CarRecallWatch- Component
- POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY
- Problem
- Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2021 Freightliner Cascadia vehicles. The clutch flange may break due to the heat treating and stamping process.
- Risk
- If flange failure occurs, loose parts may fall into the clutch pressure plate assembly, resulting in clutch disengagement, thereby increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the clutch on the affected vehicles, free of charge. The recall began February 10, 2021. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-869.
- 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
The clutch flange on certain 2021 Freightliner Cascadia trucks may break because of a flaw in the heat treating and stamping process. If the flange fails, loose parts can fall into the clutch pressure plate assembly, causing the clutch to disengage and increasing the risk of a crash.
If you own an affected truck, the repair is free. Dealers will replace the clutch on affected vehicles at no charge. The recall began February 10, 2021. You can contact Daimler Trucks North America customer service at 1-800-547-0712 and reference recall number FL-869, or check your VIN for open recalls to confirm whether your vehicle is included.
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Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Freightliner Cascadia | 2021 |
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