Daimler Trucks North America, LLC: Safety Recalls in 2015
Updated on March 19, 2026.
There were 24 safety recalls made by Daimler Trucks North America, LLC in 2015. See the details of the recalls below.
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Data Source: NHTSA.
December 22, 2015
(Campaign #: FL-699)
Front Driveshaft may Disconnect
Daimler Trucks North America, Inc. (DTNA) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Freightliner 108SD, 114SD, Business Class M2, and Western Star 4900 vehicles manufactured September 26, 2014, to November 6, 2015, and equipped with certain drive axles manufactured by Marmon-Herrington. The affected axles have hex nuts on the flange yoke that may not have been properly tightened.
NHTSA ID: 15V859000
Component: POWER TRAIN
# of Units Affected: 43
Consequence Summary:
If the hex nuts are not tightened to specification, the driveshaft may disconnect from the drive axle, resulting in a loss of propulsion and increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the hex nuts, tightening them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on February 5, 2016. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-745-8000, or Marmon-Herrington customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-699.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 81.4
December 15, 2015
(Campaign #: FL-698)
Seats may Tilt Rearward in a Crash/FMVSS 222
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2, Saf-T-Liner HDX, Minotour DRW and Saf-T-Liner EFX school buses manufactured August 19, 2014, to October 22, 2015, and equipped with certain Syntec S3B Track Mounted Seats in 30", 36", 39" and 45" widths. In the event of a severe rear-end collision, the seats may tilt rearward. As such, these seats fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) 222, "School Bus Passenger Seating and Crash Protection."
NHTSA ID: 15V843000
Component:
# of Units Affected: 508
Consequence Summary:
In the event of a severe rear-end collision, the seats may tilt rearward and result in injuries to the passenger's knees and/or impede the exiting of the bus.
Corrective Action:
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will install a toe-clamp on the front feet of the S3B track mounted seats, free of charge. The recall began on January 21, 2016. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-745-8000, or Syntec customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-698.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 96.06
December 15, 2015
(Campaign #: FL-697)
Emergency Window Retention/FMVSS 217
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain model year 2016 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2 school buses manufactured May 1, 2015, to August 1, 2015. The affected buses are equipped with push-out tempered glass windows that may not remain attached to the bus in the event of a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 217, "Bus Emergency Exits and Window Retention and Release."
NHTSA ID: 15V842000
Component: STRUCTURE
# of Units Affected: 1,222
Consequence Summary:
In the event of a crash, the affected windows may not be able to retain the bus occupants, increasing their risk of injury.
Corrective Action:
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will modify the windows to ensure that they meet the window retention requirements, free of charge. The recall began on February 9, 2016. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-697.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 81.16
December 7, 2015
(Campaign #: FL-695)
Tailpipe may Activate CNG Pressure Relief Device
Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 Freightliner Cascadia vehicles manufactured March 27, 2015, to November 4, 2014, and powered by compressed natural gas (CNG). The affected vehicles have a tailpipe that allows hot exhaust to exit near the CNG tank pressure relief device (PRD).
NHTSA ID: 15V816000
Component: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
# of Units Affected: 17
Consequence Summary:
Hot exhaust in close proximity to the PRD may cause the PDR to activate and CNG to be unexpectedly released from the tank. Discharge of CNG in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action:
All the vehicles involved in this recall campaign have been repaired. The recall is began on March 13, 2015. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-695.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 100
November 13, 2015
(Campaign #: FL-694)
Alternator Wiring Harness Incorrectly Routed
Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain model year 2016 Minotour DRW school buses manufactured February 2, 2015, to June 11, 2015. During relocation of the alternator, the wiring harness may have been rerouted incorrectly resulting in the power cable being strained. As a result, the power cable may become loose at the alternator terminal.
