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2017 FREIGHTLINER CASCADIA Recalled by Daimler Trucks North America LLC — POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY

Date: November 5, 2017
Company: Daimler Trucks North America LLC
Status: Ongoing
Source: NHTSA

What You Should Do

Stop using this product immediately. Do not consume, use, or distribute it.

DTNA will notify the owners, and Detroit Axle dealers will replace the output shaft, free of charge. The recall began on July 7, 2017. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-738.

Affected Products

2017 FREIGHTLINER CASCADIA. Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2017 Freightliner Cascadia and Western Star 5700 trucks built with NFD tandem rear axles. During the hardening process, the axle assembly output shaft may have been made brittle, possibly resulting in the output shaft fracturing while the vehicle is in use.

Why Was This Recalled?

If output shaft fractures while descending a grade, the compression braking will be ineffective. Additionally, large debris may land in the road. Both scenarios increase the risk of a crash.

Where Was This Sold?

Nationwide

About Daimler Trucks North America LLC

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Data sourced from the NHTSA. Last updated March 27, 2026. View original report