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2018 Freightliner Cascadia Recalls & Complaints

The 2018 Freightliner Cascadia has 26 NHTSA recall campaigns and 10 owner complaints on file as of November 3, 2026. Recall repairs are usually free at an authorized Freightliner dealer.

NHTSA recall and complaint data for the 2018 Freightliner Cascadia. Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.

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2018 Freightliner Cascadia owner complaints

Owners have filed 10 complaints with NHTSA about the 2018 Freightliner Cascadia, describing incidents dated October 11, 2017 to June 10, 2024.

Most-cited components

  • Exterior Lighting 4 complaints
  • Electrical System 2 complaints
  • Service Brakes 2 complaints
  • Unknown or Other 2 complaints
  • Vehicle Speed Control 2 complaints
  • Air Bags 1 complaint

Of the 10 complaints on file, 2 report a crash and 1 a fire; across all 10 complaints, owners report 1 death (owner-reported, not verified by NHTSA).

Newest complaints

  • ODI #11645254 · Filed

    See attached document for complaint.

  • ODI #11526068 · Filed

    The Automatic Emergency Braking System has activated at least 3 different times while I was driving. At each occurrence there was nothing in the roadway or travel lane. The vehicle came to an abrupt stop twice and slammed the brakes on but then released them a moment later once. In each event a very…

  • ODI #11519920 · Filed

    Unsure what system or component failed. Our driver was making a delivery on the morning of 4/29/23. He was parked at the consignee location, engine off, and reported hearing a loud pop sound from the tractor while he was offloading merchandise from the trailer. A fire started under the hood, he…

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NHTSA defect investigations

NHTSA's investigations file lists the 2018 Freightliner Cascadia in 5 investigations. A listed model year means only that an investigation names it; it says nothing about any particular vehicle. An open investigation is not a finding that a safety defect exists, and NHTSA can close one without a recall.

Open and recently closed NHTSA defect investigations

Modulator Valve Corrosion May Cause Brake Pull

NHTSA #23V073000 · Electronic Stability Control (ESC) · NHTSA notice

Reported February 10, 2023 · Daimler Trucks North America, LLC

Potentially affected: 70,167 vehicles

Repair completion: 74.05% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)

Manufacturer campaign FL966 · Owners notified October 13, 2023

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 during braking initiated by Electronic Stability Control (ESC) or Roll Stability Control (RSC).

Safety consequence

Brakes that pull to one side may cause a sudden change in vehicle direction, increasing the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer 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. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL966.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

Corroded Modulator Valve May Cause Brake Pull

NHTSA #22V817000 · Service Brakes, Air — Antilock — Modulator · NHTSA notice

Reported November 1, 2022 · Daimler Trucks North America, LLC

Potentially affected: 219,390 vehicles

Repair completion: 83.58% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)

Manufacturer campaign FL-958 · Owners notified October 16, 2023

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 the front axle may corrode and cause the vehicle to pull to the affected side during an Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) braking event.

Safety 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.

Manufacturer 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's number for this recall is FL-958. This recall expands and replaces previous recall 20V-390. All vehicles previously repaired under recall 20V-390 will need to have the new remedy performed.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

Brake Lights Stay Illuminated After Pedal Release

NHTSA #20V567000 · Exterior Lighting — Brake Lights · NHTSA notice

Reported February 16, 2022 · Daimler Trucks North America LLC

Potentially affected: 128,451 vehicles

Repair completion: 91.07% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)

Manufacturer campaign FL-863 · Owners notified November 19, 2021

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.

Safety 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.

Manufacturer 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 may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-863.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Dislodged Headlight May Cause Fire

NHTSA #21V357000 · Exterior Lighting — Headlights — Bulbs · NHTSA notice

Reported May 14, 2021 · Daimler Trucks North America, LLC

Potentially affected: 72,510 vehicles

Repair completion: 90.99% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)

Manufacturer campaign FL-887 · Owners notified July 9, 2021 · Recall influenced by NHTSA's Office of Defects Investigation

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.

Safety consequence

Melting components can increase the risk of fire.

