NHTSA Recall 17V730000: Automatic transmission (power train)
Daimler Trucks North America LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 231 vehicles. It affects 2018 Freightliner Cascadia.
| NHTSA campaign | 17V730000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | FL-754 |
| Component | POWER TRAIN › AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION |
| Report received | November 17, 2017 |
| Owner notification | February 28, 2018 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2018 Freightliner Cascadia trucks equipped with Detroit automatic transmissions. A shift lock bolt within the transmission can seize, preventing the transmission from being shifted out of gear range 7 through 12.
Safety risk
If the transmission cannot be shifted out of gear range 7 through 12, the engine may stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the transmissions and replace the transmission shift bolt, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on February 28, 2018. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-754.
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 17V730000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Freightliner Cascadia | 2018 |
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.