2018 Freightliner Cascadia | 2019 Freightliner Cascadia — Air bags: frontal
Published May 11, 2018 · Recall initiated: May 8, 2018
Summary
NHTSA records recall 18V300000, published May 11, 2018 and initiated May 8, 2018. Recalling firm: Daimler Trucks North America, LLC; 2018 Freightliner Cascadia | 2019 Freightliner Cascadia — Air bags: frontal.
What's the hazard
Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Freightliner Cascadia vehicles. The fasteners that secure the driver's air bag module within the steering wheel may not have been installed to specification, possibly affecting the frontal air bag deployment in the event of a crash.
What to do
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the frontal air bag fasteners, tightening them to the proper specification, free of charge. The recall began on July 9, 2018. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-771.
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Recall details
- Brand
- FREIGHTLINER
- Model
- CASCADIA
- Manufacturer
- Daimler Trucks North America, LLC
- Lot
- 2018 FREIGHTLINER CASCADIA | 2019 FREIGHTLINER CASCADIA
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2018 Freightliner Cascadia | 2019 Freightliner Cascadia — Air bags: frontal recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 18V300000 on May 11, 2018. Reported hazard: Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Freightliner Cascadia vehicles. The fasteners that secure the driver's air bag module within the steering wheel may not have been installed to specification, possibly affecting the frontal air bag deployment in the event of a crash.
What should I do if I have this product?
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the frontal air bag fasteners, tightening them to the proper specification, free of charge. The recall began on July 9, 2018. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-771.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: FREIGHTLINER. Model: CASCADIA.