NHTSA ID: 15V754000
Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
# of Units Affected: 27
Consequence Summary:
A loose power cable to alternator terminal nut may result in an electrical arc, increasing the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action:
DTNA will notify owners, Repairs will be performed by Daimler Trucks North America authorized service facilities. All affected vehicles have been repaired as of January 20, 2016. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-745-8000. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-694.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 100
October 5, 2015
(Campaign #: FL-690)
Defective Engine Control Module may Cause Stall
Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain model year 2016 Thomas Built Bus Saf-T-Liner C2 school buses manufactured August 6, 2015, to August 20, 2015, and equipped with certain Cummins ISB6.7 engines whose engine control module (ECM) may short circuit and blow a fuse resulting in the engine stalling without warning.
NHTSA ID: 15V623000
Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
# of Units Affected: 4
Consequence Summary:
An engine that stalls without warning increases the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ECM, free of charge. The recall began on October 22, 2015. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-745-8000. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-690.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
October 2, 2015
(Campaign #: FL-690)
Defective Engine Control Module may Cause Stall
Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain model year 2016 Freightliner Cascadia, Business Class M2, 108SD, 114SD, and 122SD, Western Star 4700 and 4900, Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2, and Freightliner MT55 vehicles manufactured August 7, 2015, to August 26, 2015. The affected vehicles are equipped with certain Cummins ISB6.7, ISL9, ISX12 or ISX15 engines whose engine control module (ECM) may short circuit and blow a fuse resulting in the engine stalling without warning.
NHTSA ID: 15V620000
Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
# of Units Affected: 273
Consequence Summary:
An engine that stalls without warning increases the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ECM free of charge. The recall began on October 22, 2015. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-745-8000. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-690.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
October 1, 2015
(Campaign #: FL-692)
Fifth Wheel Locking Mechanism may not Engage
Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 Cascadia, Business Class M2, Coronado, and Columbia Glider vehicles manufactured April 5, 2010, to June 15, 2013. The affected trucks are equipped with Fontaine Ultra LT Fifth Wheel connectors, which, due to cumulative damage to the fifth wheel and its locking mechanism, have a locking mechanism that may fail to operate or to properly engage.
NHTSA ID: 15V616000
Component: TRAILER HITCHES
# of Units Affected: 5,801
Consequence Summary:
If the fifth wheel and locking mechanism are sufficiently damaged, the locking mechanism may fail to operate as intended and the trailer may unexpectedly detach from the tractor, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
DTNA will notify owners, and DTNA authorized service facilities will replace the fifth wheel with an Ultra NT model fifth wheel, free of charge. The recall began on November 20, 2015. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-745-8000. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-692.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 26.79
October 1, 2015
(Campaign #: FL-693)
10-Speed Manual Transmission may Remain in Reverse
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Freightliner Cascadia, Business Class M2, 108SD, 114SD, and Western Star 4700 trucks manufactured January 4, 2015, to April 24, 2015, and equipped with Eaton Fuller FR 10-speed manual transmissions. In the affected vehicles, when the transmission shift lever is moved from reverse to neutral, the reverse gear may stay engaged. When the transmission shift lever is moved from reverse to a forward gear position, the transmission may mechanically lock because both the reverse gear and forward gear are simultaneously engaged.
NHTSA ID: 15V617000
Component: POWER TRAIN
# of Units Affected: 14
Consequence Summary:
Even though the transmission has been shifted out of reverse into neutral, the vehicle may unexpectedly move backwards, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and repair the affected transmissions if necessary, free of charge. The recall began on November 24, 2015. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-745-8000. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-693.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 85.71
September 30, 2015
(Campaign #: Fl-691, 15R2, 15R3)
Improperly Torqued Steering Arm Bolt
Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain model year 2016 Freightliner Cascadia, Business Class M2, 108SD, 114SD, 122SD, Coronado Glider, and Columbia Glider vehicles manufactured June 29, 2015, to September 7, 2015. In the affected vehicles, the steering arm bolts may not be properly tightened.
NHTSA ID: 15V613000
Component: STEERING
# of Units Affected: 10,843
Consequence Summary:
If the steering arm bolts are not properly tightened, the steering arm may separate from the knuckle causing a loss of steering and increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
DTNA will notify owners, and Daimler Trucks North America or Detroit Diesel authorized service facilities will inspect the steering arm bolts, tightening them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on November 12, 2015. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-745-8000. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-691.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 66.3
September 22, 2015
(Campaign #: FL-688)
Rear Brake Calipers may Contact Spring Suspension
Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain model year 2014-2016 Freightliner Business Class M2, 108SD, and 114SD trucks manufactured April 30, 2013, to September 14, 2015. Due to incorrect positioning, the rear disk brake calipers may contact the spring suspension reducing rear brake performance.
