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FREIGHTLINER 2018-2019: STEERING:GEAR BOX:SHAFT PITMAN

Reported: August 8, 2018 Initiated: August 8, 2018 #18V522000

Product Description

Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Freightliner Cascadia vehicles. Over time, the pitman arms may crack and fracture.

Reason for Recall

Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Freightliner Cascadia vehicles. Over time, the pitman arms may crack and fracture.

Hazard

If the pitman arm fractures there would be a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the pitman arms, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin October 6, 2018. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-784.

Details

Recalling Firm
FREIGHTLINER
Distribution
United States
Official Source
https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=18V522000

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Freightliner Cascadia vehicles. Over time, the pitman arms may crack and fracture.. Recalled by FREIGHTLINER.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Freightliner Cascadia vehicles. Over time, the pitman arms may crack and fracture.
What should consumers do? ▼
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the pitman arms, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin October 6, 2018. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-784.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the NHTSA on August 8, 2018. Severity: Critical. Recall number: 18V522000.

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