Recall 21V-357: 2017–2022 Freightliner Cascadia

Daimler Trucks North America, LLC recall for exterior lighting, reported to NHTSA on May 14, 2021, covering about 72,510 vehicles.

NHTSA number
21V-357
Report date
May 14, 2021
Vehicles affected
72,510
Owners notified
Jul 9, 2021

The problem

Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2017-2022 Freightliner Cascadia vehicles equipped with halogen headlight assemblies. The halogen headlight bulb may dislodge during replacement and contact other vehicle components, possibly causing them to melt.

The risk

Melting components can increase the risk of fire.

The fix

Dealers will install a foam grommet, cut a 4-inch access hole into the inner fender, and add a warning label on both fenders, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on July 9, 2021. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-887.

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.nhtsa.gov.

Recall details

ManufacturerDaimler Trucks North America, LLC
ComponentExterior Lighting › Headlights › Bulbs
Recall started byNHTSA (Office of Defects Investigation)
NHTSA campaign number21V357000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Freightliner Cascadia2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022All 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 21V-357?

Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2017-2022 Freightliner Cascadia vehicles equipped with halogen headlight assemblies. The halogen headlight bulb may dislodge during replacement and contact other vehicle components, possibly causing them to melt.

How is recall 21V-357 fixed?

Dealers will install a foam grommet, cut a 4-inch access hole into the inner fender, and add a warning label on both fenders, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on July 9, 2021. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-887.

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.