Power train: clutch assemblyRecall 21V-209 · Freightliner and Western Star vehicles
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC recall 21V-209 covers 2 Freightliner and Western Star vehicles for a power train: clutch assembly problem, reported to NHTSA on March 24, 2021. The manufacturer's latest report (2021 Q2) shows 100% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 21V209000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2021 Freightliner Cascadia and Western Star 4700 vehicles. The clutch flange may break.
The risk
If flange failure occurs, loose parts may fall into the clutch pressure plate assembly, resulting in clutch disengagement, thereby increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the clutch on the affected vehicles, free of charge. The recall began on May 7, 2021. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-881.
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.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.