2025 Freightliner Cascadia Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

8 safety recalls on file

The 2025 Freightliner Cascadia has 8 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA.

The most-reported problem area is Exterior Lighting (1 report).

8Recalls
2Owner complaints
0Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
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2025 Freightliner Cascadia recalls

Loose Brake Caliper Bolts Can Cause Brake Loss

Recall 25V601Sep 11, 2025402 vehicles affected

Some trucks may have brake caliper mounting bolts that can loosen and detach.

Steering tie rod nut may loosen, risking loss of steering control

Recall 25V603Sep 11, 2025343 vehicles affected

The tie rod castle nut and cotter pin on the steering linkage may not be installed properly.

Air Tank May Be Too Small, Reducing Braking Power

Recall 25V295May 7, 202568 vehicles affected

Certain heavy-duty trucks have an air brake reservoir (tank) that may be too small.

Fuel Pump Can Crack and Leak, Causing Engine Stall

Recall 24V736Oct 1, 2024620 vehicles affected

Certain diesel fuel pumps made by Cummins may have barrels that can fracture, causing a fuel leak.

Steering tie rods may break, causing loss of steering control

Recall 24V571Aug 1, 20243,799 vehicles affected

Certain 2025 heavy-duty Freightliner and Western Star trucks may have front axle tie rod ball studs that were incorrectly heat-treated.

Steering tie rod ball stud can fail and separate

Recall 24V509Jul 3, 202461 vehicles affected

The steering tie rod assembly ball stud on certain trucks and transit buses with Composolite EXS20 steerable lift axle suspensions may have been improperly heat treated.

Steering Tie Rod Can Crack and Separate, Causing Loss of Control

Recall 24V402Jun 4, 2024541 vehicles affected

Certain 2025 Freightliner, Western Star, and Freightliner Custom Chassis trucks, cabs, and buses may have front axle tie rod ball joint studs that can crack and break.

Stability software error can reduce braking control

Recall 24V058Jan 31, 20247 vehicles affected

Certain heavy trucks have electronic stability control software with incorrect axle spacing settings.

Most common 2025 Freightliner Cascadia problems

Problem areas named in the 2 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Exterior Lighting1
Engine And Engine Cooling1

What owners report

2026-10-02, Engine And Engine Cooling
The contact, a mobile technician from All Fleet Inc Truck and Trailer Repair was contacted to provide roadside assistance for a 2025 Freightliner Cascadia that had a check engine warning light illuminated and the vehicle went into LIMP Mode while driving. Upon arrival, the technician discovered a radiator leak. The radiator lines run along the back of the auxiliary power unit and the upper radiator hose was designed to lay on top of the electrical connector. The electrical connector rubbed a hole in the radiator line while driving, causing the leak. The technician removed the electrical connector from the bracket and secured it with a zip tie. The vehicle was then towed to the facility, wher
2025-08-18, Exterior Lighting
The contact owns a 2025 Freightliner Cascadia. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the turn indicator on the instrument panel became inoperable. The contact stated that while attempting to make a turn, the sound indicator failed to function properly; however, the turn indicator was displayed on the instrument panel. The contact stated was concerned about the safety of the vehicle. The contact stated that the vehicle was unsafe to drive and was hazardous to the contact and to the other drivers on the roadway. The dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage wa

2025 Freightliner Cascadia questions

Does the 2025 Freightliner Cascadia have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 8 safety recalls for the 2025 Freightliner Cascadia: Loose Brake Caliper Bolts Can Cause Brake Loss; Steering tie rod nut may loosen, risking loss of steering control; Air Tank May Be Too Small, Reducing Braking Power; Fuel Pump Can Crack and Leak, Causing Engine Stall; Steering tie rods may break, causing loss of steering control. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2025 Freightliner Cascadia?

Based on 2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Exterior Lighting (1), Engine And Engine Cooling (1).

How do I check if a recall on my 2025 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.

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