Model year

2005 Freightliner Cascadia

Body and fuel not decoded. Owner complaints on file from Jul 27, 2018 to Jul 27, 2018.

Recall campaigns covering this model year3108k vehicles or units across those campaigns
Owner complaints1Close to the median 2005 vehicle
Severity index0.0Crash, fire, injury or death per 100
First 24 months0Complaints in its first two years
Complaints over time

Complaints about the 2005 Freightliner Cascadia peaked in 2018, with 1 filed

Owner complaints about this model year, by the year they were filed with NHTSA.

00.250.50.7512018120192020202120222023202420252026
Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file. The lighter column runs through October.
Components

100% of complaints about the 2005 Freightliner Cascadia name tires

Owner complaints by component. Hover or focus a bar for the crash, fire, injury or death count.

Tires
1
Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file. A complaint can name more than one component; it is counted under the first.
Recalls

3 recall campaigns cover the 2005 Freightliner Cascadia

Check a specific vehicle by VIN on NHTSA's site: a campaign may cover only part of a model year's production.

Recall campaigns for the 2005 Freightliner Cascadia
CampaignFiledSubjectComponentVehiclesRemedy
17V-810Dec 15, 2017These vehicles are equipped with Kidde Plastic-Handle or Push Button 'Pindicator' Fire Extinguishers that may become clogged, preventing the…Equipment24,860Part replacement
11V-514Oct 13, 2011Lower pinion bearing may corrode and failSteering9,689Part replacement
11V-478Sep 16, 2011Plastic low pressure fuel line between engine mounted fuel filter and engine block may develop a substantial diesel fuel leakFuel system73,500Part replacement
Source: NHTSA ODI recalls file.
Owner complaints

What owners reported about the 2005 Freightliner Cascadia

The full text of every complaint filed with NHTSA about this model year, newest first. Complaints are filed by owners and are not verified by NHTSA; NHTSA removes personal details before publishing.

1 complaint on file, page 1 of 1.

  1. Filed Jul 27, 2018Failure Jun 15, 2018Maramar, FLTread/belt

    TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FREIGHTLINER CASCADIA EQUIPPED WITH AEOLUS ASL67 TIRES, SIZE: 295/75/R22.5 (NA). WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS HIGHWAY SPEEDS, A NOISE WAS PRESENT COMING FROM THE FRONT OF THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN UNKNOWN LOCAL SERVICE FACILITY WHO DETERMINED THAT THE FRONT DRIVER AND PASSENGER SIDE TIRES EXPERIENCED TREAD SEPARATION. THE TIRES WERE REPLACED. THE CAUSE OF THE FAILURES WAS NOT DETERMINED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED. THE VEHICLE AND TIRE FAILURE MILEAGE, VIN, AND DOT NUMBER WERE NOT AVAILABLE.

    NHTSA complaint 11114169
Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file.
Investigations

2 NHTSA investigations on file

  • AQ18002 Audit query, Lighting
    Daimler Trucks North America Recalls
    Opened Apr 23, 2018, closed Jul 11, 2024
  • PE09040 Preliminary evaluation, Steering
    RACK AND PINION FAILURE
    Opened Aug 31, 2009, closed Nov 19, 2009 · led to a recall
Source: NHTSA ODI investigations file.
Service bulletins

249 manufacturer communications cover this model year

Technical service bulletins and other notices the manufacturer sent to dealers. A bulletin is not a recall; the 60 most recent are listed.

