NHTSA recall campaign
21V689000
What was wrong
Defect
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2019 Freightliner Classic Cascadia and 2019-2021 Freightliner Cascadia trucks. The drag link taper joint may not have been tightened sufficiently and could come loose, resulting in a complete separation of the drag link from the steering arm.
Risk
Drag link separation can cause a complete loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
DTNA will inspect the drag link taper joint and repair it as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on October 29, 2021. Owners may contact DTNA's customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-900.
To check whether your specific VIN is covered and to find a participating dealer, look this campaign up on NHTSA.gov →