Recall 21V007000: 2020–2022 Freightliner Cascadia
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Jan 13, 2021
- Vehicles affected
- 4,341
- Models
- 1
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Freightliner Cascadia sleeper trucks equipped with Bridgestone R284, R268, or R283S ECOPIA steer axle tires in conjunction with a specific air dam. The steer tires may experience tread separation or blow-outs while driving.
The risk
Tread separation and/or blow-outs while driving may result in a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the steer tires, free of charge. The recall began March 10, 2021. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL872.
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
- 21V007000
- Manufacturer campaign
- FL872
- Manufacturer
- Daimler Trucks North America, LLC
- Owner letters
- Mar 10, 2021
- Components
- Tires (Wheels & Tires); Tires:tread/belt (Wheels & Tires)
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