Daimler Trucks North America LLC is recalling certain 2017-2021 Freightliner Cascadia tractor
— Recall Campaign #20V390000
Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2017-2021 Freightliner Cascadia tractor trailers. The single brake modulator valve may be affected by chemical corrosion which can slow down the release timing and cause the brakes to pull to the affected side during automatic braking events.
The recall was influenced by the manufacturer with about 164,326 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
20V390000
| Manufacturer: | Daimler Trucks North America, LLC |
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| Recall date: | July 02, 2020 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 20V390000 |
| Units affected: | 164,326 |
- Description:
- Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2017-2021 Freightliner Cascadia tractor trailers. The single brake modulator valve may be affected by chemical corrosion which can slow down the release timing and cause the brakes to pull to the affected side during automatic braking events.
- Consequeces:
- Brakes that pull to one side during automatic braking events may cause a sudden change in vehicle direction, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Corrective action:
- DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front left and right single brake modulator valves will be replaced and spacers added, free of charge. The recall began August 28, 2020. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-855.
- 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.