2013 Freightliner Cascadia | 2014 Freightliner Cascadia | 2012 Freightliner Cascadia — Electrical system: software
Published March 18, 2013 · Recall initiated: March 18, 2013
Summary
NHTSA records recall 13V099000, published March 18, 2013. Recalling firm: Daimler Trucks North America, LLC; 2013 Freightliner Cascadia | 2014 Freightliner Cascadia | 2012 Freightliner Cascadia — Electrical system: software.
What's the hazard
Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA) is recalling certain model year 2012-2014 Freightliner Cascadia tractors manufactured from April 12, 1210, through March 2, 2013, and equipped with a SAMCAB software version 6.2. On vehicles configured to have the turn signals operate as Daytime Running Lights (DRLs) and the 'Turn-Tip' turn signal function activated, the DRLs may not illuminate properly after using the 'Turn-Tip' function while driving.
What to do
DTNA sent notification to owners on May 6, 2015, instructing them to contact their dealers and arrange to have the free SAMCAB software updated to correct the operation of the DRLs and "Turn Tip" feature. Owners may contact DTNA at 1-800-547-0712.
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Recall details
- Brand
- FREIGHTLINER
- Model
- CASCADIA
- Manufacturer
- Daimler Trucks North America, LLC
- Lot
- 2013 FREIGHTLINER CASCADIA | 2014 FREIGHTLINER CASCADIA | 2012 FREIGHTLINER CASCADIA
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2013 Freightliner Cascadia | 2014 Freightliner Cascadia | 2012 Freightliner Cascadia — Electrical system: software recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 13V099000 on March 18, 2013. Reported hazard: Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA) is recalling certain model year 2012-2014 Freightliner Cascadia tractors manufactured from April 12, 1210, through March 2, 2013, and equipped with a SAMCAB software version 6.2. On vehicles configured to have the turn signals operate as Daytime Running Lights (DRLs) and the 'Turn-Tip' turn signal function activated, the DRLs may not illuminate properly after using the 'Turn-Tip' function while driving.
What should I do if I have this product?
DTNA sent notification to owners on May 6, 2015, instructing them to contact their dealers and arrange to have the free SAMCAB software updated to correct the operation of the DRLs and "Turn Tip" feature. Owners may contact DTNA at 1-800-547-0712.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: FREIGHTLINER. Model: CASCADIA.