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2008-2010 Freightliner Cascadia recall: software

Daimler Trucks North America reported this safety recall on March 16, 2010. It covers about 490 vehicles.

vehicles affected
490
reported
Mar 16, 2010
owners notified
Aug 4, 2010
related complaints
7

Electrical system: software

What is wrong
Daimler trucks has notified the federal safety agency of a defect in certain model year 2008 through 2010 cascadia equipped with lifeguard rolltek advanced occupant protection system. The lifeguard rolltek is designed to provide additional protection to vehicle occupants in the event of a rollover accident and it may not have been properly installed.
Risk
Reduced effectiveness of the advanced occupant protection system may increase the risk of injury.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and install an additional retainers to ensure the system remains fully functional. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on august 4, 2010. Owners may contact daimler trucks at 1‑800‑547‑0712.

Recall number 10V102000

Affected vehicles

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 7 complaints about electrical problems.

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Questions about recall 10V102000

Is there a recall on the 2008-2010 Freightliner Cascadia software?

Yes. Recall 10V102000, reported on March 16, 2010, covers about 490 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 10V102000?

Dealers will inspect and install an additional retainers to ensure the system remains fully functional. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on august 4, 2010. 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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