NHTSA Recall 11V257000: Driveline (power train)
DAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 347 vehicles. It affects 3 models including the Freightliner Cascadia.
| NHTSA campaign | 11V257000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | FL-606 |
| Component | POWER TRAIN › DRIVELINE |
| Report received | April 26, 2011 |
| Owner notification | June 27, 2011 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Daimler trucks is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 freightliner cascadia, m2, and western star 4900 vehicles, manufactured from january 11, 2011, through february 21, 2011, and equipped with a meritor driveline. The tubing used to assemble the affected drivelines has a nonconforming seam weld with insufficient bonding of the material.
Safety risk
A tube seam weld that is not properly bonded can result in the driveline assembly fracturing along the length of the tube seam weld. The fractured tube can twist or sever. This could result in additional damage to the driveline, the vehicle to which it is attached and any additional nearby components. This may increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the drivelines free of charge. The safety recall began on june 27, 2011. Owners may contact daimler trucks at 1-800-547-0712.
Notes
Daimler safety recall no. Fl-606.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 11V257000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Freightliner Cascadia | 2011, 2012 |
| Freightliner M2 | 2011, 2012 |
| Freightliner Western Star | 2011, 2012 |
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.