2015 Freightliner Cascadia | 2016 Freightliner Cascadia — Equipment: appliance: air conditioner
Published March 9, 2016 · Recall initiated: March 9, 2016
Summary
NHTSA records recall 16V143000, published March 9, 2016. Recalling firm: Daimler Trucks North America, LLC; 2015 Freightliner Cascadia | 2016 Freightliner Cascadia — Equipment: appliance: air conditioner.
What's the hazard
Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Freightliner Cascadia trucks manufactured from March 24, 2014, through November 9, 2015. The affected vehicles are equipped with Bergstrom Parksmart HVAC auxiliary units. On these units, there may be inadequate contact between the electrical connector on the compressor and electrical pins causing a high electrical resistance resulting in excessive heat.
What to do
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the connector caps. Additionally, dealers will replace the harnesses if there is evidence of heat discoloration. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on May 12, 2016. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's recall number for this campaign is FL-703.
Get an email if FREIGHTLINER has another recall
Free. We only write when there's a new recall that matches. Unsubscribe in one click.
Recall details
- Brand
- FREIGHTLINER
- Model
- CASCADIA
- Manufacturer
- Daimler Trucks North America, LLC
- Lot
- 2015 FREIGHTLINER CASCADIA | 2016 FREIGHTLINER CASCADIA
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
Related recalls
- NHTSA2023 Freightliner Cascadia | 2020 Freightliner Cascadia | 2022 Western Star 49x | 2022 Freightliner Cascadia |September 10, 2026
- NHTSA2027 Freightliner Em2 — Exterior lighting: headlightsJuly 23, 2026
- NHTSA2025 Freightliner Business Class M2 — Steering: gear box (other than rack and pinion)February 4, 2026
- NHTSA2025 Freightliner Cascadia | 2025 Western Star 47x | 2026 Western Star 47x | 2026 Fccc Mt50e | 2025 Fccc Xbs |September 12, 2025
- NHTSAOrscheln Cable Connector Clip — Parking brakeMarch 9, 2016
- NHTSA2016 Van Hool Tdx25 | 2015 Van Hool Td925 | 2012 Van Hool A300l — SeatsMarch 9, 2016
Questions about this recall
Was 2015 Freightliner Cascadia | 2016 Freightliner Cascadia — Equipment: appliance: air conditioner recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 16V143000 on March 9, 2016. Reported hazard: Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Freightliner Cascadia trucks manufactured from March 24, 2014, through November 9, 2015. The affected vehicles are equipped with Bergstrom Parksmart HVAC auxiliary units. On these units, there may be inadequate contact between the electrical connector on the compressor and electrical pins causing a high electrical resistance resulting in excessive heat.
What should I do if I have this product?
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the connector caps. Additionally, dealers will replace the harnesses if there is evidence of heat discoloration. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on May 12, 2016. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's recall number for this campaign is FL-703.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: FREIGHTLINER. Model: CASCADIA.