NHTSA Recall 09V391000: Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings (fuel system)
DAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 10,185 vehicles. It affects 7 models including the Freightliner Cascadia.
| NHTSA campaign | 09V391000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 09C-2 |
| Component | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE › DELIVERY › HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS |
| Report received | October 6, 2009 |
| Owner notification | May 7, 2010 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Daimler trucks is recalling certain model year 2006 through 2010 heavy trucks manufactured between january 17, 2006 and march 31, 2009, equipped with epa07 model mbe4000 engines built with plastic low pressure fuel lines. The plastic lines may experience leaks due to fatigue cracks caused by stress and vibration combined with high internal pressure.
Safety risk
If a diesel fuel leak continues undetected under certain conditions fuel may ignite on a hot engine surface and/or fuel may spill on the road increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Daimler trucks will notify owners and the remedy will be performed by detroit diesel corporation authorized repair facilities and direct warranty customers. The safety recall began on may 7, 2010. Owners may contact daimler trucks at 1-800-547-0712.
Notes
Daimler truck's recall campaign number is 09c-2.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 09V391000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Freightliner Cascadia | 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010 |
| Freightliner Century | 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010 |
| Freightliner Columbia | 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010 |
| Freightliner Fld | 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010 |
| Sterling 8500 | 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010 |
| Sterling 9500 | 2009, 2010 |
| Western Star 4900 | 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010 |
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.