Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Freightliner Cascadia vehicles. The upper steering pinch bolt may not have been properly tightened, possibly causing a loss of mechanical connection between the steering wheel and front wheels.
Daimler Trucks North America – Loose Upper Pinch Bolt may cause Loss of Steering
| Report Received Date | 10/06/2017 |
| NHTSA ID | 17V629000 |
| Consequence Summary | A loss of steering control increases the risk of a crash. |
| Corrective Action | DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will verify that the upper steering shaft pinch bolt is properly tightened, free of charge. The recall began on October 26, 2017. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-748. Note: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until they have been checked. |
| Recall Code | FL-748 |
| Potentially Affected | 138 |
| Fire Risk When Parked | No |
| Do Not Drive | Yes |
| Recall Link | Go to Recall (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=17V629000) |
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