FREIGHTLINER CASCADIA 2016: EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 16V143000
| Make | Model | Year |
|---|---|---|
| FREIGHTLINER | CASCADIA | 2016 |
| Date Owners Notified | Date Received by ODI | Date Added to Database |
| 2016-05-12 | 2016-03-09 | 2016-03-09 |
Production Dates: 2014-03-24 - 2015-11-09
Manufacturers Involved: Daimler Trucks North America, LLC
Manufacturer Campaign Number: FL-703
Component: EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
Potential Number Of Units Affected: 8865
Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report
Daimler Trucks North America LLC "DTNA" is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Freightliner Cascadia trucks manufactured from March 24, 2014, through November 9, 2015. The affected vehicles are equipped with Bergstrom Parksmart HVAC auxiliary units. On these units, there may be inadequate contact between the electrical connector on the compressor and electrical pins causing a high electrical resistance resulting in excessive heat.
The overheated connection can increase the risk of a fire.
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the connector caps. Additionally, dealers will replace the harnesses if there is evidence of heat discoloration. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on May 12, 2016. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's recall number for this campaign is FL-703.
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.
