Check a VIN

2002-2017 Freightliner Cascadia, Freightliner Century Class and others recall: equipment

Daimler Trucks North America LLC reported this safety recall on December 15, 2017. It covers about 24,860 vehicles.

vehicles affected
24,860
reported
Dec 15, 2017
owners notified
Apr 11, 2018

Equipment

What is wrong
Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2002-2017 Freightliner Cascadia, Century Class, Columbia and Coronado trucks and Western Star 4700, 4900, 5700, 5900 and 6900 trucks. These vehicles are equipped with Kidde Plastic-Handle or Push Button 'Pindicator' Fire Extinguishers that may become clogged, preventing the extinguisher from discharging as expected or excessive force may be needed to activate the extinguisher. Additionally, in certain models, the nozzle may detach from the valve assembly with enough force that it could cause injury and also render the product inoperable. For a full list of the affected fire extinguisher models visit:
Risk
In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy
DTNA will notify owners, and instruct them to contact Kidde for a replacement fire extinguisher, free of charge. The recall began on April 11, 2018. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1‑800‑547‑0712, or contact Kidde customer service toll-free at 1‑855‑262‑3540, or online at www.kidde.com and click on "Product Safety Recall" for more information. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-759.

Recall number 17V810000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 17V810000

Is there a recall on the 2002-2017 Freightliner Cascadia, Freightliner Century Class and others equipment?

Yes. Recall 17V810000, reported on December 15, 2017, covers about 24,860 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 17V810000?

DTNA will notify owners, and instruct them to contact Kidde for a replacement fire extinguisher, free of charge. The recall began on April 11, 2018. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1‑800‑547‑0712, or contact Kidde customer service toll-free at 1‑855‑262‑3540, or online at www.kidde.com and click on "Product Safety Recall" for more information. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-759.

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.

VIN decoder

See the problems and recalls for an exact car

Buying a used Freightliner Cascadia?

Check the exact car before you pay: accidents, salvage or flood titles, odometer readings and previous owners.

Check its history