2009 Freightliner Cascadia: recalls and complaints
NHTSA lists 24 recall campaigns for the 2009 Freightliner Cascadia. The newest campaign is 20V214000. NHTSA received the report on 14 Apr 2020. The NHTSA record gives the component Exterior Lighting. NHTSA has 4 complaints on file for this model year. 4 NHTSA investigations name this model year.
The NHTSA recall file shows no do-not-drive advisory and no park-outside advisory on these campaigns.
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Remedy of the newest campaign, 20V214000, in the NHTSA record
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and reposition the reflective tape to ensure that it is completely visible, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began May 29, 2020. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL848.
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Recall campaigns
24 campaigns, newest first. 851,916 units in total.
- 20V214000Exterior Lighting
- 17V810000Equipment
- 17V761000Exterior Lighting / Brake Lights / Switch
- 15V127000Electrical System
- 14V080000Engine and Engine Cooling / Engine
- 12V405000Equipment
- 12V074000Engine and Engine Cooling / Engine / Diesel
- 11V514000Steering / Rack and Pinion
- 11V465000Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
- 11V330000Electrical System / 12v/24v/48v Battery / Cables
- 11V287000Fuel System, Other / Delivery / Fuel Pump
- 11V146000Engine and Engine Cooling
- 10V339000Fuel System, Other / Delivery / Fuel Pump
- 10V341000Engine and Engine Cooling
- 10V189000Fuel System, Other
- 10V102000Electrical System / Software
- 09V428000Engine and Engine Cooling
- 09V400000Engine and Engine Cooling
- 09V391000Fuel System, Gasoline / Delivery / Hoses, Lines/Piping, and Fittings
- 09V390000Fuel System, Gasoline / Delivery / Fuel Pump
- 09V376000Air Bags
- 09V357000Steering / Rack and Pinion
- 09V220000Service Brakes, Air / Supply / Quick Release Valve
- 09V024000Electrical System
20V214000Received . 63,175 units.
Exterior Lighting
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2006-2020 Freightliner Columbia, 2006-2021 Freightliner Business Class M2, 2007-2020 Freightliner Coronado, 2014-2021 Freightliner 122 SD, 2007 Sterling A 9500, 2006 Freightliner Argosy, 2006-2007 Sterling AT9500, 2008-2021 Freightliner Cascadia, 2006-2008 Freightliner Classic, 2006-2011 Freightliner Century Class, 2006-2010 Freightliner FLD, and 2017 Western Star 5700 vehicles. The rear reflective tape may be partially covered by the mudflap hanger bracket, which may reduce the vehicle's visibility to other drivers on the road. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
The vehicle's rearward visibility may be reduced, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and reposition the reflective tape to ensure that it is completely visible, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began May 29, 2020. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL848.
Report filed by Daimler Trucks North America LLC. Manufacturer campaign number FL848. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .
17V810000Received . 24,860 units.
Equipment
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
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
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
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.
Report filed by Daimler Trucks North America LLC. Manufacturer campaign number FL-759. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .
17V761000Received . 438,255 units.
Exterior Lighting / Brake Lights / Switch
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2008-2018 Freightliner Cascadia, Western Star 4700, 4900, 5700, and 6900 trucks. After hard brake applications, the brake light pressure switch may not activate the brake lights with a light application of the brake pedal.
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
If the brake lights fail to illuminate, there would not be a signal to other motorists that the vehicle is slowing, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will repair the vehicles, free of charge. Daimler issued interim notifications to owners on January 22, 2018. The recall began on May 9, 2018. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-756.
Report filed by Daimler Trucks North America LLC. Manufacturer campaign number FL-756. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .
15V127000Received . 45,036 units.
Electrical System
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain model year 2007-2011 Freightliner Cascadia trucks manufactured March 26, 2007, to August 31, 2010. Water may leak into the Signal-detection and Activation Module (SAM) Chassis causing corrosion which may result in electrical shorts or possible intermittent operation of trailer lights.
