Recall 18V-525: 2018–2019 Freightliner 108SD, 2018–2019 Freightliner 114SD and 5 more
Daimler Trucks North America LLC recall for service brakes, air, reported to NHTSA on Aug 9, 2018, covering about 4,155 vehicles.
The problem
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Freightliner 108SD, 114SD, 122SD, Cascadia, Columbia, Coronado, and Business Class M2 vehicles. During manufacturing, the brake caliper mounting bolts may have been insufficiently tightened.
The risk
Loose brake caliper mounting bolts can reduce brake effectiveness, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will check and tighten the brake caliper mounting bolts, free of charge. The recall began October 5, 2018. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-783.
Notes
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.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | Daimler Trucks North America LLC |
|---|---|
| Component | Service Brakes, Air › Disc › Caliper |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 18V525000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Freightliner 108SD | 2018, 2019 | All years |
| Freightliner 114SD | 2018, 2019 | All years |
| Freightliner 122SD | 2018, 2019 | All years |
| Freightliner Business Class M2 | 2018, 2019 | All years |
| Freightliner Cascadia | 2018, 2019 | All years |
| Freightliner Columbia | 2018, 2019 | All years |
| Freightliner Coronado | 2018, 2019 | All 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 18V-525?
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Freightliner 108SD, 114SD, 122SD, Cascadia, Columbia, Coronado, and Business Class M2 vehicles. During manufacturing, the brake caliper mounting bolts may have been insufficiently tightened.
How is recall 18V-525 fixed?
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will check and tighten the brake caliper mounting bolts, free of charge. The recall began October 5, 2018. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-783.
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.