2011 Freightliner Cascadia, Freightliner Coronado and others recall: alternator/generator/regulator
Daimler Trucks North America reported this safety recall on February 23, 2011. It covers about 239 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 239
- reported
- Feb 23, 2011
- owners notified
- Apr 26, 2011
- related complaints
- 5
Electrical system: alternator/generator/regulator
- What is wrong
- Daimler trucks is recalling certain model year 2011 freightliner cascadia and conorado and western star 4900 heavy trucks manufactured from april 22, 2010, through january 28, 2011, equipped with an epa10 isx engine. The routing and securing of the alternator cables may allow the cable to contact or nearly contact an engine heat shield potentially damaging the cable insulation.
- Risk
- A positive alternator cable, with damaged insulation, that may contact a grounded component can cause a short circuit that can result in a fire.
- Remedy
- Daimler trucks will notify owners and dealers will inspect the alternator cables for damage to the insulation. Cables with damage to the insulation will be replaced. The cable routing and securing will be modified to ensure sufficient clearence to the heat shield. Repairs will be performed free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin on or about may 27, 2011. Owners may contact daimler trucks at 1‑800‑547‑0712.
Recall number 11V110000
Affected vehicles
- Freightliner Cascadia 2011 2011
- Freightliner Coronado 2011 2011
- Western Star 4900 2011 2011
Owner complaints about the same problem
Owners of these vehicles have filed 5 complaints about electrical problems.
2011 Freightliner Cascadia2011 Freightliner Coronado2011 Western Star 4900
Questions about recall 11V110000
Is there a recall on the 2011 Freightliner Cascadia, Freightliner Coronado and others alternator/generator/regulator?
Yes. Recall 11V110000, reported on February 23, 2011, covers about 239 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 11V110000?
Daimler trucks will notify owners and dealers will inspect the alternator cables for damage to the insulation. Cables with damage to the insulation will be replaced. The cable routing and securing will be modified to ensure sufficient clearence to the heat shield. Repairs will be performed free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin on or about may 27, 2011. 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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