Recall 18V903000: 2018–2019 Freightliner 108SD, 2018–2019 Freightliner 114SD, 2018–2019 Freightliner 122SD +5 more

Updated from NHTSA data · How we count

Report date
Dec 19, 2018
Vehicles affected
6,795
Models
8
Initiated by
Manufacturer

The problem

Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Freightliner 108SD, 114SD, 122SD, Cascadia, Business Class M2, Western Star 4700, 4900, and 5700 vehicles, equipped with certain Eaton ECA heavy-duty truck clutches. An internal component in the clutch assembly may fail, possibly resulting in unintended vehicle movement.

The risk

Unintended vehicle movement can increase the risk of a crash.

The fix

DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will update the software, and repair any physical components, free of charge. DTNA issued owners an interim notification on February 16, 2019. The recall began July 31, 2019. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-803.

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

Details

NHTSA campaign
18V903000
Manufacturer campaign
FL-803
Manufacturer
Daimler Trucks North America LLC
Owner letters
Jul 31, 2019
Components
Power train:clutch assembly (Transmission & Drivetrain)

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