NHTSA Recall 09V376000: Air bags
DAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 14 vehicles. It affects 2008–2009 Freightliner Cascadia.
| NHTSA campaign | 09V376000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | FL-559 |
| Component | AIR BAGS |
| Report received | September 23, 2009 |
| Owner notification | December 1, 2009 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Daimler trucks is recalling certain model year 2008 through 2009 trucks equipped with indiana mills and manufacturing rolltek side-roll protection systems. The sensor designed to detect vehicle roll can malfunction and cause the side airbags to inadvertently deploy.
Safety risk
Inadvertent deployment of the side airbags could result in a vehicle crash or injury to an out of position occupant.
Remedy
Daimler trucks will inspect to determine if a vehicle contains an affected system and, if so, that system will be replaced free of charge. The recall is expected to begin on or before november 20, 2009. Owners may contact daimler trucks at 1-800-547-0712.
Notes
Damiler recall no.fl-559.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .
Vehicles covered by recall 09V376000
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.