Recall 17V629000

STEERING

Report Date

20171006

Component

STEERING

Affected Vehicles

2 models

Defect Description

Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Freightliner Cascadia vehicles. The upper steering pinch bolt may not have been properly tightened, possibly causing a loss of mechanical connection between the steering wheel and front wheels.

Safety Consequence

A loss of steering control increases the risk of a crash.

Remedy

DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will verify that the upper steering shaft pinch bolt is properly tightened, free of charge. The recall began on October 26, 2017. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-748. Note: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until they have been checked.

Affected Vehicles

Year	Make	Model
2017	FREIGHTLINER	CASCADIA
2018	FREIGHTLINER	CASCADIA

Check your vehicle: Visit NHTSA.gov and enter your VIN to see if your specific vehicle is affected.