CarRecallWatchThe 2011 Freightliner Cascadia has 23 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 12 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 crash, 2 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Electrical System (5 reports).
2011 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 May Detach From Truck, Raising Crash Risk
Certain heavy trucks with Fontaine Ultra LT fifth wheel connectors may have a locking mechanism that fails to operate or properly engage.
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 2011 Freightliner Cascadia problems
Problem areas named in the 12 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Electrical System | 5 |
| Power Train | 3 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 3 |
| Service Brakes | 2 |
| Engine | 2 |
| Exterior Lighting | 2 |
| Structure | 1 |
| Seats | 1 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 |
| Fuel System, Diesel | 1 |
What owners report
ON 5-24-19, I WAS TRAVELING WEST ON HWY 56, 4 MILES EAST OF HERINGTON KS. SUDDENLY WITHOUT NOTICE, MY ENGINE SHUT OFF, I WAS LEFT WITH A DEAD TRUCK, TRAVELING AT 62 MPH, AND MY TANKER WAS FULLY LOADED, I COULD NOT HOLD THE TRUCK ON THE ROAD, THE RIGHT FRONT TIRE CAUGHT THE SOFT EDGE OF THE ROAD, AND I WAS PULLED INTO THE DITCH, MY SEMI ROLLED AND I WAS PINNED INSIDE THE CAB, EMS PERSONAL WORKED FOR OVER 90 MINUTES TO FREE ME FROM THE WRECKAGE. IM VERY LUCKY TO BE ALIVE, RECOVERY WILL TAKE MONTHS. I WANT TO SEE AN INVESTIGATION INTO THIS PROBLEM, THIS MODEL HAS MANY ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS, BUT WHEN YOU LOOSE EVERYTHING, YOU CRASH. IF YOU ARE DRIVING A FREIGHTLINER CASCADIA I'M PRAYING FOR YO
TRAILER LIGHT NOT WORKING DAMAGED SAM CHASSIS
THIS VEHICLE IT'S HAVING POWER TRAIN PROBLEMS CAUSING THE VEHICLE BEEN HARD TO CONTROL ON THE ROAD PLUS ITS BRAKING WRONG AT TIMES. SOME TIMES IT BRAKE WELL, MOST OF THE TIMES IT DON'T BRAKE. ONGUARD SYSTEM TOO INTRUSIVE MAKING VERY HARD BRAKING IN FALSE ( BRIDGE DETECTED AS STOPED OBJET, ONGUARD IT FULL ALIGNED. TRANSMISSION IT'S NOT SMOOTH AT BACKING OR PULLING SLOWLY. MORE THAN 70,000 DOLLARS INVESTED IN REPAIRS IN A TIME OF 2.5 YEARS AND THE PROBLEMS PERSIST. FREIGHTLINER DEALERS SEEMS CARELESS ABOUT IT AND STATED IT'S NOT FAULT ON IT. AND LAST TIME THEY SAID IT'S A TIRE RELATED PROBLEM BUT THEY DON'T KNOW WHAT AND THEY NOT ABLE TO FIX.
TL* THE CONTACT DROVE A 2011 FREIGHTLINER CASCADIA. THE CONTACT DROVE THE VEHICLE FOR WORK. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE DIESEL ENHANCEMENT FLUID LEVEL COMPONENT FAILED TO WORK PROPERLY, INCLUDING THE SENSOR/WARNING INDICATOR. IN ADDITION, THE SPEEDOMETER FAILED TO FUNCTION AND THE EQUIPMENT WAS NOT FUNCTIONING PROPERLY. THE CONTACT WAS NOT ABLE TO DRIVE THE VEHICLE DUE TO THE FAILURES. THE VEHICLE WAS LEFT AT A TRUCK STOP. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURES. THE VIN AND FAILURE MILEAGE WERE NOT AVAILABLE.
WHEN OUR VEHICLE IS OPERATING AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS THE VEHICLE LOSES ALL POWER AS IF YOU HAD TURNED OFF THE IGNITION SWITCH AND THEN TURNED IT BACK ON. THIS LASTS FOR A FEW SECONDS WHERE TOTAL CONTROL TO THE VEHICLE IS LOST BEFORE IT RESUMES NORMAL WORKING CONDITIONS. WE HAVE SPOKEN TO THE LOCAL FREIGHTLINER DEALER WHO HAS ADVISED US THAT THIS IS A COMMON ISSUE WITH THESE UNITS, HOWEVER, THEY ARE UNAWARE OF WHAT CAUSES THIS ISSUE AND ARE UNABLE TO FIX IT. WE DO NOT CURRENTLY HAVE ANY REPAIR ITEMS TO INCLUDE WITH THIS AS THE DEALER HAS NOT CHARGED US FOR ANY WORK DUE TO THEIR INABILITY TO REPAIR IT. THIS PUTS ANY DRIVER IN A COMPROMISED POSITION AS THEY ARE UNABLE TO CONTROL THEIR TRUCK DURI
2011 Freightliner Cascadia questions
Does the 2011 Freightliner Cascadia have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 23 safety recalls for the 2011 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 May Detach From Truck, Raising Crash Risk; Trailer lights may fail; electrical short can cause fire. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2011 Freightliner Cascadia?
Based on 12 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Electrical System (5), Power Train (3), Fuel/Propulsion System (3).
How do I check if a recall on my 2011 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.