Daimler Trucks North America, Llc | NHTSA Recall #21V073000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 21V073000 by Daimler Trucks North America, Llc. Affecting 2021-2022 freightliner cascadia vehicles equipped with a cummins x15 engine Includes 7 affected units, Flywheel Capscrews Not Tightened Properly, component: ENGINE, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

makesAndModels

2021-2022 freightliner cascadia vehicles equipped with a cummins x15 engine

Defect Summary

Daimler trucks north america, llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2021-2022 freightliner cascadia vehicles equipped with a cummins x15 engine. the capscrews that attach the flywheel to the crankshaft may have been improperly torqued, allowing the flywheel to detach.

Corrective Action

Dtna will work with the engine manufacturer cummins inc. To notify owners, and cummins dealers will properly torque the capscrews and inspect for possible damage and, if necessary, repair any damage found, free of charge. the recall is expected to begin april 12, 2021. owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712. dtna's number for this recall is fl-875.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 21V073000
Manufacturer: Daimler Trucks North America, Llc
Report Received Date: 2021-02-12T00:00:00
Subject: Flywheel capscrews not tightened properly
Component: Engine
Potentially Affected Units: 7

Details

MFR Campaign Number: FL-875
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Daimler trucks north america, llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2021-2022 freightliner cascadia vehicles equipped with a cummins x15 engine. the capscrews that attach the flywheel to the crankshaft may have been improperly torqued, allowing the flywheel to detach.
Consequence Summary: A detached flywheel can cause loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash. additionally, driveline pieces may be ejected from the engine compartment, increasing the risk of injury.
Corrective Action: Dtna will work with the engine manufacturer cummins inc. To notify owners, and cummins dealers will properly torque the capscrews and inspect for possible damage and, if necessary, repair any damage found, free of charge. the recall is expected to begin april 12, 2021. owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712. dtna's number for this recall is fl-875.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 85.71

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NHTSA ID: 21V073000
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