... Read more
18V300000 May 8, 2018
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
Defect Description
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 cr... Read more
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.
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.
17V730000 Nov 17, 2017
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Defect Description
Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2018 Freightliner Cascadia trucks equipped with Detroit automatic transmissions. A shift lock bolt within the transmission can seize, preventing the transmission from being shifted out of gear range 7 through 12.
Consequence
If the transmission cannot be shifted out of gear range 7 through 12, the engine may stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the transmissions and replace the transmission shift bolt, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on February 28, 2018. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-754.
17V629000 Oct 6, 2017
STEERING
Defect Description
Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Freightliner Cascadia vehicles. The upper steering pinch bolt may not have been properly tightened, possibly causing a loss of mechanical connection between the steering wheel and front wheels.
Consequence
A loss of steering control increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will verify that the upper steering shaft pinch bolt is properly tightened, free of charge. The recall began on October 26, 2017. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-748. Note: Owners are advised not... Read more
17V452000 Jul 17, 2017
EQUIPMENT
Defect Description
Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA) is recalling certain 2018 Freightliner Cascadia, M2 Business Class, 114SD, and 122SD trucks, and Western Star 4700 and 5700 trucks. These vehicles have tow hooks used for recovery purposes that may fail during use.
Consequence
If the tow hook fails without warning during a recovery operation, the sudden release of the vehicle may increase the risk of injury.
Remedy
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicle's tow hooks and, depending on their production date codes, will replace them, free of charge. The recall began on September 14, 2017. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-745-8000. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-742.
Complaint Statistics
19 total complaints
3 crashes 3 deaths
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 3 |
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING | 2 |
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | 2 |
| UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 2 |
| FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL | 2 |
| AIR BAGS | 1 |
| SERVICE BRAKES | 1 |
| ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC) | 1 |
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH | 1 |
| SUSPENSION | 1 |
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION:FILTER/SCREEN
Feb 18, 2026
Incident date: Sep 10, 2023
See attached document for complaint.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Feb 18, 2026
Incident date: Sep 10, 2023
See attached document for complaint.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Feb 18, 2026
Incident date: Sep 10, 2023
The contact owns a 2021 Honda CR-V. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the accelerator pedal was depressed, however the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended. The contact became aware of an abnormal sound coming from the engine with several unknown warning lights illum... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Feb 27, 2025
Incident date: Jun 10, 2024
jack stands labeled and marketed at "3 ton" on each stand. However, the manual and safety instructions Page 2 say: " 3 tons (6,000 lb.)*" with "* evenly distributed across two jack stands." This is potentially catastrophically confusing to the consumer, posing serious safety risks. The stands in... Read more
