Reliability & 5-year cost of ownership — 2021 Freightliner Cascadia
NHTSA data on file today
The 2021 Freightliner Cascadia has 21 NHTSA recall campaigns and 15 owner complaints on file as of . Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
Newest 20 recall campaigns on file
- NHTSA #26V583000 Modulator Valve Corrosion May Cause Brake Pull NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #23V299000 Vehicle May Understeer/FMVSS 136 NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #23V208000 Hazard Warning Lights Flash Improperly/FMVSS 108 NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #23V073000 Modulator Valve Corrosion May Cause Brake Pull NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #22V919000 Incompatible Tires and Rims/FMVSS 120 NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #22V817000 Corroded Modulator Valve May Cause Brake Pull NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #20V567000 Brake Lights Stay Illuminated After Pedal Release NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #21V965000 Fuel Tubes May Crack and Leak Fuel NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #21V689000 Drag Link May Separate NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #21V481000 Battery Cable May Break and Cause Engine Stall NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #21V369000 Loose Tie Rod Clamps NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #21V357000 Dislodged Headlight May Cause Fire NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #21V256000 Steering Arm and Tie Rod Bolts May Fracture NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #21V209000 Clutch Flange May Break NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #21V073000 Flywheel Capscrews Not Tightened Properly NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #21V018000 Caliper Mounting Bolt Not Tightened Properly NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #21V007000 Tire Tread Separation/Blowout NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #20V742000 Clutch Flange may Break NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #20V660000 Steer Axle Spindle Nut Snap-Ring Installation NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #20V390000 Corroded Modulator Valve May Cause Brake Pull NHTSA notice
Most-cited components in owner complaints
- Tires 6 complaints
- Forward Collision Avoidance 4 complaints
- Service Brakes 3 complaints
- Electrical System 2 complaints
- Steering 2 complaints
- Suspension 2 complaints
Of the 15 complaints on file, 1 reports a crash; across all 15 complaints, owners report 7 injuries (owner-reported, not verified by NHTSA).
Below average
Estimated 5-year repair + maintenance cost: $18,000–$30,000AI estimate — not from NHTSA data
The 2021 Freightliner Cascadia has recurring issues with the electronic stability control system and brake modulator valves, causing instability and braking concerns. Recalls and complaints further highlight problems with the steering systems, tires, and clutch, which could lead to significant repair costs and downtime.
Most-common failures
| Part | Typical mileage (AI estimate) | Cost range (AI estimate) | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electronic Stability Control | 40,000–75,000 miles | $800–$1,500 | very common |
| Brake Modulator Valves | 30,000–60,000 miles | $1,000–$1,800 | common |
| Tires | 20,000–50,000 miles | $400–$1,200 | common |
| Clutch Assembly | 50,000–80,000 miles | $1,500–$2,500 | occasional |
| Steering Linkages | 45,000–85,000 miles | $900–$1,700 | occasional |
AI estimate — not from NHTSA data: the mileage bands and repair-cost ranges above. Get a written repair quote before you budget.
Scheduled maintenance to budget
Routine items every owner should plan for.
- Oil and filter change
- Inspect brake system
- Rotate and balance tires
- Inspect steering components
- Replace air filters
- Flush coolant system
- Transmission fluid change
Warning signs to watch for
Symptoms that signal a major upcoming repair.
- Unstable handling or pulling
- Brake lights stay on
- Vibrations in steering wheel
- Loss of electrical power
- Clutch slipping or noise
Generated by gpt-4o on from the NHTSA recall campaigns and owner-complaint counts on file for the 2021 Freightliner Cascadia at the time. The rating is an AI assessment; cost and mileage figures are AI estimates, not NHTSA data.