Recall 21V357000: 2017–2022 Freightliner Cascadia
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- May 14, 2021
- Vehicles affected
- 72,510
- Models
- 1
- Initiated by
- ODI
The problem
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2017-2022 Freightliner Cascadia vehicles equipped with halogen headlight assemblies. The halogen headlight bulb may dislodge during replacement and contact other vehicle components, possibly causing them to melt.
The risk
Melting components can increase the risk of fire.
The fix
Dealers will install a foam grommet, cut a 4-inch access hole into the inner fender, and add a warning label on both fenders, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on July 9, 2021. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-887.
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.nhtsa.gov.
Affected vehicles
- 2017 Freightliner Cascadia
- 2018 Freightliner Cascadia
- 2019 Freightliner Cascadia
- 2020 Freightliner Cascadia
- 2021 Freightliner Cascadia
- 2022 Freightliner Cascadia
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 21V357000
- Manufacturer campaign
- FL-887
- Manufacturer
- Daimler Trucks North America, LLC
- Owner letters
- Jul 9, 2021
- Components
- Exterior lighting:headlights:bulbs (Lighting)
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