Recall 10V-102: 2008–2010 Freightliner Cascadia

DAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA recall for electrical system, reported to NHTSA on Mar 16, 2010, covering about 490 vehicles.

NHTSA number
10V-102
Report date
Mar 16, 2010
Vehicles affected
490
Owners notified
Aug 4, 2010

The problem

Daimler trucks has notified NHTSA of a defect in certain model year 2008 through 2010 cascadia equipped with lifeguard rolltek advanced occupant protection system. The lifeguard rolltek is designed to provide additional protection to vehicle occupants in the event of a rollover accident and it may not have been properly installed.

The risk

Reduced effectiveness of the advanced occupant protection system may increase the risk of injury.

The fix

Dealers will inspect and install an additional retainers to ensure the system remains fully functional. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on august 4, 2010. Owners may contact daimler trucks at 1-800-547-0712.

Notes

Daimler recall no. Fl-573.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (Tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .

Recall details

ManufacturerDAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA
ComponentElectrical System › Software
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number10V102000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Freightliner Cascadia2008, 2009, 2010All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 10V-102?

Daimler trucks has notified NHTSA of a defect in certain model year 2008 through 2010 cascadia equipped with lifeguard rolltek advanced occupant protection system. The lifeguard rolltek is designed to provide additional protection to vehicle occupants in the event of a rollover accident and it may not have been properly installed.

How is recall 10V-102 fixed?

Dealers will inspect and install an additional retainers to ensure the system remains fully functional. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on august 4, 2010. Owners may contact daimler trucks at 1-800-547-0712.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.