NHTSA Recall 21V007000: Tread/belt (tires) and tires
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 4,341 vehicles. It affects 2020–2022 Freightliner Cascadia.
| NHTSA campaign | 21V007000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | FL872 |
| Components | TIRES › TREAD/BELT; TIRES |
| Report received | January 13, 2021 |
| Owner notification | March 10, 2021 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Freightliner Cascadia sleeper trucks equipped with Bridgestone R284, R268, or R283S ECOPIA steer axle tires in conjunction with a specific air dam. The steer tires may experience tread separation or blow-outs while driving.
Safety risk
Tread separation and/or blow-outs while driving may result in a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the steer tires, free of charge. The recall began March 10, 2021. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL872.
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 21V007000
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.