Daimler Trucks North America, Llc | NHTSA Recall #21V689000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 21V689000 by Daimler Trucks North America, Llc. Affecting 2019 freightliner classic cascadia and 2019-2021 freightliner cascadia trucks Includes 113,085 affected units, Drag Link May Separate, component: STEERING, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

makesAndModels

2019 freightliner classic cascadia and 2019-2021 freightliner cascadia trucks

Defect Summary

Daimler trucks north america, llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2019 freightliner classic cascadia and 2019-2021 freightliner cascadia trucks. the drag link taper joint may not have been tightened sufficiently and could come loose, resulting in a complete separation of the drag link from the steering arm.

Corrective Action

Dtna will inspect the drag link taper joint and repair it as necessary, free of charge. owner notification letters were mailed on october 29, 2021. owners may contact dtna's customer service at 1-800-547-0712. dtna's number for this recall is fl-900.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 21V689000
Manufacturer: Daimler Trucks North America, Llc
Report Received Date: 2021-09-02T00:00:00
Subject: Drag link may separate
Component: Steering
Potentially Affected Units: 113,085

Details

MFR Campaign Number: FL-900
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Daimler trucks north america, llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2019 freightliner classic cascadia and 2019-2021 freightliner cascadia trucks. the drag link taper joint may not have been tightened sufficiently and could come loose, resulting in a complete separation of the drag link from the steering arm.
Consequence Summary: Drag link separation can cause a complete loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action: Dtna will inspect the drag link taper joint and repair it as necessary, free of charge. owner notification letters were mailed on october 29, 2021. owners may contact dtna's customer service at 1-800-547-0712. dtna's number for this recall is fl-900.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 92.04

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NHTSA ID: 21V689000
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