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2008-2009 Freightliner Cascadia recall: air bags

Daimler Trucks North America reported this safety recall on September 23, 2009. It covers about 14 vehicles.

vehicles affected
14
reported
Sep 23, 2009
owners notified
Dec 1, 2009

Air bags

What is wrong
Daimler trucks is recalling certain model year 2008 through 2009 trucks equipped with indiana mills and manufacturing rolltek side-roll protection systems. The sensor designed to detect vehicle roll can malfunction and cause the side airbags to inadvertently deploy.
Risk
Inadvertent deployment of the side airbags could result in a vehicle crash or injury to an out of position occupant.
Remedy
Daimler trucks will inspect to determine if a vehicle contains an affected system and, if so, that system will be replaced free of charge. The recall is expected to begin on or before november 20, 2009. Owners may contact daimler trucks at 1‑800‑547‑0712.

Recall number 09V376000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 09V376000

Is there a recall on the 2008-2009 Freightliner Cascadia air bags?

Yes. Recall 09V376000, reported on September 23, 2009, covers about 14 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 09V376000?

Daimler trucks will inspect to determine if a vehicle contains an affected system and, if so, that system will be replaced free of charge. The recall is expected to begin on or before november 20, 2009. Owners may contact daimler trucks at 1‑800‑547‑0712.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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