NHTSA ID: 15V586000
Component: SERVICE BRAKES, AIR
# of Units Affected: 53
Consequence Summary:
A reduction in braking performance can increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will correct the orientation of the rear brake calipers, free of charge. The recall began on November 13, 2015. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-745-8000. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-688.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 56.6
September 4, 2015
(Campaign #: FL-686)
Wheel Chair Lift Link Arm Pivot Holes
Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain model year 2006-2015 Thomas Built Buses FS-65, Saf-T-Liner C2, Saf-T-Liner EF, Saf-T-Liner EFX, Saf-T-Liner HDX, and Minotour DRW school buses manufactured January 3, 2006, to August 1, 2014, and equipped with certain Ricon model S2005, S2010, S5005, S5010, S5505, S5510 wheelchair lifts. The affected lifts are equipped with folding link arms that may have pivot holes that are too big, allowing the bearings to move out of position.
NHTSA ID: 15V565000
Component:
# of Units Affected: 4,334
Consequence Summary:
If the bearings move out of position, the stowed platform may have excessive movement resulting in failure of the platform mounting. This failure could cause the wheel chair lift platform to fall out of the vehicle when the doors are opened, increasing the risk of injury for the lift operator.
Corrective Action:
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the link arms for damage or for displaced bearings. The platform will be inspected for cracks. Any damaged parts will be replaced, free of charge. The recall began onNovember 2, 2015. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-745-8000. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-686.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 1.5
September 4, 2015
(Campaign #: FL-686)
Wheel Chair Lift Link Arm Pivot Holes
Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain model year 2006-2015 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner HDX, Saf-T-Liner EF, Saf-T-Liner EFX, and Minotour DRW transit buses manufactured January 3, 2006, to August 1, 2014, and equipped with certain Ricon model S2005, S2010, S5005, S5010, S5505, S5510 wheelchair lifts. The affected lifts are equipped with folding link arms that may have pivot holes that are too big, allowing the bearings to move out of position.
NHTSA ID: 15V564000
Component:
# of Units Affected: 52
Consequence Summary:
If the bearings move out of position, the stowed platform may have excessive movement resulting in failure of the platform mounting. This failure could cause the wheel chair lift platform to fall out of the vehicle when the doors are opened, increasing the risk of injury for the lift operator.
Corrective Action:
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the link arms for damage or for displaced bearings. The platform will be inspected for cracks. Any damaged parts will be replaced, free of charge. The recall began on November 2, 2015. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-745-8000. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-686.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 1.92
July 7, 2015
(Campaign #: FL-685)
Exterior Emergency Door Handle may Detach
Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain model year 2002-2013 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner ER, 2001-2005 Saf-T-Liner Conventional, 2002-2013 Saf-T-Liner MVP-EF, 2013 Saf-T-Liner EFX, 2001-2008 Saf-T-Liner FS65, 2005-2013 Saf-T-Liner C2, 2003-2013 Saf-T-Liner HDX, 2002-2003 Saf-T-Liner MVP-ER, 2002 Vista, and 2002-2003 TL-960 school buses manufactured from February 5, 2001, through May 29, 2012. In the affected vehicles, the stem that connects the outside emergency door handle to the emergency door opening mechanism may corrode.
NHTSA ID: 15V432000
Component: STRUCTURE
# of Units Affected: 103,038
Consequence Summary:
If the stem corrodes, the door handle could detach from the emergency door opening mechanism, delaying the opening of the door and the evacuation of the bus. In the event of an emergency, this may increase the risk of injury to the bus occupants.
