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NHTSARecalled Jun 15, 2018 · #18V411000

Improperly Torqued Brake Caliper Mounting Bolts

Hazard

Vehicle safety defect

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Description

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. If the calipers detach, there would be reduced braking performance, increasing the risk of a crash.

Product details

Product
  • Improperly Torqued Brake Caliper Mounting Bolts
  • 2018-2019 Freightliner Cascadia
Type
Vehicle
Manufacturer
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC
Model numbers
UPCs

What you should do

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.

View the official CPSC notice