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2015-2016 Freightliner Cascadia recall: air conditioner

Daimler Trucks North America LLC reported this safety recall on March 9, 2016. It covers about 8,865 vehicles.

vehicles affected
8,865
reported
Mar 9, 2016
owners notified
May 12, 2016

Equipment: appliance: air conditioner

What is wrong
Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Freightliner Cascadia trucks manufactured from March 24, 2014, through November 9, 2015. The affected vehicles are equipped with Bergstrom Parksmart HVAC auxiliary units. On these units, there may be inadequate contact between the electrical connector on the compressor and electrical pins causing a high electrical resistance resulting in excessive heat.
Risk
The overheated connection can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the connector caps. Additionally, dealers will replace the harnesses if there is evidence of heat discoloration. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on May 12, 2016. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1‑800‑547‑0712. DTNA's recall number for this campaign is FL-703.

Recall number 16V143000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 16V143000

Is there a recall on the 2015-2016 Freightliner Cascadia air conditioner?

Yes. Recall 16V143000, reported on March 9, 2016, covers about 8,865 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 16V143000?

DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the connector caps. Additionally, dealers will replace the harnesses if there is evidence of heat discoloration. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on May 12, 2016. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1‑800‑547‑0712. DTNA's recall number for this campaign is FL-703.

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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