NHTSA Recall 21V689000: Connection (steering)
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 113,085 vehicles. It affects 2019–2021 Freightliner Cascadia.
| NHTSA campaign | 21V689000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | FL-900 |
| Component | STEERING › LINKAGES › DRAG › LINK › CONNECTION |
| Report received | September 2, 2021 |
| Owner notification | October 29, 2021 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2019 Freightliner Classic Cascadia and 2019-2021 Freightliner Cascadia trucks. The drag link taper joint may not have been tightened sufficiently and could come loose, resulting in a complete separation of the drag link from the steering arm.
Safety risk
Drag link separation can cause a complete loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
DTNA will inspect the drag link taper joint and repair it as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on October 29, 2021. Owners may contact DTNA's customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-900.
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.nhtsa.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 21V689000
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.