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL
Jun 8, 2023
Incident date: May 1, 2023
I experience multiple and frequent phantom braking events when using the Active Cruise Control. This continues to occur every time I use cruise control, and occurs even on straight empty roads on bright sunny or overcast days, and creates a serious safety issue for any vehicles that are following. T... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Jun 8, 2023
Incident date: May 1, 2023
I experience multiple and frequent phantom braking events when using the Active Cruise Control. This continues to occur every time I use cruise control, and occurs even on straight empty roads on bright sunny or overcast days, and creates a serious safety issue for any vehicles that are following. T... Read more
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL
Jun 8, 2023
Incident date: May 1, 2023
Hard Phantom braking incident when using cruise control with no vehicles ahead or next to me.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
May 1, 2023
Incident date: Apr 29, 2023
The contact owns a 2021 Jeep Cherokee. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the vehicle turned off unintendedly. The contact was able to veer to the side of the roadway. The contact restarted the vehicle and continued driving. The check engine warning light was illuminated. Additional... Read more
SUSPENSION
Feb 6, 2023
Incident date: Jan 1, 2023
On January 6, 2023 I was backing out of a parking space and turning slightly. There was a deafening squeal. The car did not initially make noise when driven forward, but the noise did return with braking, and then also with turning while in Drive. The Tesla service facility has advised that the... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Jul 5, 2022
Incident date: Apr 1, 2022
After experiencing numerous issues with Jost 5th wheels, specifically JSK36N model. The Wear ring bolts (NT0000005) are constantly getting loose making the Wear ring (SK 2105-19) move in the 5th wheel plate, what we consider unsafe. While working on hundreds of trucks we have noticed that this is th... Read more
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH
Sep 28, 2021
Incident date: Sep 4, 2021
Break lights stay on when truck is moving. It confuses drivers following the truck.other motorists would not know whether the truck is slowing down
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Oct 26, 2020
Incident date: Oct 26, 2020
HAD SAME ISSUES ON 2018-2020 FREIGHTLINER CASCADIAS (7 DIFFERENT UNITS), CHASSIS HARNESS RUBBING AGAINST TRANSMISSION AND THE METAL BRACKET BY THE AIR COMPRESSOR. ACTIVE FAULT CODES FOR COOLANT LEVEL , TCS, TRANSMISSION ECU - DRIVERS NOT ABLE TO DRIVE ON AUTOMATIC MODE/ ONLY MANUAL MODE AVAILABLE. O... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Oct 26, 2020
Incident date: Oct 26, 2020
HAD SAME ISSUES ON 2018-2020 FREIGHTLINER CASCADIAS (7 DIFFERENT UNITS), CHASSIS HARNESS RUBBING AGAINST TRANSMISSION AND THE METAL BRACKET BY THE AIR COMPRESSOR. ACTIVE FAULT CODES FOR COOLANT LEVEL , TCS, TRANSMISSION ECU - DRIVERS NOT ABLE TO DRIVE ON AUTOMATIC MODE/ ONLY MANUAL MODE AVAILABLE. O... Read more
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
Oct 26, 2020
Incident date: Oct 26, 2020
HAD SAME ISSUES ON 2018-2020 FREIGHTLINER CASCADIAS (7 DIFFERENT UNITS), CHASSIS HARNESS RUBBING AGAINST TRANSMISSION AND THE METAL BRACKET BY THE AIR COMPRESSOR. ACTIVE FAULT CODES FOR COOLANT LEVEL , TCS, TRANSMISSION ECU - DRIVERS NOT ABLE TO DRIVE ON AUTOMATIC MODE/ ONLY MANUAL MODE AVAILABLE. O... Read more
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Oct 24, 2020
Incident date: Oct 21, 2020
THE BRAKE LIGHTS STAY ON CONTINUOUSLY, EVEN WHEN THE TRUCK IS SHUT DOWN
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Dec 30, 2019
Incident date: Dec 6, 2018
BRAKE LIGHTS REMAIN ON DUE TO A FAILING BRAKE PRESSURE SWITCH.
