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- Problem
- Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2013-2016 Freightliner Cascadia vehicles equipped with Hendrickson 5" drop axles. In certain front axle, brake lining, and brake spider combinations, braking may cause high vibrations, resulting in early failure of the tie-rod tube.
- Risk
- A tie-rod failure would cause a disconnect between the front wheels, resulting in a loss of steering ability, thereby increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the stamped brake spiders and the tie-rod, free of charge. The recall began April 12, 2019. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-807.
- 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
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. Over time, these vibrations can cause the tie-rod tube to fail early.
If a tie-rod fails, the front wheels can disconnect from each other, causing a loss of steering ability and increasing the risk of a crash. Owners should be aware of this risk and check whether their vehicle is affected.
The repair is free. Dealers will replace the stamped brake spiders and the tie-rod at no cost. Owners will be notified by mail, but you can also contact Daimler Trucks North America customer service at 1-800-547-0712 (recall number FL-807) and check your VIN for open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Freightliner Cascadia | 2013201420152016 |
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