Transport Canada Recall - 2019066 - DAIMLER TRUCK NORTH AMERICA
Brand(s)
Summary
Please see corrective actions section below
Affected products
2016 | FREIGHTLINER | CASCADIA
Issue
Issue:
Brake vibrations may cause a steering tie rod to fail. If the tie rod fails and separates, the connection between the front wheels could be lost, reducing a driver’s ability to steer.
Note: This problem only affects one vehicle built with a specific combination of a Hendrickson 5" drop axle, brake linings and stamped brake spiders.
Safety Risk:
A reduced ability to steer could increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Actions:
The company will notify owners by mail. Owners will be instructed to take their vehicle to a Daimler Trucks North America authorized service facility to have the brake spiders and tie rod replaced.
Additional information
Background
Visit Transport Canada’s Motor Vehicle Safety Recalls Database for the original recall.
Details
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