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Vehicle recall · NHTSA · Published February 22, 2022

FREIGHTLINER CASCADIA (2022) recall — Electrical System

Daimler Trucks North America recalls 2022 Freightliner Cascadia trucks with potential brake software error causing loss of braking. Owners must contact DTNA for free software update.

🇺🇸 NHTSA recall #22V101000VehicleDaimler Trucks North America ›
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What happened, in plain English

Daimler Trucks North America is recalling certain 2022 Freightliner Cascadia trucks due to a software and brake system error that could cause loss of braking. This means the vehicle might not stop properly, increasing crash risk. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/80885-2022-freightliner-cascadia-brake-software-error-risk.

Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/80885-2022-freightliner-cascadia-brake-software-error-risk · Updated October 4, 2026 · Official notice: NHTSA #22V101000

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“2022 Freightliner Cascadia: Brake Software Error Risk.” GovInfoNow, updated October 4, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/80885-2022-freightliner-cascadia-brake-software-error-risk. Based on NHTSA recall #22V101000 (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=22V101000).

Why it’s dangerous

A software error in the braking system can cause temporary loss of braking power, making it difficult to stop the vehicle. This could lead to a crash if the driver needs to brake suddenly.

Who’s affected

Owners of 2022 Freightliner Cascadia trucks with the specific software and brake system combination are affected. Drivers using these vehicles without the software update face the highest risk.

How to tell if you have this one

Check for a recall notice mailed on March 10, 2022. The affected vehicles have a specific software and anti-lock brake system combination that may cause braking issues.

  • Brand
    Daimler Trucks North America
  • Category
    Vehicle
Based on the official NHTSA remedy

What to do — step by step

  1. Contact DTNA Customer Service

    Call 1-800-547-0712 to schedule a free software update at a DTNA service facility.

Official remedy

What NHTSA says to do

DTNA service facilities will update the software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on March 10, 2022. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL919.

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Questions people ask

Why is this recall happening?

A software error in the braking system can cause temporary loss of braking power, making it difficult to stop the vehicle.

How do I know if my truck is affected?

Check for a recall notice mailed on March 10, 2022. The affected vehicles have a specific software and anti-lock brake system combination.

Is there a risk of serious injury?

Yes, a loss of brakes increases the risk of a crash, which could cause serious injury.

Take action

Contact Daimler Trucks North America

We’ve drafted a message you can send Daimler Trucks North America to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.

Subject: Recall 22V101000 — Daimler Trucks North America Daimler Trucks North America

Hello,

I own a Daimler Trucks North America that is covered by recall 22V101000 from Daimler Trucks North America.

The official recall notice states: DTNA service facilities will update the software, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed on March 10, 2022.  Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712.  DTNA's number for this recall is FL919.

I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this?

Thank you.

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  • Official source: NHTSA Recall #22V101000 (February 22, 2022)
  • Plain-language summary written by qwen3:4b on October 4, 2026, from the official record above. Not reviewed by a person — if it conflicts with the NHTSA notice, the notice is correct. Report an error on this page.
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