2016 FREIGHTLINER CASCADIA RECALL - #16V143000
RECALL FOR EQUIPMENT : ELECTRICAL
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.
Information provided by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
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| Vehicle |
2016 FREIGHTLINER CASCADIA |
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| Manufacturer |
Daimler Trucks North America LLC |
| Manufactured between |
3/24/2014 - 11/9/2015 |
| Recalled on |
3/9/2016 |
| Influenced by |
Daimler Trucks North America LLC |
| Owners Notified on |
5/12/2016 |
| # Affected |
8,865 |
| Recalled for |
EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL |
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| Description |
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. |
| Consequences |
The overheated connection can increase the risk of a fire. |
| Corrective action |
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. |
| Notes |
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov. |
| See also |
2016 FREIGHTLINER CASCADIA Recall for STEERING, LINKAGES, ARM, IDLER AND ATTACHMENT
2016 FREIGHTLINER CASCADIA Recall for POWER TRAIN, MANUAL TRANSMISSION
2016 FREIGHTLINER CASCADIA Recall for ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING, ENGINE
2016 FREIGHTLINER CASCADIA Recall for ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, IGNITION, MODULE
2016 FREIGHTLINER CASCADIA Recall for EQUIPMENT, APPLIANCE, AIR CONDITIONER
2016 FREIGHTLINER CASCADIA Recall for POWER TRAIN, AXLE HUBS
2016 FREIGHTLINER CASCADIA Recall for ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
2016 FREIGHTLINER CASCADIA Recall for STEERING
2016 FREIGHTLINER CASCADIA Recall for STEERING, LINKAGES, TIE ROD ASSEMBLY
2016 FREIGHTLINER CASCADIA Recall for EXTERIOR LIGHTING, BRAKE LIGHTS
2016 FREIGHTLINER CASCADIA Recall for EXTERIOR LIGHTING, BRAKE LIGHTS, SWITCH
2016 FREIGHTLINER CASCADIA Recall for EQUIPMENT
2016 FREIGHTLINER CASCADIA Recall for STEERING, LINKAGES, TIE ROD ASSEMBLY
2016 FREIGHTLINER CASCADIA Recall for SERVICE BRAKES, AIR, SUPPLY, RESERVOIR/TANK
2016 FREIGHTLINER CASCADIA Recall for EXTERIOR LIGHTING
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