Daimler Trucks North America – Improperly Torqued Brake Caliper Mounting Bolts

Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Freightliner Cascadia vehicles. The brake caliper mounting bolts on these vehicles may not been properly tightened, potentially resulting in the caliper detaching.


Report Received Date 06/15/2018
NHTSA ID 18V411000
Consequence Summary If the calipers detach, there would be reduced braking performance, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the brake caliper mounting bolts, tightening them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on August 13, 2018. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-775.
Recall Code FL-775
Potentially Affected 18105
Fire Risk When Parked No
Do Not Drive No
Recall Link Go to Recall (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=18V411000)