Corrective Action:
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will either replace the stems or protect them against corrosion, free of charge. Daimler issued an interim notification to owners on August 25, 2015. The recall began on December 24, 2015. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-745-8000. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-685.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 40.53
July 6, 2015
(Campaign #: FL-685)
Exterior Emergency Door Handle may Detach
Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain model year 2002-2004 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner ER, 2001-2005 Saf-T-Liner Conventional, 2002-2013 Saf-T-Liner MVP-EF, 2013 Saf-T-Liner EFX, 2001-2008 Saf-T-Liner FS65, 2005-2013 Saf-T-Liner C2, 2003-2013 Saf-T-Liner HDX, 2002-2003 Saf-T-Liner MVP-ER, 2002 Vista, and 2002-2003 TL-960 non-school buses. In the affected vehicles, the stem that connects the outside emergency door handle to the emergency door opening mechanism may corrode.
NHTSA ID: 15V425000
Component: STRUCTURE
# of Units Affected: 3,013
Consequence Summary:
If the stem corrodes, the door handle could detach from the emergency door opening mechanism, delaying the opening of the door and the evacuation of the bus. In the event of an emergency, this may increase the risk of injury to the bus occupants.
Corrective Action:
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will either replace the stems or protect them against corrosion, free of charge. An interim notice was mailed to owners on August 28, 2015. The recall began on December 24, 2015. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-745-8000. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-685.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 14.58
June 17, 2015
(Campaign #: FL-683)
Speedometer may not Display the Vehicle Speed
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain model year 2015 Western Star 4700, 4800 and 4900 trucks manufactured November 15, 2014, to January 30, 2015. In the affected vehicles, the speedometer may not operate properly, possibly not displaying the vehicle's speed.
NHTSA ID: 15V383000
Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
# of Units Affected: 21
Consequence Summary:
If the speedometer does not show the vehicle speed, the driver may unknowingly exceed the posted speed limit, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will install a new speedometer, free of charge. The recall began on July 28, 2015. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-745-8000. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-683.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 71.43
June 10, 2015
(Campaign #: FL-684)
Driver Frontal Air Bag Inflator May Rupture
Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain model year 2008-2009 Sterling Bullet 4500 and 5500 trucks manufactured October 15, 2007, to November 10, 2008. The affected vehicles are equipped with a dual-stage driver frontal air bag that may be susceptible to moisture intrusion which, over time, could cause the inflator to rupture.
NHTSA ID: 15V361000
Component: AIR BAGS
# of Units Affected: 2,601
Consequence Summary:
In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, the inflator could rupture with metal fragments striking and potentially seriously injuring the driver or other occupants.
Corrective Action:
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's frontal air bag, free of charge. The recall began on October 6, 2015. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-745-8000. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-684.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 36.4
June 3, 2015
(Campaign #: FL-681)
Vent Tube May Detach from Engine Breather
Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain model year 2007-2016 Freightliner 114SD and M2 Business Class trucks, 2008-2009 Sterling LT8500 trucks and Thomas Built Bus Saf-T-Liner HDX transit buses equipped with certain Cummins Westport ISL G engines. Excessive engine crankcase pressures may cause the 90-degree elbow of the vent tube assembly to detach from the crankcase ventilation breather, possibly allowing engine oil to come into contact with hot surfaces.
NHTSA ID: 15V343000
Component: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
# of Units Affected: 3,200
Consequence Summary:
If engine oil comes into contact with a hot surface, there is an increased risk of a fire.
Corrective Action:
Cummins will notify owners on behalf of DTNA, and dealers will secure the ends of the 90-degree elbow. In addition, the electronic control module (ECM) will be reprogrammed with software that can adjust the engine output under misfire conditions to limit crankcase pressures. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on June 12, 2015. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-745-8000 or Cummins customer service at 1-800-343-7357. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-681.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
June 3, 2015
(Campaign #: FL-681)
Vent Tube May Detach from Engine Breather
Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain model year 2008-2015 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner HDX school buses manufactured May 25, 2008, to December 18, 2014, and equipped with certain Cummins Westport ISL G engines. Excessive engine crankcase pressures may cause the 90-degree elbow of the vent tube assembly to detach from the crankcase ventilation breather, possibly allowing engine oil to come into contact with hot surfaces.