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
Intermittent operation of the trailer lights may prevent other drivers from knowing that the truck is slowing or stopping, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash. Additionally, an electrical short in the SAM chassis may result in a a fire.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the SAM chassis for corrosion, replacing it as necessary. Any vehicle that does not have a drip shield mounted in the cab over the SAM chassis will receive one. These repairs will be performed free of charge. An interim letter was sent to owners on May 4, 2015. The recall began on October 8, 2015. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-745-8000. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-679.
Report filed by Daimler Trucks North America LLC. Manufacturer campaign number FL-679. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .
14V080000Received . 3,258 units.
Engine and Engine Cooling / Engine
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
Daimler Trucks North America LLC (Daimler) is recalling certain model year 2008-2015 Freightliner 114SD, Cascadia, M2 Business Class, Sterling LT8500, and Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner HDX vehicles manufactured February 19, 2008, through February 11, 2014, and equipped with Cummins Westport Model ISL G and Cummins Westport Model ISX12 G engines. Condensation in the intake manifold may freeze during cold weather conditions and interfere with the proper operation of the intake manifold pressure sensor.
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
The sensor malfunction could induce elevated exhaust temperatures or flames from the exhaust pipe, increasing the risk of a vehicle fire or burn injury to a person near the exhaust pipe.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Cummins and Cummins Westport will notify owners, and authorized Cummins service facilities will upload a new ECM calibration, free of charge. The recall began on April 12, 2014. Customers may contact Daimler at 1-800-385-4357 or Cummins Inc. at 1-800-343-7357. Daimler's number for this recall is FL-660.
Report filed by Daimler Trucks North America. Manufacturer campaign number FL-660. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .
12V405000Received . 1,663 units.
Equipment
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA) is recalling certain model year 2009-2012 Freightliner, Sterling, and Western Star vehicles manufactured from July 7, 2008, through December 15, 2011, and equipped with perpendicular air tank mounting brackets. The air tank mounting brackets may develop cracks which can lead to the air tank brackets separating from the frame rail. The air tanks may also separate from the vehicle.
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
Air tanks that become separated from a moving vehicle may create a road debris hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the air mounting brackets, free of charge. The recall began on December 24, 2012. Owners may contact Daimler Trucks North America toll free at 1-800-547-0712.
Report filed by DAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA. Manufacturer campaign number FL-631. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .
12V074000Received . 103,437 units.
Engine and Engine Cooling / Engine / Diesel
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
Daimler trucks (dtna) is recalling certain model year 2006-2013 freightliner, sterling, and western star vehicles, equipped with detroit diesel epa07 and epa10, dd13 and dd15/16 engines, manufactured from january 20, 2006, through february 20, 2012. The pump to rail high pressure fuel line support system used on these engines is sensitive to assembly torque and may be damaged during service work. As a result of other repairs, the line supports may loosen, potentially leading to fuel line cracking and a fuel leak.
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
A fuel leak could create a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash. Also a fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can result in a fire.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Dtna will notify owners, and where necessary, the high pressure fuel line support system will be replaced by dtna authorized service facilities, free of charge. The safety recall began on april 27, 2012. Owners may contact dtna at 1-800-547-0712.
Report filed by DAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA. Manufacturer campaign number 12C-2. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .
11V514000Received . 9,689 units.
Steering / Rack and Pinion
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
Daimler trucks is recalling certain model year 2005-2011 freightliner cascadia, columbia, century, coronado, and classic xl trucks manufactured from november 1, 2004, through june 15, 2010 for the rack and pinion steering system. The lower pinion bearing may corrode and fail. A failed bearing may lead to damage of the spool valve seals. A damage spool valve seal may allow hydraulic fluid to flow to the right or left turn port instead of flowing to the return port.
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
The steering could unexpectedly turn left or right, making the vehicle more difficult to control and increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Daimler trucks will inspect the lower bearing for corrosion. If corrosion is found, the rack and pinion system will be replaced. If no corrosion is found, on the bearing, the bearing will be packed with grease and the rubber bellows will be replaced with sealant added between the bellows and the rack housing. An interim letter was mailed in december 2011. Owners may contact daimler trucks toll-free at 1-800-547-0712.
Report filed by DAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA. Manufacturer campaign number FL-614. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .
11V465000Received . 4,444 units.
