repaired · 2026 Q3
Steering: critical fasteners
Risk. A loss of vehicle steering control increases the risk of a crash.
2025 Freightliner CascadiaProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 2 owner complaints about the 2025 Freightliner Cascadia, most often about the engine and engine cooling. It is covered by 8 safety recalls, and for recall 25V-295 the manufacturer reports only 56% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through October 2, 2026. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2025 Freightliner Cascadia has problems
2 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
1Engine and engine cooling
1Exterior lighting
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and engine cooling | 1 | 0 |
| Exterior lighting | 1 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
8 recalls
2025 Freightliner Cascadia recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
repaired · 2026 Q3
Service brakes, air: critical fasteners
Risk. A loss of brake function can increase the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2026 Q3
Supply: reservoir/tank
Risk. Reduced brake performance can extend the distance required to stop, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2026 Q3
Delivery: fuel pump
Risk. An engine stall increases the risk of a crash.
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repaired · 2026 Q2
Linkages: tie rod assembly
Risk. Tie rod failure can cause a loss of vehicle steering control and increase the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2026 Q2
Linkages: tie rod assembly
Risk. The ball stud can separate from the vehicle becoming a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2026 Q2
Linkages: tie rod assembly
Risk. Tie rod separation can cause a sudden loss of steering control and increase the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2025 Q4
Electronic stability control (ESC)
Risk. Incorrect parameters can decrease vehicle stability or braking performance, increasing the risk of crash.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Freightliner.
Best & worst years
2025 vs. every other Cascadia year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the Cascadia median. How we score
'02'03'04'05'06'07'08'09'10'11'12'13'14'15'16'17'18'19'20'21'22'23'24'25'26'27
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
In owners' words
What Cascadia owners report
Recent engine and engine cooling complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
The contact, a mobile technician from All Fleet Inc Truck and Trailer Repair was contacted to provide roadside assistance for a 2025 Freightliner Cascadia that had a check engine warning light illuminated and the vehicle went into LIMP Mode while driving. Upon arrival, the technician discovered a…
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