AIR BAGS
Oct 12, 2018
Incident date: Oct 11, 2017
SEMI WAS TRAVELING WESTBOUND ON INTERSTATE 80 WHEN IT ENTERED NORTH DITCH OF THE ROADWAY. SEMI ROLLED AT LEAST ONCE AFTER ENTERING DITCH. DRIVER WAS EJECTED FROM THE VEHICLE WHILE IT WAS ROLLING. IT CAME TO REST ON PASSENGER SIDE FACING WESTBOUND. DRIVER WAS PRONOUNCED DEAD AT HOSPITAL. AT THE SCEN... Read more
Crash
1 deaths
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Oct 12, 2018
Incident date: Oct 11, 2017
SEMI WAS TRAVELING WESTBOUND ON INTERSTATE 80 WHEN IT ENTERED NORTH DITCH OF THE ROADWAY. SEMI ROLLED AT LEAST ONCE AFTER ENTERING DITCH. DRIVER WAS EJECTED FROM THE VEHICLE WHILE IT WAS ROLLING. IT CAME TO REST ON PASSENGER SIDE FACING WESTBOUND. DRIVER WAS PRONOUNCED DEAD AT HOSPITAL. AT THE SCEN... Read more
Crash
1 deaths
SERVICE BRAKES
Oct 12, 2018
Incident date: Oct 11, 2017
SEMI WAS TRAVELING WESTBOUND ON INTERSTATE 80 WHEN IT ENTERED NORTH DITCH OF THE ROADWAY. SEMI ROLLED AT LEAST ONCE AFTER ENTERING DITCH. DRIVER WAS EJECTED FROM THE VEHICLE WHILE IT WAS ROLLING. IT CAME TO REST ON PASSENGER SIDE FACING WESTBOUND. DRIVER WAS PRONOUNCED DEAD AT HOSPITAL. AT THE SCEN... Read more
Crash
1 deaths
Technical Service Bulletins, 2018 FREIGHTLINER CASCADIA
1,355 manufacturer communications from 831 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 241 |
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 155 |
| 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 119 |
| 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL | 92 |
| 100000 POWER TRAIN | 85 |
| 060000 ENGINE (PWS) | 54 |
| 356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY | 36 |
| 130000 VISIBILITY | 36 |
TSB30-013-FTL
Mar 19, 2024
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Technical Service Bulletin for Off-Road/Low Traction Throttle Parameter Update
SF673
Mar 7, 2024
350000 EQUIPMENT
Field Service Campaign for Common Telematics Platform (CTP) Installation and Initialization
TSB30-013-FTL
Feb 20, 2024
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Technical Service Bulletin for Off-Road/Low Traction Throttle Parameter Update
ICI24-006
Feb 20, 2024
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Important Campaign Information letter for FL974 - Revised Bulletin & Population
FL974
Feb 20, 2024
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Revised Emissions Recall: Cummins DEF Sensor Shortage. REVISION: Some vehicles formerly in Group F have been moved to Group G and have been assigned a new part number as specified in Table 1. An SRT for 'Calibration Code Only: Update or Con
FL974
Jan 19, 2024
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Emissions Recall: Cummins DEF Sensor Shortage
SF672_V4
Nov 3, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
Revised Field Service Campaign for Common Telematics Platform Software Update
SF672_V4
Nov 3, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Revised Field Service Campaign for Common Telematics Platform Software Update
SB60-178
Oct 11, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
Service Bulletin for Relocating the Bluetooth Microphone
FP31-031
Aug 11, 2023
160000 STRUCTURE
Freightliner Parts Bulletin for Aero Bumper Air Dam Part Supersession
SB54-338
Jul 13, 2023
130000 VISIBILITY
Revised Service Bulletin for Updating HVAC ECU Software to Fix Front HVAC Evaporator Freezing and Improve Espar Heater Cool Down. Description of Revisions: This bulletin replaces the version dated December 2021. The general information and
SF672
Jun 2, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
Field Service Campaign for Common Telematics Platform Software Update
SF672
Jun 2, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Field Service Campaign for Common Telematics Platform Software Update
SB54-358
Apr 3, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
Revised Freightliner Service Bulletin for Converting CTP1 to CTP2. Description of Revisions: This bulletin replaces the version dated 11/28/2022. The CTP replacement part number has been updated.
SB54-358
Apr 3, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Revised Freightliner Service Bulletin for Converting CTP1 to CTP2. Description of Revisions: This bulletin replaces the version dated 11/28/2022. The CTP replacement part number has been updated.
SB54-358
Nov 28, 2022
350000 EQUIPMENT
Freightliner Service Bulletin for Converting CTP1 to CTP2.
SB54-358
Nov 28, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Freightliner Service Bulletin for Converting CTP1 to CTP2.
MYCOM_11012022
Nov 1, 2022
350000 EQUIPMENT
My Communications for SF625 and SF657 Pre-Flashed USB Tools. The download files for SF625 and SF657 are no longer available in our download center. In order to perform these updates you will need to order the Pre-Flashed USB tools from the
MYCOM_11012022
Nov 1, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
My Communications for SF625 and SF657 Pre-Flashed USB Tools. The download files for SF625 and SF657 are no longer available in our download center. In order to perform these updates you will need to order the Pre-Flashed USB tools from the
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.
