CarRecallWatch- Component
- STEERING:GEAR BOX:SHAFT PITMAN
- Problem
- Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Freightliner Cascadia vehicles. Over time, the pitman arms may crack and fracture.
- Risk
- If the pitman arm fractures there would be a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the pitman arms, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin October 6, 2018. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-784.
- Notes
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
What this recall means for you
Over time, the pitman arm in the steering gear box can crack and fracture. If this happens, the driver can lose steering control, which raises the risk of a crash.
The repair is free. Dealers will replace the pitman arms at no charge, and owners will be notified by mail. Owners can also contact Daimler Trucks North America customer service at 1-800-547-0712. Check your vehicle's VIN for open recalls to see whether your truck is affected.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Freightliner Cascadia | 20182019 |
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