The problem
Daimler trucks is recalling 14181 my 2007-2009 freightliner cascadia trucks equipped with cab signal-detect and activation modules (sams). Potential corrosion damage due to water intrusion into the sams may cause electrical shorts or intermittent operation of tail lamps, stop lamps, side marker lamps and trailer lighting. In some cases starter motors have activated without a key on.
The risk
An electrical short in the cab sam or chassis sam may cause melting in the sam or other electrical components which may cause a vehicle fire.
The fix
Dealers will inspect for indication of water intrusion or damage to the sams. Sams will be replaced as required and modifications will be completed to control possible sources of water intrusion. The recall is expected to begin on or before february 13, 2009. Owners may contact daimler trucks at 1-800-547-0712.
Contacts
Daimler trucks recall no. Fl545. Customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to <a href=http://www.Safercar.Gov>http://www.Safercar.Gov</a> .
What to do
- Check your VIN. Enter it at nhtsa.gov/recalls - it shows whether this recall applies to your vehicle and whether the repair has been done.
- Call a dealer. Any authorized Freightliner dealer will do the repair free, whether or not you bought the vehicle there. Quote campaign 09V024000.
- Ask about parts and a loaner. If parts aren't available yet, ask what to do in the meantime.
- Keep your paperwork. If you paid for this repair before the recall, you may be able to get reimbursed - here's how.