SS3109-FTL2022
Sep 28, 2022
180000 VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Service Solution for New Cascadia Low PowerComplaint. When additional floor heat insulation is ordered, the throttle pedal in some cases (when the throttle is fully depressed) may not reach 100% (full throttle). This can also occur if after
SF625
Sep 19, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Revised Freightliner Service Bulletin version 3 for Freightliner Cascadia 3G to 4G Common Telematics Platform (CTP) Update. Newest Revision: A screenshot of the DiagnosticLink image shown in Fig. 40, on page 31, with the message ??A?A?Activ
ICI22-042
Sep 19, 2022
350000 EQUIPMENT
Important Campaign Information Letter for SF625 Revised Work Instructions/Screenshot Requirement. Newest Revision: A screenshot of the DiagnosticLink image shown in Fig. 40, on page 31 of the work instructions, with the message 'Activation
SS3107-FTL2022
Aug 29, 2022
350000 EQUIPMENT
Service Solution for New Cascadia Replacing Common Telematics Platform (CTP) 1 With a CTP2
SS3076-FTL2022
Jul 28, 2022
130000 VISIBILITY
Main Mirror Arm Covers Loose - Falling Off. Lower arm covers designs have clips that hold the cover on but over time the clips can fail and allow the covers to become loose or fall off.
SB54-356
Jul 1, 2022
130000 VISIBILITY
Revised Freightliner Service Bulletin for HVAC Software Updates. Description of Revisions: This bulletin replaces the version dated 06/21/2022. Formatting errors have been corrected.
SS1034544
Jun 30, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Service Solution for SSAM Fault 520197/31 - MQ SwitchMalfunction Troubleshooting
SB54-356
Jun 20, 2022
130000 VISIBILITY
Freightliner Service Bulletin for HVAC Software Updates
SS3102-FTL2022
May 31, 2022
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Service Solution for 100/120/130 Gallons Fuel Tanks interference/rubbing with fairing bracket.
SF625REV2
May 27, 2022
350000 EQUIPMENT
Revised Field Service Campaign for Freightliner Cascadia 3G to 4G Common Telematics Platform (CTP) Update. REVISION: The work instructions have been updated with additional information regarding the USB flash drive, USB adapter, and the sof
ICI22-022
May 24, 2022
350000 EQUIPMENT
Important Campaign Information for SF625 ??A?A? Revised Work Instructions. This letter is to inform you that the work instructions for SF625 have been updated with additional information regarding the USB flash drive, USB adapter, and the s
SF611REV2
May 17, 2022
350000 EQUIPMENT
Revised Field Service Campaign for Cascadia CTP Reset. Certain vehicles equipped with DTNAs proprietary Common Telematics Platform (CTP) are not communicating; therefore they are unable to benefit from over-the-air software updates. The CTP
SF611REV2
May 17, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Revised Field Service Campaign for Cascadia CTP Reset. Certain vehicles equipped with DTNAs proprietary Common Telematics Platform (CTP) are not communicating; therefore they are unable to benefit from over-the-air software updates. The CTP
SB54-348
May 10, 2022
100000 POWER TRAIN
Updated Freightliner Service Bulletin for Meritor Rear Axle Temperature Parameters. This bulletin replaces the version dated 1/22/2022. The build date in General Information has been added.
CALFTL54-024
May 2, 2022
350000 EQUIPMENT
Customer Advisory Letter for Cascadia CTP Not Communicating: Requires Reset.
CALFTL54-024
May 2, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Customer Advisory Letter for Cascadia CTP Not Communicating: Requires Reset.
CALFTL54-023
May 2, 2022
350000 EQUIPMENT
Customer Advisory Letter for Cascadia CTP Not Communicating: Requires Reset.
