NHTSA Recall 13V538000: Axle assembly (power train)
Daimler Trucks North America reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 81 vehicles. It affects 2013 Freightliner Cascadia.
| NHTSA campaign | 13V538000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | FL-653 |
| Component | POWER TRAIN › AXLE ASSEMBLY |
| Report received | October 30, 2013 |
| Owner notification | December 26, 2013 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA) is recalling certain model year 2013 Freightliner Cascadia vehicles with rear axles assembled by Meritor and equipped with ConMet Preset Plus Hubs manufactured from August 6, 2012 through December 7, 2012. In the affected axles, the axle hub may be missing a locking snap ring.
Safety risk
If the snap ring is missing, the rear wheels may separate from the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the affected wheel ends for the lock ring, and install them as necessary, free of charge. The safety recall began on December 26, 2013. Owners may contact DTNA at 1-503-745-6910. The manufacturer's recall number is FL-653.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 13V538000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Freightliner Cascadia | 2013 |
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.