NHTSA lists 3 complaints for the 2026 Freightliner Cascadia, 0 of them mention a crash and 0 mention a fire. 0 complaints mention an injury, with 0 injuries and 0 deaths reported.
Data build 2026-10-08.
NHTSA lists this vehicle as FREIGHTLINER CASCADIA.
Model-generated complaint tags
These labels are model-generated, not NHTSA data.
Failure modes| Label | Count | Share of tagged | Mean confidence |
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| electrical electronic | 2 | 66.7% | 0.98 |
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| mechanical failure | 1 | 33.3% | 0.98 |
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Severities| Label | Count | Share of tagged | Mean confidence |
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| moderate | 3 | 100.0% | 0.84 |
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Model: typesafe/jev-1.13-20260917; schema version: tag-v1. 3 tagged complaints of 3 complaints (100.0%).
Confidence is the model's own probability for the label it chose (0 to 1), not accuracy.
Model-generated labels on tagged complaints only. Model years 2013 and newer are tagged in full; 2012 in part (see tagged_share); earlier model years have no tags. NHTSA's own flags remain separate in the complaints block.
Recalls
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3 recalls.
Date: 2025-09-11. Systems: STEERING.
Defect: Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2024-2026 Western Star 47X, Freightliner Business Class M2, FCCC MT55G, 2025-2026 Western Star 49X, Freightliner Cascadia, Freightliner 114SD, FCCC MT45G, FCCC S2RV106, 2026 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2, Freightliner eCascadia, FCCC S2C106, and Freightliner 108SD vehicles. The tie rod castle nut and cotter pin may not be installed (excerpt)
Consequence: A loss of vehicle steering control increases the risk of a crash. (excerpt)
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the tie rod assembly, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 10, 2025. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is D25R2. (excerpt)
Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.
Date: 2025-09-11. Systems: SERVICE BRAKES, AIR.
Defect: Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2025 FCCC XCR, FCCC XBS, FCCC MT45, Western Star 57X, 2025-2026 Freightliner Business Class M2, Freightliner Cascadia, Freightliner 114SD, Freightliner 108SD, FCCC MT55G, FCCC MT45G, FCCC XCP, FCCC XCM, Western Star 49X, Western Star 47X, 2026 Freightliner Cascadia 5th Gen, FCCC MT55, and FCCC MT50E vehicles. The brake caliper mounting (excerpt)
Consequence: A loss of brake function can increase the risk of a crash. In addition, a damaged wheel or tire can lead to a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash. (excerpt)
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace or tighten the brake caliper mounting bolts, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 10, 2025. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is F1023. (excerpt)
Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.
Date: 2025-03-25. Systems: EXTERIOR LIGHTING, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE.
Defect: Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2026 Freightliner eM2, Freightliner 108SD, Freightliner 114SD, Freightliner Cascadia, 2025-2026 Freightliner Business Class M2, Western Star 47X, and Western Star 49X vehicles. A software error in the advanced signal and actuator module for the automatic emergency braking system may cause the brake lights to fail to illuminate.
Consequence: Brake lights that fail increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will update the automatic emergency braking system software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 15, 2025. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is F1018.
Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.
Manufacturer communications
121 manufacturer communications.
Communications by system| System | Count |
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| POWER TRAIN | 23 |
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| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 22 |
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| ENGINE | 20 |
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| UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 15 |
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| VISIBILITY/WIPER | 11 |
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| SERVICE BRAKES | 10 |
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| FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE | 9 |
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| FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM | 9 |
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11036680
Date: 2026-09-01. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: STRUCTURE.
Draining Water Trapped in the Upper A-Pillar
11036662
Date: 2026-08-06. Type: Other. Systems: SERVICE BRAKES.
Revised Warranty Information letter for missing chamber caging bolts
11035536
Date: 2026-07-21. Type: Other. Systems: FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE.
Truck Equipment Manufacturer upfit guide for Detroit Assurance Forward Radar Relocation and Adjustment
11035715
Date: 2026-07-17. Type: Other. Systems: ENGINE.
CX Advocate for Lost/Damaged Replacement F1011/F1015 Labels
11035534
Date: 2026-07-15. Type: Service Campaign. Systems: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
Field Service campaign for Cascadia CTP3 Antennas
11035544
Date: 2026-07-15. Type: Service Campaign. Systems: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
Field Service campaign for Cascadia CTP3 Antennas
11035545
Date: 2026-07-15. Type: Service Campaign. Systems: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
Field Service campaign for Cascadia CTP3 Antennas
11034535
Date: 2026-06-30. Type: Other. Systems: SERVICE BRAKES.
Warranty Information letter for missing chamber caging bolts
11034534
Date: 2026-06-22. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: POWER TRAIN.
Technical Service Bulletin for Chelsea PTO Quality Issue
11034519
Date: 2026-06-18. Type: Other. Systems: EXTERIOR LIGHTING.
CX Advocate for Utility Lamp water intrusion