NHTSA Recall 21V715000: Exhaust system (engine and engine cooling)
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 460 vehicles. It affects 2022 Freightliner Cascadia.
| NHTSA campaign | 21V715000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | FL-901 |
| Component | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING › EXHAUST SYSTEM |
| Report received | September 15, 2021 |
| Owner notification | November 12, 2021 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2022 Freightliner Cascadia vehicles. The exhaust pipe outlet may have been improperly installed with the tip facing towards the battery box mounted directly above the frame rail.
Safety risk
The exhaust heat may melt the battery box, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and rotate exhaust pipe tip as required. Owner notification letters were mailed on November 14, 2021. Owners may contact DTNA's customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-901.
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 21V715000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Freightliner Cascadia | 2022 |
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.