Manufacturer 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.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

Clutch Failure may Result in Unintended Movement

NHTSA #20V642000 · Power Train — Clutch Assembly · NHTSA notice

Reported October 16, 2020 · Daimler Trucks North America LLC

Potentially affected: 4,329 vehicles

Repair completion: 85.98% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)

Manufacturer campaign FL-865 · Owners notified May 28, 2021

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 move unexpectedly.

Safety consequence

Unintended vehicle movement van increase the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer 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 number for this recall is FL-865.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Corroded Modulator Valve May Cause Brake Pull

NHTSA #20V390000 · Service Brakes, Air — Supply — Quick Release Valve · NHTSA notice

Reported July 2, 2020 · Daimler Trucks North America LLC

Potentially affected: 164,326 vehicles

Repair completion: 90.71% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)

Manufacturer campaign FL-855 · Owners notified August 28, 2020

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 events.

Safety 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.

Manufacturer 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.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Reflective Tape May be Partially Covered/FMVSS 108

NHTSA #20V214000 · Exterior Lighting · NHTSA notice

Reported April 14, 2020 · Daimler Trucks North America LLC

Potentially affected: 63,175 vehicles

Repair completion: 55.7% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)

Manufacturer campaign FL848 · Owners notified May 29, 2020

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 Cascadia, 2006-2008 Freightliner Classic, 2006-2011 Freightliner Century Class, 2006-2010 Freightliner FLD, and 2017 Western Star 5700 vehicles. The rear reflective tape may be partially covered by the mudflap hanger bracket, which may reduce the vehicle's visibility to other drivers on the road. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

Safety consequence

The vehicle's rearward visibility may be reduced, increasing the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer 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.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

ABS Indicator may not Warn of Malfunction/FMVSS

NHTSA #19V711000 · Service Brakes, Air — Antilock — ABS Warning Light · NHTSA notice

Reported October 7, 2019 · Daimler Trucks North America LLC

Potentially affected: 12 vehicles

Repair completion: 81.82% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)

Manufacturer campaign FL-830 · Owners notified December 2, 2019 · Vehicles built October 25, 2017 – August 27, 2019 (per NHTSA)

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 Malfunction indicator not to illuminate. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 121, "Air Brake Systems" and number 136, "Electronic Stability Control Systems on Heavy Vehicles."

Safety 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.

Manufacturer 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.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Insufficient Air Reservoir Volume/FMVSS 121

NHTSA #19V370000 · Service Brakes, Air — Supply — Reservoir/Tank · NHTSA notice

Reported May 14, 2019 · Daimler Trucks North America LLC

Potentially affected: 741 vehicles

Repair completion: 38.87% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)

Manufacturer campaign FL-815 · Owners notified June 25, 2021 · Vehicles built August 3, 2012 – May 22, 2018 (per NHTSA)

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 an insufficient service brake air reservoir capacity. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 121, "Air Brake Systems."

Safety consequence

An insufficient air reservoir volume may reduce brake effectiveness, increasing the risk of crash.

Manufacturer 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.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

ABS Malfunction Light may not Reactivate

NHTSA #19V136000 · Service Brakes, Air — Antilock — ABS Warning Light · NHTSA notice

Reported February 27, 2019 · Daimler Trucks North America LLC

Potentially affected: 14 vehicles

Repair completion: 100% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)

Manufacturer campaign FL-810 · Owners notified April 26, 2019 · Vehicles built October 25, 2017 – July 17, 2018 (per NHTSA)

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 fail to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 121, "Air Brake Systems."

Safety consequence

Unknowingly operating a truck with an ABS malfunction may increase the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer 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.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Driver's Frontal Air Bag May Deploy Unexpectedly

NHTSA #19V066000 · Air Bags — Frontal · NHTSA notice

Reported February 7, 2019 · Daimler Trucks North America LLC

Potentially affected: 3,365 vehicles

Repair completion: 96.08% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)

Manufacturer campaign FL806 · Owners notified July 19, 2019 · Vehicles built September 11, 2017 – January 30, 2019 (per NHTSA)

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.

