NHTSA Campaign Id 20V390000; Date: Jul. 2, 2020
brakes that pull to one side during automatic braking events may cause a sudden change in vehicle direction, increasing the risk of a crash.
2017 Freightliner Cascadia; 2018 Freightliner Cascadia; 2019 Freightliner Cascadia; 2020 Freightliner Cascadia; 2021 Freightliner Cascadia
Component: Service Brakes, Air:supply:quick Release Valve
Manufactured by: Daimler Trucks North America Llc
Affected Units:: 164,317
daimler trucks north america llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2017-2021 freightliner cascadia tractor trailers. the single brake modulator valve may be affected by chemical corrosion which can slow down the release timing and cause the brakes to pull to the affected side during automatic braking events.
dtna will notify owners, and dealers will perform repairs, free of charge. the manufacturer has not yet provided the repair procedures. this recall is expected to begin august 30, 2020. owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712. dtna's number for this recall is fl-855.
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.
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