NHTSA ID: 15V344000
Component: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
# of Units Affected: 746
Consequence Summary:
If engine oil comes into contact with a hot surface, there is an increased risk of a fire.
Corrective Action:
Cummins will notify owners on behalf of DTNA, and dealers secure the ends of the 90-degree elbow. In addition, the electronic control module (ECM) will be reprogrammed with software that can adjust the engine output under misfire conditions to limit crankcase pressures. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on June 12, 2015. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-745-8000, or Cummins customer service at 1-800-343-7357. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-681.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
March 30, 2015
(Campaign #: FL676)
Improperly Seated Brake Chamber Diaphragm
Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain model year 2015 Freightliner Cascadia, Business Class M2, 108SD, 114SD, 122SD, Coronado, Western Star 4700, and Western Star 4900 trucks manufactured October 6, 2014, to February 16, 2015, and equipped with Haldex Life Seal brake chambers. The affected vehicles may experience brake drag due to an improperly seated diaphragm in the brake chamber.
NHTSA ID: 15V185000
Component:
# of Units Affected: 3,732
Consequence Summary:
While traveling at highway speeds, brake drag may cause loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake chambers, free of charge. Owners were mailed interim notices at the end of May 2015. The recall began on September 25, 2015. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-745-8000. DTNA's number for this recall is FL676.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 37.67
March 27, 2015
(Campaign #: FL680)
Kidde Handheld Fire Extinguisher may not Discharge
Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Western Star 4700, 4900, 5700, and 6900 trucks manufactured from July 23, 2013, through December 4, 2014, and equipped with certain Kidde disposable handheld fire extinguishers. These fire extinguishers may not fully discharge as designed when the lever is repeatedly pressed and released.
NHTSA ID: 15V182000
Component:
# of Units Affected: 2,226
Consequence Summary:
In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not work correctly, there is an increased risk of injury to the truck occupants.
Corrective Action:
DTNA will notify owners, and Kidde will provide a replacement extinguisher when contacted directly or affected owners may go to an authorized DTNA repair facility to order a replacement fire extinguisher, free of charge. The recall began on May 26, 2015. Affected owners may contact Kidde directly toll free at (855) 283-7991 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-745-8000. DTNA's number for this recall is FL680.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 38.01
March 4, 2015
(Campaign #: FL-679)
Water Intrusion Causing Electrical Shorts
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.
NHTSA ID: 15V127000
Component:
# of Units Affected: 45,036
Consequence Summary:
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.
Corrective Action:
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.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 46.25
February 23, 2015
(Campaign #: FL-678)
Corrosion of Fuel Hoses may Result in CNG Leak
Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Freightliner Cascadia trucks manufactured November 19, 2013, to July 14, 2014, and equipped with certain model Side-Mount compressed natural gas (CNG) Fuel Systems, Part No. 23736011, manufactured August 1, 2013, to August 21, 2014 and Motion Industries T1700-06 flexible fuel hoses. The stainless steel braid hose reinforcement may corrode prematurely near the fitting crimp inside the slave tank enclosure.
NHTSA ID: 15V105000
Component: FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER
# of Units Affected: 14
Consequence Summary:
If the corrosion progresses and goes undetected, the hose could begin to leak CNG, increasing the risk of a fire in the presence of an ignition source.
Corrective Action:
DTNA will notify owners and dealers will replace the defective hose, free of charge. The recall began on April 1, 2015. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-745-8000. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-678.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 0
February 19, 2015
(Campaign #: FL-677)
Incorrect Brake Boost Pump Switch
Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain model year 2015 Freightliner Business Class M2 vehicles manufactured June 4, 2014, to December 1, 2014 that are equipped with hydraulic brakes and a Bosch Hydro-Max Brake Boost Pump. Due to an incompatibility between the boost pump switch and the instrument cluster, certain instrument display brake warnings may not illuminate correctly when there is a problem with the brake system.
NHTSA ID: 15V094000
Component:
# of Units Affected: 153
Consequence Summary:
If the instrument panel doesn't display warnings, the driver may be unaware that braking force is reduced, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will install the correct brake switch, free of charge. The recall began on April 13, 2015. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-745-8000. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-677.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 76.47
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