Safety consequence

If the driver's frontal air bag deploys unexpectedly, it can increase the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer 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. The recall began July 19, 2019. Owners may contact Daimler Trucks customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL806. This recall supersedes recall 18V-787.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov

Steering and Tie Rod Arm Bolts may be Loose

NHTSA #18V913000 · Steering · NHTSA notice

Reported December 19, 2018 · Daimler Trucks North America LLC

Potentially affected: 501 vehicles

Repair completion: 63.07% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)

Manufacturer campaign FL-802 · Owners notified February 9, 2019 · Vehicles built February 10, 2017 – July 21, 2019 (per NHTSA)

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 Detroit Axle axles. The affected vehicles may have loose steering and tie rod arm bolts.

Safety 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.

Manufacturer 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 for this recall is FL-802.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Vehicle may Move after Clutch Component Fails

NHTSA #18V903000 · Power Train — Clutch Assembly · NHTSA notice

Reported December 19, 2018 · Daimler Trucks North America LLC

Potentially affected: 6,795 vehicles

Repair completion: 71.92% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)

Manufacturer campaign FL-803 · Owners notified July 31, 2019 · Vehicles built April 10, 2017 – July 2, 2018 (per NHTSA)

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, possibly resulting in unintended vehicle movement.

Safety consequence

Unintended vehicle movement can increase the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer 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 recall is FL-803.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Brake Lights Remain Activated After Pedal Release

NHTSA #18V742000 · Exterior Lighting — Brake Lights · NHTSA notice

Reported October 19, 2018 · Daimler Trucks North America LLC

Potentially affected: 6,326 vehicles

Repair completion: 94.67% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)

Manufacturer campaign FL-799 · Owners notified January 18, 2019 · Vehicles built June 8, 2016 – June 30, 2017 (per NHTSA)

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.

Safety 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.

Manufacturer 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.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Insufficiently Tightened Brake Caliper Bolts

NHTSA #18V703000 · Service Brakes, Air — Disc — Caliper · NHTSA notice

Reported October 5, 2018 · Daimler Trucks North America LLC

Potentially affected: 5,534 vehicles

Repair completion: 79.82% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)

Manufacturer campaign FL-794 · Owners notified December 3, 2018 · Vehicles built November 1, 2017 – October 16, 2018 (per NHTSA)

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 may have been insufficiently tightened.

Safety consequence

Loose brake caliper mounting bolts can reduce brake effectiveness, increasing the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer 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.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Fuel Line may Burst if Filter Screen Clogs

NHTSA #18V581000 · Engine and Engine Cooling — Engine — Diesel · NHTSA notice

Reported August 30, 2018 · Daimler Trucks North America LLC

Potentially affected: 4,500 vehicles

Manufacturer campaign FL789 · Owners notified November 21, 2018 · Vehicles built March 12, 2016 – August 8, 2018 (per NHTSA)

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 pump cooling circuit screen becomes restricted.

Safety 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.

Manufacturer 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.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Insufficiently Tightened Brake Caliper Bolts

NHTSA #18V525000 · Service Brakes, Air — Disc — Caliper · NHTSA notice

Reported August 9, 2018 · Daimler Trucks North America LLC

Potentially affected: 4,155 vehicles

Repair completion: 86.57% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)

Manufacturer campaign FL-783 · Owners notified October 5, 2018 · Vehicles built January 2, 2017 – July 9, 2018 (per NHTSA)

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.

Safety consequence

Loose brake caliper mounting bolts can reduce brake effectiveness, increasing the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer 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.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Pitman Arms May Fracture

NHTSA #18V522000 · Steering — Gear Box — Shaft Pitman · NHTSA notice

Reported August 8, 2018 · Daimler Trucks North America LLC

Potentially affected: 116 vehicles

Repair completion: 94.83% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)

Manufacturer campaign FL-784 · Owners notified October 5, 2018 · Vehicles built February 9, 2017 – July 30, 2018 (per NHTSA)

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.

Safety consequence

If the pitman arm fractures there would be a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer 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.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

No ABS/ESC lights with Key Cycle/FMVSS 121, 136

NHTSA #18V491000 · Electrical System — Instrument Cluster/Panel · NHTSA notice

Reported July 20, 2018 · Daimler Trucks North America LLC

Potentially affected: 43,584 vehicles

Repair completion: 96.13% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)

Manufacturer campaign FL-780 · Owners notified March 5, 2019 · Vehicles built May 3, 2016 – July 11, 2016 (per NHTSA)

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 too quickly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 121, "Air Brake Systems," and 136, "Electronic Stability Control Systems on Heavy Vehicles."

