Daimler Trucks North America LLC is recalling certain 2018 Freightliner Cascadia trucks equipped
— Recall Campaign #17V730000
Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2018 Freightliner Cascadia trucks equipped with Detroit automatic transmissions. A shift lock bolt within the transmission can seize, preventing the transmission from being shifted out of gear range 7 through 12.
The recall was influenced by the manufacturer with about 231 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
17V730000
| Manufacturer: | Daimler Trucks North America, LLC |
|---|---|
| Recall date: | November 17, 2017 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 17V730000 |
| Units affected: | 231 |
- Description:
- Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2018 Freightliner Cascadia trucks equipped with Detroit automatic transmissions. A shift lock bolt within the transmission can seize, preventing the transmission from being shifted out of gear range 7 through 12.
- Consequeces:
- If the transmission cannot be shifted out of gear range 7 through 12, the engine may stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Corrective action:
- DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the transmissions and replace the transmission shift bolt, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on February 28, 2018. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-754.
- 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.