Daimler Trucks North America, LLC is recalling certain 2017-2023 Freightliner Cascadia
— Recall Campaign #23V073000
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2017-2023 Freightliner Cascadia, 2020-2023 Western Star 49X, 2021-2023 Western Star 47X, and 2022 Freightliner 114SD vehicles. The brake modulator valves on the front axle may corrode and cause the vehicle to pull to the affected side during braking initiated by Electronic Stability Control (ESC) or Roll Stability Control (RSC).
The recall was influenced by the manufacturer with about 70,167 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
23V073000
| Manufacturer: | Daimler Trucks North America, LLC |
|---|---|
| Recall date: | February 10, 2023 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 23V073000 |
| Units affected: | 70,167 |
- Description:
- Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2017-2023 Freightliner Cascadia, 2020-2023 Western Star 49X, 2021-2023 Western Star 47X, and 2022 Freightliner 114SD vehicles. The brake modulator valves on the front axle may corrode and cause the vehicle to pull to the affected side during braking initiated by Electronic Stability Control (ESC) or Roll Stability Control (RSC).
- Consequeces:
- Brakes that pull to one side may cause a sudden change in vehicle direction, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Corrective action:
- Dealers will inspect and replace the front brake modulator valves, as necessary. Some vehicles will have a software update which will alert driver when a replacement is required. All repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning October 13, 2023. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL966.
- 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.nhtsa.gov.