Safety 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.

Manufacturer 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 notification on September 18, 2018. The recall began March 5, 2019. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-780.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Improperly Torqued Brake Caliper Mounting Bolts

NHTSA #18V411000 · Service Brakes, Air — Disc — Caliper · NHTSA notice

Reported June 15, 2018 · Daimler Trucks North America LLC

Potentially affected: 18,105 vehicles

Repair completion: 95.26% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)

Manufacturer campaign FL-775 · Owners notified August 13, 2018 · Vehicles built January 2, 2017 – May 19, 2018 (per NHTSA)

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.

Safety consequence

If the calipers detach, there would be reduced braking performance, increasing the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer 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.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Improperly Torqued Caliper Mounting Bolts

NHTSA #18V353000 · Service Brakes, Hydraulic — Foundation Components — Disc — Caliper · NHTSA notice

Reported May 29, 2018 · Daimler Trucks North America LLC

Potentially affected: 8,741 vehicles

Repair completion: 75.02% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)

Manufacturer campaign FL-772 · Owners notified September 4, 2018 · Vehicles built January 3, 2017 – October 31, 2017 (per NHTSA)

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 mounting bolts on these vehicles may be insufficiently tightened, allowing the bolts to loosen.

Safety consequence

If the brake caliper mounting bolts loosen, braking performance may be reduced, increasing the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer 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 number for this recall is FL-772.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Frontal Air Bag Fasteners may be Loose

NHTSA #18V300000 · Air Bags — Frontal · NHTSA notice

Reported May 8, 2018 · Daimler Trucks North America LLC

Potentially affected: 1,219 vehicles

Repair completion: 99.51% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)

Manufacturer campaign FL-771 · Owners notified July 9, 2018 · Vehicles built January 2, 2018 – April 16, 2018 (per NHTSA)

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 crash.

Safety consequence

An incorrectly installed air bag may not function correctly in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

Manufacturer 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.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Brake Lights May Not Activate

NHTSA #17V761000 · Exterior Lighting — Brake Lights · NHTSA notice

Reported November 27, 2017 · Daimler Trucks North America LLC

Potentially affected: 438,255 vehicles

Repair completion: 72.15% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)

Manufacturer campaign FL-756 · Owners notified May 9, 2018 · Vehicles built March 27, 2007 – November 21, 2017 (per NHTSA)

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.

Safety 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.

Manufacturer 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.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Shift Lock Bolt may Prevent Downshifting

NHTSA #17V730000 · Power Train — Automatic Transmission · NHTSA notice

Reported November 17, 2017 · Daimler Trucks North America LLC

Potentially affected: 231 vehicles

Repair completion: 89.61% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)

Manufacturer campaign FL-754 · Owners notified February 28, 2018 · Vehicles built June 5, 2017 – November 3, 2017 (per NHTSA)

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.

Safety consequence

If the transmission cannot be shifted out of gear range 7 through 12, the engine may stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer 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.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Loose Upper Pinch Bolt may cause Loss of Steering

NHTSA #17V629000 · Steering · NHTSA notice

Reported October 6, 2017 · Daimler Trucks North America LLC

Potentially affected: 138 vehicles

Repair completion: 97.83% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)

Manufacturer campaign FL-748 · Owners notified October 26, 2017 · Vehicles built August 23, 2016 – July 7, 2017 (per NHTSA)

DO NOT DRIVE — this recall carries a "do not drive" advisory. Contact a Freightliner dealer immediately.

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.

Safety consequence

A loss of steering control increases the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer 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.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Recovery Tow Hooks may Fail

NHTSA #17V452000 · Equipment · NHTSA notice

Reported July 17, 2017 · Daimler Trucks North America LLC

Potentially affected: 2,483 vehicles

Repair completion: 78.77% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)

Manufacturer campaign FL-742 · Owners notified September 14, 2017 · Vehicles built May 22, 2017 – June 20, 2017 (per NHTSA)

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.

Safety consequence

If the tow hook fails without warning during a recovery operation, the sudden release of the vehicle may increase the risk of injury.

Manufacturer 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.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

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