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2017 Freightliner Cascadia and Western Star 5700 recall: axle assembly

Daimler Trucks North America LLC reported this safety recall on May 11, 2017. It covers about 698 vehicles.

vehicles affected
698
reported
May 11, 2017
owners notified
Jul 7, 2017

Power train: axle assembly

What is wrong
Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2017 Freightliner Cascadia and Western Star 5700 trucks built with NFD tandem rear axles. During the hardening process, the axle assembly output shaft may have been made brittle, possibly resulting in the output shaft fracturing while the vehicle is in use.
Risk
If output shaft fractures while descending a grade, the compression braking will be ineffective. Additionally, large debris may land in the road. Both scenarios increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
DTNA will notify the owners, and Detroit Axle dealers will replace the output shaft, free of charge. The recall began on July 7, 2017. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1‑800‑547‑0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-738.

Recall number 17V315000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 17V315000

Is there a recall on the 2017 Freightliner Cascadia and Western Star 5700 axle assembly?

Yes. Recall 17V315000, reported on May 11, 2017, covers about 698 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 17V315000?

DTNA will notify the owners, and Detroit Axle dealers will replace the output shaft, free of charge. The recall began on July 7, 2017. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1‑800‑547‑0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-738.

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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