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Freightliner recall: Equipment

What is wrong

Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Freightliner Cascadia trucks manufactured from March 24, 2014, through November 9, 2015. The affected vehicles are equipped with Bergstrom Parksmart HVAC auxiliary units. On these units, there may be inadequate contact between the electrical connector on the compressor and electrical pins causing a high electrical resistance resulting in excessive heat.

What could happen

The overheated connection can increase the risk of a fire.

The fix

DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the connector caps. Additionally, dealers will replace the harnesses if there is evidence of heat discoloration. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on May 12, 2016. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's recall number for this campaign is FL-703.

Vehicles covered

Facts

NHTSA recall number
16V143000
Type
Vehicle
Filed by
Daimler Trucks North America LLC
Reported to NHTSA
Mar 9, 2016
Owners notified
May 12, 2016
Vehicles or items affected
8,865
Started by
The manufacturer
Built
Mar 24, 2014 to Nov 9, 2015
Part
Equipment › Appliance › Air conditioner; Equipment › Electrical
Maker's own recall number
FL-703

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.

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