NHTSA recall campaign
18V699000
ManufacturerDaimler Trucks North America LLCReported2018-10-05Affected622 vehicles
What was wrong
Defect
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2019 Freightliner Cascadia and Western Star 5700 vehicles. The steering wheel on these vehicles may loosen over time and the steering wheel may detach from the steering column.
Risk
If the steering wheel detaches, there would be a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will correct the steering wheel installation, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began November 21, 2018. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL796.
To check whether your specific VIN is covered and to find a participating dealer, look this campaign up on NHTSA.gov →