CALFTL54-023
May 2, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Customer Advisory Letter for Cascadia CTP Not Communicating: Requires Reset.
SS1034428-FTL22
Apr 25, 2022
260000 FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
Service Solution for Cummins Engine andWABCO OnGuard (Obtaining Cruise When AdaptiveCruise Is Interrupted). Interruption of the forward radar system results in loss of both standard and adaptive cruise functions. The OnGuard system will rec
FP60-055
Apr 20, 2022
130000 VISIBILITY
Freightliner Parts Technical Bulletin for TufGlass Windshield Replacement. Effective April 20, 2022, owners of New Cascadia vehicles have the option of replacing factory-installed standard windshields with L20 TufGlass windshields.
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
SF625
Mar 30, 2022
350000 EQUIPMENT
Freightliner Service Bulletin for Freightliner Cascadia 3G to 4G Common Telematics Platform (CTP) Update
SB26-054
Mar 28, 2022
100000 POWER TRAIN
Revised Freightliner Service Bulletin for DT12 Transmission Control Harness Chafing the Transmission Control Module
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
SB54-350
Feb 21, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Freightliner Service Bulletin for Battery Load Disconnect Switch Installation. Cab load disconnect switches (CLDS), also known as positive load disconnect, installed on selected vehicles can reduce battery drain when the vehicle is not oper
SB49-042
Feb 15, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Freightliner Service Bulletin for DEF Connector Reinforcement Caps.
SB32-056
Feb 4, 2022
020000 SUSPENSION
Freightliner Service Bulletin for Front Spring Eye Bushing Replacement
SS3076-FTL2022
Jan 31, 2022
130000 VISIBILITY
Main Mirror Arm Covers Loose - Falling Off. Lower arm covers designs have clips that hold the cover on but over time the clips can fail and allow the covers to become loose or fall off.
SB54-348
Jan 21, 2022
100000 POWER TRAIN
Meritor Rear Axle Temperature Parameters On Cascadia vehicles equipped with Meritor drive axles, the high temperature warning parameter is set too low for some applications, for vehicles equipped with synthetic oil, and for certain conditi
ICI21-038
Dec 22, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
Important Campaign Information Letter for SF576 a?? Reactivated and Termination Date Extended.
SB26-054
Dec 7, 2021
100000 POWER TRAIN
DT12 Transmission Control Harness Chafing the Transmission Control Module. Classic and New Cascadia vehicles equipped with DT12 transmissions, built from approximately January 2017 to mid-March 2021, may experience rubbing/chafing on the ch
SS3083-FTL2021
Nov 23, 2021
020000 SUSPENSION
Service Solution for Aero Height Control Interfering with RDF Alignment. The Aerodynamic Height Control feature on the New Cascadia is a feature that raises and lowers the air suspension with relation to vehicle speed in order to reduce dra
SS3076-FTL2021
Nov 23, 2021
130000 VISIBILITY
Updated Service Solution for Main Mirror Arm Covers Loose -Falling Off. Lower arm covers designs have clips that hold the cover on but over time the clips can fail and allow the covers to become loose or fall off.
SS3091-FTL 2021
Sep 15, 2021
270000 LANE DEPARTURE
Service Solution for Damaged SGA Wires at GrabHandle Located on Right A Pillar. The field had reported failed VRDU modules related to wires damage for the SGA.
CTP1Updates
Sep 13, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
DetroitConnect follow-up customer communication for certain vehicles unable to complete over the air updates including parameters and DDEC over the air.
