CarRecallWatchThe 2016 Freightliner Cascadia has 12 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 12 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 crash, 3 fires, 1 injury.
The most-reported problem area is Engine (4 reports).
2016 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.
Insufficient air brake reservoir may reduce braking, raising crash risk
Some heavy trucks may have an air brake reservoir (tank) that is too small to meet federal brake standards.
Tie Rod Can Fail, Causing Loss of Steering Control
Certain trucks with Hendrickson 5-inch drop axles may have a front axle, brake lining, and brake spider combination that causes high vibrations during braking.
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.
Loose Steering Tie Rod Can Cause Total Loss of Steering
A castellated nut on the steer axle may not have been properly torqued, which can allow the tie rod to loosen.
Road Spray Can Short Circuit Power Module, Raising Fire Risk
Certain 2013-2017 Freightliner Cascadia trucks built between September 24, 2012 and May 27, 2015 with compressed natural gas (CNG) engines have a Power Distribution Module (PDM) mounted near the CNG fuel tank.
Front Wheel Hubs May Fail, Causing Wheel Separation
Certain heavy-duty trucks built between March 2013 and July 2016 are equipped with aluminum non-high capacity front axle hubs that may be too weak for the front axle weight rating specified for the vehicle.
Loose HVAC Connector Can Overheat and Cause Fire
Certain Freightliner Cascadia trucks may have an HVAC auxiliary unit with a compressor electrical connector that does not make adequate contact with its pins.
Engine May Stall Without Warning, Raising Crash Risk
Certain 2016 heavy-duty trucks and buses with specific Cummins ISB6.7, ISL9, ISX12 or ISX15 engines may have an engine control module (ECM) that can short circuit and blow a fuse.
Truck May Roll Backward After Shifting Out of Reverse
Certain 2015-2016 Freightliner and Western Star trucks with Eaton Fuller FR 10-speed manual transmissions built between January 4 and April 24, 2015 may have a problem where the reverse gear stays engaged after the shift lever is moved from reverse to neutral.
Steering Arm Bolts May Loosen, Risking Loss of Steering
Certain 2016 Freightliner heavy-duty trucks built between June 29, 2015 and September 7, 2015 may have steering arm bolts that were not properly tightened at the factory.
Most common 2016 Freightliner Cascadia problems
Problem areas named in the 12 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Engine | 4 |
| Unknown Or Other | 3 |
| Steering | 3 |
| Electrical System | 3 |
| Structure | 2 |
| Power Train | 1 |
| Air Bags | 1 |
| Visibility/Wiper | 1 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 1 |
| Equipment | 1 |
What owners report
There is a defect on the Freightliner Cascadia Oil Pump Manifold aka Oil Pickup Tube which causes engine failure and will go out without warning
Injector cup started leaking damaging injectors and causing cross contamination between fuel and coolant. This is a know problem for the isx and cummins should pay for the repair
The contact owns a 2016 Freightliner Cascadia. The contact stated that while a driver was attempting to exit parking lot, the S-Cam 2 and S-Cam support bracket independently detached. No warning light was illuminated. A local independent mechanic arrived on scene to inspect the vehicle and it was determined that the S-Cam bracket and S-Cam mount needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. Upon further investigation, the contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V338000 (Equipment) however, the VIN was not included. The local dealer was contacted, but the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was appro
The contact owns a 2016 Freightliner Cascadia. The contact stated that while her worker was driving at various speeds, the vehicle lost motive power and stalled. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle failed to restart. The vehicle was then towed to a local dealer, where it was diagnosed that the engine control module (ECM), engine, and an unknown fuse needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 600,000.
______________________________________________________________________________ Last October 2021 I bought truck Freightliner Cascadia 2016. Vin # [XXX]. Mileage: 477400. Last my trip I made in May 2022 from Nogales, AZ to Boise, ID When I approaching Ely, NV about 5-8 miles I drive down from the mountain hill . I used speed 25-30 MPH, suddenly my steering wheel was locked and did not made right turn. I used hardly brake because my truck was out of control and pulled forward shoulder out of highway. Only because I hardly used brake I save my lives. When I stopped before roll over from highway I lightly make right turn steering wheel and left turn steering wheel was unlocked. When I reach Lov
2016 Freightliner Cascadia questions
Does the 2016 Freightliner Cascadia have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 12 safety recalls for the 2016 Freightliner Cascadia: Rear reflective tape may be hidden, reducing visibility to other drivers; Insufficient air brake reservoir may reduce braking, raising crash risk; Tie Rod Can Fail, Causing Loss of Steering Control; Fire extinguisher may fail to discharge or nozzle may detach; Brake lights may fail to turn on after hard braking. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2016 Freightliner Cascadia?
Based on 12 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Engine (4), Unknown Or Other (3), Steering (3).
How do I check if a recall on my 2016 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.