2018-2019 Freightliner Cascadia recall: caliper

Daimler Trucks North America LLC reported this safety recall on June 15, 2018. It covers about 18,105 vehicles.

vehicles affected: 18,105
reported: Jun 15, 2018
owners notified: Aug 13, 2018
related complaints: 14

Service brakes, air: disc: caliper

What is wrong: Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Freightliner Cascadia vehicles. The brake caliper mounting bolts on these vehicles may not been properly tightened, potentially resulting in the caliper detaching.
Risk: If the calipers detach, there would be reduced braking performance, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the brake caliper mounting bolts, tightening them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on August 13, 2018. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1‑800‑547‑0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-775.

Recall number 18V411000

Affected vehicles

Freightliner Cascadia 2018-2019 2018 2019

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 14 complaints about brakes problems.

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Questions about recall 18V411000

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

Yes. Recall 18V411000, reported on June 15, 2018, covers about 18,105 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 18V411000?

DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the brake caliper mounting bolts, tightening them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on August 13, 2018. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1‑800‑547‑0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-775.

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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