NHTSA Campaign 17V629000

STEERING

Issued by Daimler Trucks North America LLC · Reported Oct 6, 2017 · 138 vehicles affected

What's wrong

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 to drive their vehicles until they have been checked.

Vehicles affected by this recall

Make Model Year Units
FREIGHTLINER CASCADIA 2017 138
FREIGHTLINER CASCADIA 2018 138

Source: NHTSA Campaign 17V629000 on nhtsa.gov. To check the current repair status for a specific vehicle, use our free VIN decoder.