MYCOM_091321-3
Sep 13, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
My Communication for Detroit Connect Over the Air Issue Update. This is an update for the previously communicated Over the Air functionality issue on CTP1s. We are currently testing a solution for the issue that is affecting these CTP1 tele
SS3085FTL-2021
Aug 19, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
Service Solution for Cummins PTO functionality error software level 81Z-006. Cascadia/Western Star 49X with Cummins engines combined with software level 81Z-006. A programming bug in the central gateway (CGW) for software level 81Z-006 will
SB54-345
Aug 18, 2021
100000 POWER TRAIN
Freightliner Service Bulletin for Detroit New Final Drive (NFD) Rear Axle Temperature Parameters. Some New Cascadia trucks equipped with Detroit Diesel New Final Drive (NFD) axles have a high temperature warning parameter. The warning is se
SS1034216
Aug 10, 2021
260000 FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
Service Solution for Detroit Assurance Radar Front End Shipping Label. It has been reported that in some cases shipping labels may have been affixed to the inside center of the front cover on aftermarket parts. The shipping label has since
SB54-347
Jul 22, 2021
130000 VISIBILITY
Freightliner Service Bulletin for Rain Sensor not Detecting Material on the Windshield. The rain light sensor (RLS) requires proper mounting and clear windshield visibility for auto wipe to function properly. It is always recommended when c
SS2083FTL2021
Jul 16, 2021
020000 SUSPENSION
Service Solution for Aero Height Control Interfering with RDF Alignment and 42/523004/13 and 232/524042/9 Active for vehicles equipped with Hadley Smart Valve. The Aerodynamic Height Control feature on the New Cascadia is a feature that rai
SS3082FTL2021
Jul 16, 2021
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Service Solution for New Cascadia Fuel Sending Unit Connector Loose.
SS3081FTL2021
Jul 14, 2021
270000 LANE DEPARTURE
Service Solution for VRDU Fault Code 232/524000/19and 232/524049/19 a?? ECU CPC Data Error. This VRDU code typically sets after the VRDU gets reprogrammed and parameters to clear out. To prevent this from happening in the future, follow the
SS3081FTL2021
Jul 14, 2021
260000 FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
Service Solution for VRDU Fault Code 232/524000/19and 232/524049/19 a?? ECU CPC Data Error. This VRDU code typically sets after the VRDU gets reprogrammed and parameters to clear out. To prevent this from happening in the future, follow the
SB54-344
Jun 2, 2021
260000 FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
Freightliner Service Bulletin for Detroit Assurance 4.0 Software v20.05. Cascadia trucks built from January 1, 2017 through September 9, 2019 and equipped with Detroit Assurance correctly initiate an active brake assist (ABA) event when a v
SB54-334
Jun 1, 2021
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Freightliner Service Bulletin for Detroit Assurance 4.0 Software v20.05. New Cascadia trucks built from January 1, 2017 through September 9, 2019 and equipped with Detroit Assurance correctly initiate an active brake assist (ABA) event when
SB54-334
Jun 1, 2021
260000 FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
Freightliner Service Bulletin for Detroit Assurance 4.0 Software v20.05. New Cascadia trucks built from January 1, 2017 through September 9, 2019 and equipped with Detroit Assurance correctly initiate an active brake assist (ABA) event when
TechTalk566980
May 26, 2021
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
TechTalk Discussion GHG 17 Regens not Completing
TechTalk15099
May 13, 2021
180000 VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Tech Talk discussion on new Cascadia cruise not working.
TechTalk18660
May 13, 2021
100000 POWER TRAIN
Tech Talk discussion on New Cascadia JJ8477 Secondary Air Pressure Drops in 10th Gear.
CALFTL42-004
May 12, 2021
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Customer Advisory Letter for Drive Axle Drum Brake S-Cam U-Bolt Replacement.
CALFTL42-004
May 12, 2021
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Customer Advisory Letter for Drive Axle Drum Brake S-Cam U-Bolt Replacement.
CALFTL42-004
May 12, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
Customer Advisory Letter for Drive Axle Drum Brake S-Cam U-Bolt Replacement.
CALFTL42-004
May 12, 2021
030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Customer Advisory Letter for Drive Axle Drum Brake S-Cam U-Bolt Replacement.
