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2018-2019 Freightliner Cascadia recall: frontal

Daimler Trucks North America LLC reported this safety recall on May 8, 2018. It covers about 1,219 vehicles.

vehicles affected
1,219
reported
May 8, 2018
owners notified
Jul 9, 2018
related complaints
1

Air bags: frontal

What is wrong
Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Freightliner Cascadia vehicles. The fasteners that secure the driver's air bag module within the steering wheel may not have been installed to specification, possibly affecting the frontal air bag deployment in the event of a crash.
Risk
An incorrectly installed air bag may not function correctly in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the frontal air bag fasteners, tightening them to the proper specification, free of charge. The recall began on July 9, 2018. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1‑800‑547‑0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-771.

Recall number 18V300000

Affected vehicles

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 1 complaints about airbags problems.

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Questions about recall 18V300000

Is there a recall on the 2018-2019 Freightliner Cascadia frontal?

Yes. Recall 18V300000, reported on May 8, 2018, covers about 1,219 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 18V300000?

DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the frontal air bag fasteners, tightening them to the proper specification, free of charge. The recall began on July 9, 2018. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1‑800‑547‑0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-771.

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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