NHTSA Recall 11V514000: Rack and pinion (steering)
DAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 9,689 vehicles. It affects 5 models including the Freightliner Cascadia.
| NHTSA campaign | 11V514000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | FL-614 |
| Component | STEERING › RACK AND PINION |
| Report received | October 13, 2011 |
| Owner notification | July 6, 2012 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Daimler trucks is recalling certain model year 2005-2011 freightliner cascadia, columbia, century, coronado, and classic xl trucks manufactured from november 1, 2004, through june 15, 2010 for the rack and pinion steering system. The lower pinion bearing may corrode and fail. A failed bearing may lead to damage of the spool valve seals. A damage spool valve seal may allow hydraulic fluid to flow to the right or left turn port instead of flowing to the return port.
Safety risk
The steering could unexpectedly turn left or right, making the vehicle more difficult to control and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Daimler trucks will inspect the lower bearing for corrosion. If corrosion is found, the rack and pinion system will be replaced. If no corrosion is found, on the bearing, the bearing will be packed with grease and the rubber bellows will be replaced with sealant added between the bellows and the rack housing. An interim letter was mailed in december 2011. Owners may contact daimler trucks toll-free at 1-800-547-0712.
Notes
Daimler trucks' safety recall number is fl-614.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 11V514000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Freightliner Cascadia | 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011 |
| Freightliner Century | 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011 |
| Freightliner Classic XL | 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011 |
| Freightliner Columbia | 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011 |
| Freightliner Coronado | 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011 |
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.