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NHTSA recall · Reported March 9, 2016

FREIGHTLINER 2015-2016: EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER

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 aff…

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16V143000
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Freightliner recalled Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Freight….

FREIGHTLINER 2015-2016: EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER was recalled by Freightliner in March 9, 2016. Reason: Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Freightliner Cascadia truck…. Remedy: DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the connector caps. Additionally, deal…. Verify recall #16V143000 with the NHTSA before acting.

The recall

Freightliner issued this NHTSA recall-Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Freightliner Cascadia truck….

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Sourced from official NHTSA enforcement records. Verify recall #16V143000 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

The number of affected units is not disclosed in the agency filing, which is common for drug and food recalls where lot-level tracking supersedes unit counts. Distribution scope (see Distribution below) directly affects the consumer exposure window and determines whether a recall remains regional or escalates into a nationwide advisory. Consumers holding this product should act on the agency's documented remedy above rather than relying on general guidance.

Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 3 from NHTSA - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.

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Product description

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.

Reason for recall

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.

Hazard

The overheated connection can increase the risk of a fire.

Remedy, what to do

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.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the NHTSA recall record
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Agency National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
Severity class Not classified by agency
Status Active
Recall number 16V143000
Date reported March 9, 2016
Date initiated March 9, 2016
Recalling firm Freightliner
Affected scope Not disclosed
Distribution United States
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Profile values are sourced directly from the official NHTSA enforcement record. Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

What to do with this recall

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Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼
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.. Recalled by Freightliner.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
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 should consumers do? ▼
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.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the NHTSA on March 9, 2016. NHTSA does not publish a hazard classification for this recall. Recall number: 16V143000.
Where was the recalled product distributed? ▼
Distribution: United States.
How do I report an injury from a recalled product? ▼
Report injuries to the issuing agency: CPSC at SaferProducts.gov, NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem, or FDA via MedWatch. Document the product (photos, model/serial numbers, purchase receipts) and seek medical attention. Injury reports help agencies track hazard patterns and may strengthen enforcement actions.

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