Transport Canada Recall - 2019066 -
Brand(s)
Summary
Affected products
2016 | FREIGHTLINER | CASCADIA
Issue
Brake vibrations may cause a steering tie rod to fail. If the tie rod fails and separates, the connection between the front wheels could be lost, reducing a driver’s ability to steer. Note: This problem only affects one vehicle built with a specific combination of a Hendrickson 5" drop axle, brake linings and stamped brake spiders.
Safety risk
A reduced ability to steer could increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective actions
The company will notify owners by mail. Owners will be instructed to take their vehicle to a Daimler Trucks North America authorized service facility to have the brake spiders and tie rod replaced.
Background
Visit Transport Canada’s Motor Vehicle Safety Recalls Database for the original recall.
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