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
Daimler trucks is recalling certain model year 2006-2012 freightliner business class m2, cascadia, century, columbia, coronado and sterling a-line vehicles built with meritor wabco electronic stability control (ESC) system manufactured from september 15, 2005 through september 1, 2011. Under certain road and driving conditions, vehicle body roll and road inclination characteristics may adversely affect the slip angle calculation of the electronic stability control (ESC) system. This might cause the ESC to perceive an over steering situation and therefore apply the outer wheel brake on the front axle until the vehicle is perceived to be stable.
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
If the driver is slow to react during this ESC intervention, the vehicle may deviate from the intended line of travel increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Daimler trucks will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ESC module with the appropriate software version as necessary, free of charge. An interim owner notification will be mailed on or about november 21, 2011. The date for availability of the final remedy is subject to validation testing and parts availability. The safety recall began on march 28, 2012. Owners may contact daimler trucks toll-free at 1-800-547-0712.
Report filed by DAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA. Manufacturer campaign number FL-612. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .
11V330000Received . 48,170 units.
Electrical System / 12v/24v/48v Battery / Cables
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
Dtna is recalling certain model year 2008-2012 freightliner; cascadia, century class, columbia, and coronado, certain model year 2008-2009 sterling; a-line and l-line and certain model year 2009-2012 western star constellation vehicles, manufactured from january 14, 2008, through june 15, 2011, built with detroit diesel 15 or 16 engines. The bolt attaching a rubber isolator to a support bracket may become loose and back out, potentially contacting an un-fused starter cable and creating a short circuit.
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
A short circuit between an un-fused battery cable and chassis ground could result in a vehicle fire.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Dealers will install a new bolt and isolator and repair the recreational vehicles free of charge. The safety recall began on december 21, 2011. Owners may contact dtna at 1-800-547-0712.
Report filed by DAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA. Manufacturer campaign number FL-609. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .
11V287000Received . 268 units.
Fuel System, Other / Delivery / Fuel Pump
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
Daimler trucks is recalling certain model year 2009 through 2011 freightliner cascadia, century, columbia, coronado, m2, and western star 4900 heavy trucks manufactured from february 19, 2009, through july 9, 2010, equipped with specific dd13 and dd15 engines assembled with a bosch high pressure fuel pump element which may develop a crack due to hydrogen induced stress corrosion. The crack may result in a diesel fuel leak.
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
If a diesel fuel leak continues undetected, fuel may spill onto the roadway increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Daimler trucks will notify owners, and dealers will repair the vehicles, free of charge. This recall is an expansion of a previous recall (see recall campaign 10v-339). The safety recall began on may 18, 2011. Owners may contact daimler trucks toll-free at 1-800-547-0712.
Report filed by DAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA. Manufacturer campaign number 10C-4. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .
11V146000Received . 2,073 units.
Engine and Engine Cooling
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
Daimler trucks (dtna) is recalling certain model year 2006 through 2011 freightliner, cascadia, century, columbia fld, and m2, sterling 9500, and western star 4900 heavy trucks manufactured from march 20, 2006, through june 30, 2010, equipped with specific mbe4000 epa07 model engines. The intake air grid heater may short circuit and fail due to excessive internal temperatures.
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
A short circuited grid heater could result in a vehicle fire and injury to vehicle occupants.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Dtna will notify owners of the recall during march 2011. Another notification will be issued once the remedy is released. Dtna expects the remedy to be available by december 1, 2011. Repairs will be performed by dtna dealers free of charge. Owners may contact dtna toll-free at 1-800-547-0712. This recall is asscociated with a previous recall, campaign number 10v-341.
Report filed by DAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA. Manufacturer campaign number 10C-5. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .
10V339000Received . 13,410 units.
Fuel System, Other / Delivery / Fuel Pump
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
Daimler trucks is recalling certain model year 2009 through 2011 freightliner cascadia, century, columbia, coronado, m2, and western star 4900 heavy trucks manufactured from february 19, 2009 through july 9, 2010, equipped with specific dd13 and dd15 engines assembled with a bosch high pressure fuel pump element which may develop a crack due to hydrogen induced stress corrosion. Over time the barrel of the bosch high pressure fuel pump element used on specific dd13/dd15 engines may develop a crack due to hydrogen induced stress corrosion resulting in a diesel fuel leak.