SB60-175
Apr 27, 2021
130000 VISIBILITY
Freightliner Service Bulletin for Auxiliary Mirror Vibration. Cascadia trucks built from January 1, 2017 through June 16, 2020 may be equipped with auxiliary mirrors that vibrate or wobble. A service kit (part number 22-77791-500) is availa
SB54-322
Apr 26, 2021
130000 VISIBILITY
Updated Freightliner Service Bulletin for Adjusting Automatic Temperature Control Range with Optimized Idle. This bulletin replaces the version dated 12/06/2019. Tables 3 and 4 have been updated. Steps to change and match HVAC desired setti
SS3076-FTL2021
Apr 23, 2021
130000 VISIBILITY
Service Solution for P4 Main Mirror Arm Covers Loose - Falling Off. Lower arm cover designs have clips that hold the cover on but over time the clips can fail and allow the covers to become loose or fall off.
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.
CALFTL54-016
Apr 23, 2021
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Customer Advisory Letter for Battery Cable Access (BCA) 29A Cable Inspection.
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
16TS-08REV
Apr 19, 2021
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Detroit Technical Service Letter for DD13 Cylinder Head and Cylinder Head Gasket Change.
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
TechTalk566085K
Apr 6, 2021
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Tech talk discussion on HC DOSER WILL NOT ACTIVATE DURING REGEN.
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.
CTP1Updates
Mar 29, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
DetroitConnect customer communication for certain vehicles unable to complete over the air updates including parameters and DDEC over the air.
CALFTL54-004
Mar 26, 2021
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Customer Advisory Letter for Customer Access to Fused Battery Power and Ground inside a Cascadia Cab vehicles built without a cab load disconnect switch (CLDS).
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.
SB54-338
Mar 23, 2021
130000 VISIBILITY
Updated Freightliner Service Bulletin for Updating HVAC ECU Software to Fix Front HVAC Evaporator Freezing and Improve Espar Heater Cool Down. This bulletin replaces the version dated 03/03/2021. Information on software versions and the num
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
SS3071FTL2021
Mar 19, 2021
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Service Solution for New Cascadia Maintenance Indicator Issues. Some customers have reported incorrect or undesired pop up messages occurring in the ICC5 display and have requested field correction.
SS3070FTL2021
Mar 19, 2021
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Service Solution for P4 New Cascadia Side Guard Radar Harness Moisture Intrusion. The 6-pin connector located at the side radar can show signs of water intrusion if wires are strained at the connector. Wires without strain relief can allow
SS3070FTL2021
Mar 19, 2021
270000 LANE DEPARTURE
Service Solution for P4 New Cascadia Side Guard Radar Harness Moisture Intrusion. The 6-pin connector located at the side radar can show signs of water intrusion if wires are strained at the connector. Wires without strain relief can allow
CALFTL49-003
Mar 18, 2021
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Customer Advisory Letter for DEF Header Replacement.
CALFTL54-010REV3
Mar 17, 2021
046600 SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:ANTILOCK:ABS WARNING LIGHT
Revised Customer Advisory Letter for ABS Warning Light Illumination with ABS code SA 11, SPN 629, FMI 11. REVISED: This CAL revises the CAL issued August 10th, 2020. Western Star 49X vehicles have been added to the CAL scope and instruction
SB49-038
Mar 16, 2021
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Revised Freightliner Service Bulletin for netized Fill Neck for Six-Gallon DEF Tanks. A design change removed the magnets from the fill necks for some 6-gallon diesel exhaust fluid (DEF) tanks. If the vehicle is equipped with a non-magnetic
D21M3
Mar 16, 2021
100000 POWER TRAIN
Detroit Field Service Campaign for DT12 Gear Grind During Downshift Software Update.
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
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
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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 (current) | 26 | 19 | |
| 2017 | 20 | 11 | View |
| 2016 | 12 | 22 | View |
| 2015 | 18 | 22 | View |
| 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 |