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NHTSARecalled Oct 6, 2017 · #17V629000

Loose Upper Pinch Bolt may cause Loss of Steering

Hazard

Vehicle safety defect, Do not drive

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Description

Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Freightliner Cascadia vehicles. The upper steering pinch bolt may not have been properly tightened, possibly causing a loss of mechanical connection between the steering wheel and front wheels. A loss of steering control increases the risk of a crash.

Product details

Product
  • Loose Upper Pinch Bolt may cause Loss of Steering
  • 2017-2018 Freightliner Cascadia
Type
Vehicle
Manufacturer
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC
Model numbers
UPCs

What you should do

DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will verify that the upper steering shaft pinch bolt is properly tightened, free of charge. The recall began on October 26, 2017. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-748. Note: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until they have been checked.

View the official CPSC notice