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
If a diesel fuel leak continues undetected, fuel may spill onto the roadway potentially resulting in a crash.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Daimler trucks will notify owners and dealers will repair the vehicles free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin on or about march 28, 2011. Owners may contact daimler trucks toll-free at 1-800-547-0712.
Report filed by DAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA. Manufacturer campaign number 10C-4. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .
10V341000Received . 5,743 units.
Engine and Engine Cooling
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
Daimler trucks is recalling certain model year 2007 through 2011 freightliner, fccc, sterling, and western star heavy trucks manufactured from september 5, 2006, through june 30, 2010, equipped with specific mbe900 epa04 and epa07 model engines. The intake air grid heater may short circuit and fail due to excessive internal temperatures.
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
A short circuited grid heater could result in a vehicle fire and injury to vehicle occupants.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Daimler trucks will notify owners and dealers will repair the buses free of charge. Repairs will be performed by detroit diesel corporation authorized repair facilities. The safety recall is expected to begin on or about july 29, 2011. Owners may contact daimler trucks toll-free at 1-800-547-0712.
Report filed by DAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA. Manufacturer campaign number 10C-5. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .
10V189000Received . 30,704 units.
Fuel System, Other
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
Daimler trucks is recalling certain model year 2008 through 2011 freightliner columbia, cascadia, coronado, century, m2, sterling 9500, and western star 4900 vehicles equipped with dd 13 and dd15/dd16 engines and manufactured from january 1, 2007 through april 5, 2010. Should the fuel filter become restricted, the low pressure fuel flange may develop a crack resulting in a fuel leak.
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
Fuel leaking onto the roadway may result in vehicle crash.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
The low pressure fuel flange will be replaced with a more robust component. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on september 17, 2010. Owners may contact daimler trucks at 1-800-547-0712.
Report filed by DAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA. Manufacturer campaign number FL-578. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .
10V102000Received . 490 units.
Electrical System / Software
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
Daimler trucks has notified NHTSA of a defect in certain model year 2008 through 2010 cascadia equipped with lifeguard rolltek advanced occupant protection system. The lifeguard rolltek is designed to provide additional protection to vehicle occupants in the event of a rollover accident and it may not have been properly installed.
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
Reduced effectiveness of the advanced occupant protection system may increase the risk of injury.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Dealers will inspect and install an additional retainers to ensure the system remains fully functional. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on august 4, 2010. Owners may contact daimler trucks at 1-800-547-0712.
Report filed by DAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA. Manufacturer campaign number FL573. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .
09V428000Received . 1,726 units.
Engine and Engine Cooling
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
Daimler trucks is recalling model year 2009-2010 freightliner, and sterling vehicles equipped detroit diesel dd13 epa07 engines which were manufactured with grid heaters. Increased internal grid heater resistance caused by improperly tightened screws may melt the solder on the grid heater circuit board leading to a short circuit.
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
A short circuit could result in a vehicle fire and injury to vehicle occupants.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Detroit diesel will repair vehicles free of charge. The engine control logic will be reprogrammed to provide cold weather starting without the need of a grid heater. Wiring to the grid heater will be removed. The safety recallbegan on december 18, 2009. Owners may contact detroit diesel at 1-313-592-5800 or daimler trucks at 1-800-547-0712.
Report filed by DAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA. Manufacturer campaign number 09C-5. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .
09V400000Received . 18,067 units.
Engine and Engine Cooling
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
Daimler trucks is recalling model year 2007-2010 freightliner, sterling and western star vehicles equipped with detroit diesel dd15 epa07 engines which were manufactured with grid heaters. Increased internal grid heater resistance caused by improperly tightened screws may melt the solder on the grid heater circuit board leading to a short circuit.
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
A short-circuited grid heater could result in a vehicle fire and injury to vehicle occupants.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
The engine control logic will be reprogrammed free of charge by detroit diesel authorized repair facilities and direct warranty customers to provide cold weather starting without the need of a grid heater. The safety recall began on november 4, 2009. Owners may contact detroit diesel at 1-313-592-5800 and daimler trucks at 1-800-547-0712.
Report filed by DAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .
09V391000Received . 10,185 units.