  • 54302 Mar 5, 2019 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    ABS Light illuminating in the ICU.
  • 8V491 Feb 1, 2019 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    ICUC Bulb check function.
  • SS3672 Jul 10, 2017 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    SAM Cab & SAM Chassis Wall Charts
  • SS3704 Jul 14, 2017 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Cascadia Fault codes 6.0
  • SS469076 Jan 4, 2017 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Odometer racks up mileage when the vehicle is stationary - Cascadia
  • SS1023069 Sep 25, 2017 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Cascadia - Engine Will Not Crank (No Starter Output from SAM Cab)
  • SS1032974 Jul 11, 2017 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    SS 1032974 High Oil Pressure on 2017 DTNA Vehicles Instrument Cluster Display
  • SS469068 Dec 10, 2018 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    SS 469068 Cascadia SAM Cab, SAM Chassis, MSF and CGW Hardware Compatibility
  • SS1033047 Mar 30, 2017 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Service Solution SS 1033047 M2 Battery Drain Problem – Mismatched I...
  • SS1033121 Sep 21, 2018 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    SS 1033121 Adding a Fan Override Switch (Legacy Cascadia)
  • SS1033094 May 12, 2017 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Service Solution SS 1033094 KUS Float Tube Fuel Level Sensor Inform...
  • SS1033638 Jun 28, 2018 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    SS 1033638 - Power Window Express Down Module Discontinued
  • FAB158 Jul 1, 2014 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Freightliner Action Bulletin FAB158 Cummins Eaton SmartAdvantage
  • FAB154 Feb 1, 2014 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Freightliner Action Bulletin FAB154 New options for Cascadia
  • FAB153 Dec 1, 2013 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Freightliner Action Bulletin FAB153 New Harness Highway for Cascadia
  • FAB146 Aug 1, 2013 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Freightliner Action Bulletin FAB146 Cascadia LED headlights
  • FAB145 Aug 1, 2013 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Freightliner Action Bulletin FAB145 New Cascadia Roof Fairing
  • SB31-041 Jun 29, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Service Bulletin for Chassis Side-Fairing Kickplate Magnet Replacement. On Freightliner Cascadia and New Cascadia vehicles manufactured before May 20, 2019, and equipped with side-fairings, the magnets that hold the kickplate closed may corrode and prevent …
  • DOC-1034484 Sep 8, 2019 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Technical Solution for finding Bill of Material
  • 19-008WI Aug 7, 2019 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Warranty Information Letter sent to customers regarding new refrigerator supplier for returning parts.
  • 19-009WI Aug 5, 2019 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Warranty Information Letter - Expanded guidelines for paint-related claims sent out to Freightliner, Western star, Thomas Built Bus, Export and Direct warranty customers
  • DOC-1034298 May 30, 2019 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Service Solution: 1034298 - New Cascadia Engine Harness Chafe at A06-95037-000 Bracket
  • DOC-1034225 Apr 15, 2019 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Accent / Park Light Function Disable Accent / Park Light Function Disable
  • DOC-1034234 Apr 12, 2019 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    SS1034234 Cascadia ICU4Me - Low Air Warning Light Not Coming On
  • sb72042 Apr 12, 2019 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Installation of Vortex Generators
  • DOC-1034231 Apr 12, 2019 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    SS 1034231 New Cascadia Fuel Gauge Not Indicating Full When Fuel Tank(s) Are Filled
  • ICI19-016 SF560 Apr 9, 2019 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Revised Bulletin
  • PTO Pump Support Mar 28, 2019 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Rear PTO Pump Support CA
  • DOC-1034220 Mar 22, 2019 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    SS 1034220 SSI Ultrasonic Fuel Level Sensor Information
  • sb54311 Mar 20, 2019 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Service Bulletin- sb54311 ICU Odometer Programming
  • sb42077 Mar 13, 2019 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    sb42077 Steer Axle Brake Chatter
  • ICI19-009 FL799 Mar 13, 2019 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Steer Axle Brake Chatter
  • sb54308 Mar 11, 2019 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    sb54308 Chassis ECU Programming
  • sb83160 Mar 8, 2019 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    sb83160 HVAC Blend Door Retrofit
  • fp00024 Mar 8, 2019 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    fp00024 Cable-Tie Reference
  • GHG17 Nov 30, 2018 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Letter to customer on Coverage Extension GHG17 After Treatment
  • sb2078 Jul 17, 2017 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Cascadia Radiator Strut Rod Rubbing on Upper Radiator Hose
  • sb4641 Jul 17, 2017 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Adjusting Tilt Lock Force on TRW Steering Columns
  • sb2078 Jul 17, 2017 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Cascadia Radiator Strut Rod Rubbing on Upper Radiator Hose
  • sb4641 Jul 17, 2017 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Adjusting Tilt Lock Force on TRW Steering Columns
  • sb54296 Jun 17, 2017 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Fuel Level Sending Unit Retrofit
  • 18TS4Rev DD Nov 30, 2018 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    18TS4Rev DD Heavy Duty Platform Accessory Drive Belt
  • GHG17 Nov 30, 2018 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Letter to customer on Coverage Extension GHG17 After Treatment
  • sb2078 Jul 17, 2017 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Cascadia Radiator Strut Rod Rubbing on Upper Radiator Hose
  • sb4641 Jul 17, 2017 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Adjusting Tilt Lock Force on TRW Steering Columns
  • sb2078 Jul 17, 2017 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Cascadia Radiator Strut Rod Rubbing on Upper Radiator Hose
  • sb4641 Jul 17, 2017 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Adjusting Tilt Lock Force on TRW Steering Columns
  • sb0002 Jun 17, 2017 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Technical Publications Ordering
  • sb2652 DT12 PTO Feb 25, 2019 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    DT12 PTO Upfit
  • sb00044 Feb 25, 2019 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Reminder: Paper Service Bulletin Mailings Are Discontinued
  • sb54302 Feb 25, 2019 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Service Bulletin- ABS Light Illuminating in the ICU, ABS Solenoids Not Self Checking
  • 1212-18 Dec 31, 2018 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Service Information Bulletin- Exhaust Gas Recirculation Crossover Pipe
  • 1213-18 Dec 31, 2018 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Service Information Bulletin
  • 1208-18 Dec 31, 2018 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Service Information Bulletin- Oil Present at the Turbocharger Compressor Housing
  • sb54308 Dec 21, 2018 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Service Bulletin- Chassis ECU Programming
  • ICI12-016 FL614 Dec 17, 2018 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Important Campaign Information on FL614 Recall
  • 0109-19 Jan 30, 2019 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Service Information Bulletin- Input Shaft Pilot Bearing Measurement Specification
  • Detroit DT12 Jan 30, 2019 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Detroit DT12 Split Rod Bushing Repair letter to customer
  • sb0039 Jan 23, 2019 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Service Bulletin New "Natural Gas Vehicle Information" Webpage
  • 0904-17 Sep 4, 2017 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Aftertreatment Systems - Diesel Exhaust Fluid Pump Module and Components
Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications files.