CarRecallWatchThe 2010 Freightliner Cascadia has 23 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 12 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 crash, 1 fire.
The most-reported problem area is Electrical System (4 reports).
2010 Freightliner Cascadia recalls
Rear reflective tape may be hidden, reducing visibility to other drivers
On certain heavy trucks, the mudflap hanger bracket may partially cover the rear reflective tape.
Fire extinguisher may fail to discharge or nozzle may detach
Certain heavy trucks are equipped with Kidde plastic-handle or push-button "Pindicator" fire extinguishers that may become clogged.
Brake lights may fail to turn on after hard braking
On certain heavy trucks, the brake light pressure switch may not activate the brake lights when the brake pedal is lightly applied after hard braking.
Trailer lights may fail; electrical short can cause fire
Water can leak into the Signal-detection and Activation Module (SAM) chassis on certain 2007-2011 Freightliner Cascadia trucks built between March 26, 2007, and August 31, 2010.
Most common 2010 Freightliner Cascadia problems
Problem areas named in the 12 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Electrical System | 4 |
| Steering | 4 |
| Engine | 2 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 2 |
| Fuel System, Diesel | 1 |
| Electronic Stability Control (Esc) | 1 |
| Power Train | 1 |
| Visibility | 1 |
| Interior Lighting | 1 |
| Structure | 1 |
What owners report
ON 06/26/2018 I WAS DRIVING IN CHICAGO ON SOUTH WESTERN AVE IT WAS RAININIG THAT NIGHT I PULLED OVER BECAUSE MY 2012 CASCADIA WAS ASKING FOR A REGEN OF THE DEF SYSTEM .. I PULLED OVER IN A SAFE AREA AND STARTED THE REGEN PROCESS. ABOUT 10 MIN IN TO THE REGEN PROCESS ON THE LOWER DRIVER SIDE DASH AREA HEAVY SMOKE AND THE SMELL OF BURNING WIRE WAS NOTICED A FIRE BROKE OUT AT THE FUSE BOX LOCATED ON THE LOWER DRIVER SIDE IT WAS DETERMINED BY INSURANCE COMPANY THAT THESE 2012 CASCADIAS ARE KNOWN FOR LEAKS IN THE CAB AREA CAUSING THE MOISTURE OR WATER TO LEAK IN AND INTERACT OR MAKE CONTACT WITH FUSE BOX AREA CAUSING A FIRE ...
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 FREIGHTLINER CASCADIA. UPON STARTING THE VEHICLE, THE STEERING WHEEL WAS UNABLE TO BE TURNED TO THE LEFT OR RIGHT AND THERE WAS POWER STEERING FLUID ON THE PAVEMENT. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE RACK AND PINION FAILED AND NEEDED REPLACEMENT. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE CONTACT ALSO STATED THAT THE VEHICLE HAD BEEN PREVIOUSLY REPAIRED FOUR TIMES FOR THE SAME FAILURE BY THE SAME INDEPENDENT MECHANIC. A FREIGHTLINER DEALER WAS NOT CONTACTED FOR DIAGNOSTIC TESTING OR REPAIRS. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURES. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 1,000,000.
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 FREIGHTLINER CASCADIA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE INTERIOR AND INSTRUMENTAL PANEL LIGHTING FAILED INTERMITTENTLY. THE DEALER DIAGNOSED THAT WATER PENETRATED THROUGH THE WINDSHIELD AND CAUSED THE SAMCAP MODULE TO FAIL. THE MODULE WAS NOT REPLACED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 4,081.
DPF SYSTEM FRECUENTY REGENERATION ( EVERY DAY AND TAKE 2 HOURS TO CLEAR)AND OIL PUMP PROBLEMS WHEN STOP AT RED LIGHTS ALSO BAD STEER PLOBLEMS BAD KING PINTS
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 FREIGHTLINER CASCADIA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT 70 MPH, ALL THE WARNING LIGHTS ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS MERGED TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD, WHERE THE VEHICLE WAS TURNED OFF AND RESTARTED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS RESTARTED ALL OF THE WARNING LIGHTS WENT AWAY, BUT AFTER DRIVING FOR SEVERAL MINUTES THE WARNING LIGHTS BECAME ILLUMINATED AGAIN. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN FOR DIAGNOSTIC TESTING. THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE SIGNAL DETECTION AND ACTIVATION MODULE HAD MALFUNCTIONED DUE TO WATER GETTING INTO CONTACT WITH THE ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT INCLUDED IN NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 15V127000 (
2010 Freightliner Cascadia questions
Does the 2010 Freightliner Cascadia have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 23 safety recalls for the 2010 Freightliner Cascadia: Rear reflective tape may be hidden, reducing visibility to other drivers; Fire extinguisher may fail to discharge or nozzle may detach; Brake lights may fail to turn on after hard braking; Trailer lights may fail; electrical short can cause fire; Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2010 Freightliner Cascadia?
Based on 12 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Electrical System (4), Steering (4), Engine (2).
How do I check if a recall on my 2010 Freightliner Cascadia has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.