Fuel System, Gasoline / Delivery / Hoses, Lines/Piping, and Fittings
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
Daimler trucks is recalling certain model year 2006 through 2010 heavy trucks manufactured between january 17, 2006 and march 31, 2009, equipped with epa07 model mbe4000 engines built with plastic low pressure fuel lines. The plastic lines may experience leaks due to fatigue cracks caused by stress and vibration combined with high internal pressure.
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
If a diesel fuel leak continues undetected under certain conditions fuel may ignite on a hot engine surface and/or fuel may spill on the road increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Daimler trucks will notify owners and the remedy will be performed by detroit diesel corporation authorized repair facilities and direct warranty customers. The safety recall began on may 7, 2010. Owners may contact daimler trucks at 1-800-547-0712.
Report filed by DAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA. Manufacturer campaign number 09C-2. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .
09V390000Received . 2,726 units.
Fuel System, Gasoline / Delivery / Fuel Pump
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
Daimler trucks is recalling certain model year 2009 heavy trucks manufactured between may 5, 2008 and january 7, 2009, equipped dd15 engines and with bosch high pressure fuel pumps. The fasteners on these fuel pumps could be under-torqued allowing the "o" ring between the pump housing and the barrel to protrude and leak.
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
If a diesel fuel leak continues undetected under certain conditions fuel may ignite on a hot engine surface and/or fuel may spill on the road increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Daimler trucks will notify owners and the remedy will be performed by detroit diesel corporation authorized repair facilities and direct warranty customers. The safety recall began on december 22, 2009. Owners may contact daimler trucks at 1-800-547-0712.
Report filed by DAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA. Manufacturer campaign number 09C-3. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .
09V376000Received . 14 units.
Air Bags
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
Daimler trucks is recalling certain model year 2008 through 2009 trucks equipped with indiana mills and manufacturing rolltek side-roll protection systems. The sensor designed to detect vehicle roll can malfunction and cause the side airbags to inadvertently deploy.
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
Inadvertent deployment of the side airbags could result in a vehicle crash or injury to an out of position occupant.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Daimler trucks will inspect to determine if a vehicle contains an affected system and, if so, that system will be replaced free of charge. The recall is expected to begin on or before november 20, 2009. Owners may contact daimler trucks at 1-800-547-0712.
Report filed by DAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA. Manufacturer campaign number FL-559. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .
09V357000Received . 8,882 units.
Steering / Rack and Pinion
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
Daimler trucks is recalling certain model year 2005 through 2010 heavy duty trucks manufactured from october 29, 2005 through july 3, 2009. Under certain condition, the left hand inner tie rod end may loosen over time and if not corrected, potentially separate from the steering rack.
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
A separated tie rod assembly can result in loss of vehicle control at higher speeds and a crash could occur.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Daimler trucks will notify owners and the vehicles will be repaired free of charge. The safety recall began on february 5, 2010. Owners may contact daimler trucks toll-free at 1-800-547-0712.
Report filed by DAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA. Manufacturer campaign number FL-557. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .
09V220000Received . 1,460 units.
Service Brakes, Air / Supply / Quick Release Valve
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
Daimler trucks is recalling 1,460 model year 2009 and 2010 heavy duty trucks and fccc chassis (used on thomas built school buses) manufactured from june 11 through december 16, 2008, equipped with certain haldex quick release valves (qrv). The rubber diaphragm inside the qrv may experience delamination resulting in significant levels of air pressure leakage past and/or through the diaphragm, or the development of a bubble in the diaphragm which may trap air pressure in the valve and not allow the service brakes to release.
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
Malfunction of the air brake system could result in a vehicle crash.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Daimler trucks will notify owners and repair the buses free of charge. Repairs will be performed by daimler trucks north america. The safety recall began on august 12, 2009. Owners may contact daimler trucks toll-free at 1-800-547-0712.
Report filed by DAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA. Manufacturer campaign number FL-553. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .
09V024000Received . 14,181 units.
Electrical System
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
Daimler trucks is recalling 14181 my 2007-2009 freightliner cascadia trucks equipped with cab signal-detect and activation modules (sams). Potential corrosion damage due to water intrusion into the sams may cause electrical shorts or intermittent operation of tail lamps, stop lamps, side marker lamps and trailer lighting. In some cases starter motors have activated without a key on.
