2016 FREIGHTLINER CASCADIA RECALL - #17V810000
RECALL FOR EQUIPMENT
Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2002-2017 Freightliner Cascadia, Century Class, Columbia and Coronado trucks and Western Star 4700, 4900, 5700, 5900 and 6900 trucks. These vehicles are equipped with Kidde Plastic-Handle or Push Button 'Pindicator' Fire Extinguishers that may become clogged, preventing the extinguisher from discharging as expected or excessive force may be needed to activate the extinguisher. Additionally, in certain models, the nozzle may detach from the valve assembly with enough force that it could cause injury and also render the product inoperable. For a full list of the affected fire extinguisher models visit: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/RMISC-17E062-5427.pdf
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 |
7/11/2001 - 8/19/2016 |
| Recalled on |
12/20/2017 |
| Influenced by |
Daimler Trucks North America LLC |
| Owners Notified on |
4/11/2018 |
| # Affected |
24,860 |
| Recalled for |
EQUIPMENT |
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| Description |
Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2002-2017 Freightliner Cascadia, Century Class, Columbia and Coronado trucks and Western Star 4700, 4900, 5700, 5900 and 6900 trucks. These vehicles are equipped with Kidde Plastic-Handle or Push Button 'Pindicator' Fire Extinguishers that may become clogged, preventing the extinguisher from discharging as expected or excessive force may be needed to activate the extinguisher. Additionally, in certain models, the nozzle may detach from the valve assembly with enough force that it could cause injury and also render the product inoperable. For a full list of the affected fire extinguisher models visit: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/RMISC-17E062-5427.pdf |
| Consequences |
In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury. |
| Corrective action |
DTNA will notify owners, and instruct them to contact Kidde for a replacement fire extinguisher, free of charge. The recall began on April 11, 2018. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712, or contact Kidde customer service toll-free at 1-855-262-3540, or online at www.kidde.com and click on "Product Safety Recall" for more information. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-759. |
| 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, ELECTRICAL
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 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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