2021 Freightliner Coronado recalls

Defect: Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2019-2021 Freightliner 108SD, 114SD, 122SD, Columbia, Coronado, Business Class M2, and 2020 Freightliner Cascadia vehicles. The drag link taper joint may not have been tightened sufficiently and could come loose, resulting in a complete separation of the drag link from the steering arm.

Why it matters: Drag link separation can cause a complete loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.

DTNA will inspect the drag link taper joint and repair it, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 21, 2023. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL967. This recall expands recall number 21V-689.

Owner notification: April 21, 2023 · Filing manufacturer: Daimler Trucks North America, LLC

Defect: Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Freightliner Coronado vehicles equipped with a foldable upper bunk. The mounting pivot bolts for the upper bunk may not have been tightened properly and may loosen.

Why it matters: A loose mounting pivot bolt may cause the upper bunk to fall, increasing the risk of injury.

Dealers will tighten the mounting pivot bolt, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 29, 2023. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL964.

Owner notification: March 29, 2023 · Filing manufacturer: Daimler Trucks North America, LLC

Defect: Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Western Star 4700 and 4900 and Freightliner Coronado, 108SD and 114SD vehicles. The vehicle certification label contains incorrect information, stating a Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) that exceeds the tire capacity rating. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 120, "Wheels and Rims-Other than passenger cars.".

Why it matters: Incorrect weight rating information on the certification labels could result in potential overloading of the axles, increasing the risk of a crash.

DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will install accurate GAWR labels, free of charge. The recall began November 25, 2020. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-864.

Owner notification: November 25, 2020 · Filing manufacturer: Daimler Trucks North America LLC

Defect: Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2020 Freightliner 108SD and 2020-2021 Freightliner Coronado, 114SD, and Western Star 4700 and 4900 vehicles. The Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) on the certification label may be incorrect, possibly resulting in the vehicle being overloaded. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 120, "Wheels and Rims - Other Than Passenger Cars.".

Why it matters: An overloaded vehicle can increase the risk of a crash.

DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will update the GAWR labels, free of charge. The recall began May 28, 2020. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL847.

Owner notification: May 28, 2020 · Filing manufacturer: Daimler Trucks North America LLC