Recall 16V656000: 2013–2017 Freightliner Cascadia
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Sep 13, 2016
- Vehicles affected
- 1,039
- Models
- 1
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC. (DTNA) is recalling certain model year 2013-2017 Freightliner Cascadia vehicles manufactured September 24, 2012, to May 27, 2015 and equipped with compressed natural gas (CNG) engines. The affected vehicles have a Power Distribution Module (PDM) that is mounted near the CNG fuel tank. Due to its location, the PDM may be sprayed with water and contaminants from the road, possibly causing the PDM to short circuit.
The risk
If the PDM short circuits, there would be an increased risk of a fire, especially if the nearby CNG tank leaks.
The fix
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will relocate the PDM, free of charge. An interim notice was mailed to owners on November 7, 2016. The recall began on March 3, 2017. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-721.
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.
Affected vehicles
- 2013 Freightliner Cascadia
- 2014 Freightliner Cascadia
- 2015 Freightliner Cascadia
- 2016 Freightliner Cascadia
- 2017 Freightliner Cascadia
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 16V656000
- Manufacturer campaign
- FL-721
- Manufacturer
- Daimler Trucks North America LLC
- Owner letters
- Mar 3, 2017
- Components
- Electrical system (Electrical System)
Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology