NHTSA Recall 16V143000
NHTSA Campaign Id 16V143000; Date: Mar. 9, 2016
The overheated connection can increase the risk of a fire.
Recalled Vehicles:
2015 Freightliner Cascadia; 2016 Freightliner Cascadia
Component: Equipment:electrical
Manufactured by: Daimler Trucks North America Llc
Affected Units:: 8,865
Recall Summary:
Daimler trucks north America LLC (dtna) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 freightliner cascadia trucks manufactured from March 24, 2014, through November 9, 2015. The affected vehicles are equipped with bergstrom parksmart hvac auxiliary units. On these units, there may be inadequate contact between the electrical connector on the compressor and electrical pins causing a high electrical resistance resulting in excessive heat.
How to Fix:
Dtna will notify owners, and dealers will replace the connector caps. Additionally, dealers will replace the harnesses if there is evidence of heat discoloration. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on may 12, 2016. Owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712. Dtna's recall number for this campaign is FL-703.
Recall 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.safercar.gov.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: May 12, 2016
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