CarRecallWatchThe 2023 Freightliner Cascadia has 7 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 12 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 crash, 2 fires, 2 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Forward Collision Avoidance (6 reports).
2023 Freightliner Cascadia recalls
Brakes May Pull to One Side During Stability Braking
Brake modulator valves on the front axle may corrode, causing the vehicle to pull to one side when braking is initiated by Electronic Stability Control (ESC) or Roll Stability Control (RSC).
Trucks May Understeer in Turns, Raising Crash Risk
Certain heavy trucks may understeer during a J-turn, a maneuver where the vehicle turns sharply to a stop or reverses direction.
Steering Arm Can Detach, Causing Loss of Steering Control
A tie rod on these vehicles may be missing a fastener, which can allow the steering arm to come loose from the steering linkage.
Brakes May Pull to One Side, Risking a Crash
Corroded front brake modulator valves can cause the vehicle to pull toward one side when the brakes are applied by Electronic Stability Control or Roll Stability Control.
Brakes May Pull to One Side During Adaptive Cruise Braking
Corrosion can develop in the front-axle brake modulator valves on certain heavy trucks.
Engine May Shut Down Unexpectedly, Raising Crash Risk
The engine control module (ECM), the computer that manages engine operation, may develop an internal short circuit.
Steering Gear May Fracture, Causing Loss of Steering
Certain 2022-2023 Freightliner MT45, MT45G and Cascadia trucks may have had their steering gears assembled incorrectly.
Most common 2023 Freightliner Cascadia problems
Problem areas named in the 12 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 6 |
| Electrical System | 3 |
| Firerelated | 2 |
| Power Train | 2 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 |
| Structure | 1 |
| Steering | 1 |
| Unknown Or Other | 1 |
| Service Brakes | 1 |
What owners report
The front sensor is calibrated wrong. It slams my brakes on road if a shadow is in road, bridges, vehicles parked on side of road, and sometimes if another semi passes me it slams the breaks on. It happens if its just raining out not so much winter because snow and ice blocks the sensor. This has also almost caused accidents as well.
while driving a UPS Freightliner truck (Cascadia Vin number [XXX] ) on [XXX] on [XXX] in Charlotte, North Carolina, the tractor brakes locked down causing [XXX] 's arm to jam into shoulder from having all momentum come to abrupt stop causing seatbelt to yank across shoulder ultimately necessitating surgery and putting me out of work for 6 months+ and ongoing INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
See attached document for complaint
I was north of Louisville Kentucky on [XXX] traveling at 65 mph and I was in the middle lane and the collision lights came on and the truck abruptly started stopping. Luckily no one was on my right side. I made it to the shoulder of the road. Thank God I wasnât rear ended by anyone and there were three lanes of traffic. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
Malfunction check engine lights on and show faults 520349. 14
2023 Freightliner Cascadia questions
Does the 2023 Freightliner Cascadia have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 7 safety recalls for the 2023 Freightliner Cascadia: Brakes May Pull to One Side During Stability Braking; Trucks May Understeer in Turns, Raising Crash Risk; Steering Arm Can Detach, Causing Loss of Steering Control; Brakes May Pull to One Side, Risking a Crash; Brakes May Pull to One Side During Adaptive Cruise Braking. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2023 Freightliner Cascadia?
Based on 12 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Forward Collision Avoidance (6), Electrical System (3), Firerelated (2).
How do I check if a recall on my 2023 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.