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
An electrical short in the cab sam or chassis sam may cause melting in the sam or other electrical components which may cause a vehicle fire.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Dealers will inspect for indication of water intrusion or damage to the sams. Sams will be replaced as required and modifications will be completed to control possible sources of water intrusion. The recall is expected to begin on or before february 13, 2009. Owners may contact daimler trucks at 1-800-547-0712.
Report filed by DAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA. Manufacturer campaign number FL545. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .
The campaign number opens the NHTSA record. Each quotation is the text of the NHTSA recall file.
Recall campaign: One recall in the NHTSA recall file, with one campaign number. A campaign can name many makes, models and model years.
Units: The number of vehicles or products that a recall can include. The manufacturer or the firm reports the number to the agency.
Complaints by component
4 complaints, 4 component mentions.
A complaint can name more than one component. Each component that a complaint names is one component mention. This model year has fewer than 50 component mentions, so the table shows the number of mentions only.
| Component | Mentions |
|---|---|
| Steering | 2 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 |
| Service Brakes, Air | 1 |
- Complaints that report a crash
- 0
- Complaints that report a fire
- 1
- Injuries in the complaints
- 0
- Deaths in the complaints
- 0
- Date of the newest complaint
- 10 Dec 2009
These figures are the entries of the persons who sent the complaints.
Complaint: A report about a possible safety problem that a person sends to NHTSA. This site shows the number of complaints and not their text.
Investigations
| Number | Type | Subject | Component | Opened | Closed | Campaign |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RQ20001 | Recall query | SAM Cab Water Intrusion | Electrical System | 31 Aug 2020 | 26 Jun 2025 | |
| AQ18002 | Audit query | Daimler Trucks North America Recalls | Exterior Lighting / Brake Lights / Switch | 23 Apr 2018 | 11 Jul 2024 | |
| PE12018 | Preliminary evaluation | Air Brake Reservoir Bracket Fracture | Service Brakes, Air / Supply / Reservoir/Tank | 25 Jun 2012 | 20 Sep 2012 | 12V405000 |
| PE09040 | Preliminary evaluation | RACK AND PINION FAILURE | Steering / Rack and Pinion | 31 Aug 2009 | 19 Nov 2009 | 09V357000 |
Investigation: A study of a possible safety defect by the NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. An investigation with no closing date in the NHTSA file is open.
Other model years
The number under each year is the number of recall campaigns.
Official channels
- NHTSA VIN lookupNHTSA shows the unrepaired recalls of one vehicle from its VIN or its license plate.
- NHTSA: report a safety problemThe NHTSA form for a complaint about a vehicle, a tire, a child seat or equipment.
- NHTSA page of the 2009 Freightliner CascadiaThe recalls, the complaints and the investigations that NHTSA shows for this model year.
Cite this page
Recall Register. 2009 Freightliner Cascadia: recalls and complaints. https://recallregister.com/vehicle/freightliner/cascadia/2009/. Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, recall, complaint and investigation files. Data through .
Sources
- Source
- NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation
- Licence
- US government work, public domain
- Recall file through
- 29 Sep 2026
- Complaint file through
- 29 Mar 2018
- First complaint in the file
- 1 Jan 1995
- Manufacturer in the recall file
- Daimler Trucks North America LLC
The NHTSA record is the authority. A complaint count is the number of different complaint numbers for the make, the model and the model year. How the register is made. Report an error.
Questions
- How many units are in the recall campaigns for the 2009 Freightliner Cascadia?
- 851,916 units in 24 campaigns. A campaign can name other models and model years, and its units include them.
- How many recall campaigns does the Freightliner Cascadia have for all model years?
- NHTSA lists 137 recall campaigns for the Freightliner Cascadia, model years 2002 to 2026. 24 of them name the 2009 model year.
- Which component do the complaints about the 2009 Freightliner Cascadia name most often?
- Steering: 2 of 4 component mentions.
- Is an NHTSA investigation of the 2009 Freightliner Cascadia open?
- No. Each of the 4 investigations that name this model year has a closing date in the NHTSA file.