2026 FREIGHTLINER CASCADIA FIFTH GEN — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
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Safety Rating
0
Owner Complaints
2
Recalls
15
Service Bulletins
0
Investigations
Overview of the 2026 FREIGHTLINER CASCADIA FIFTH GEN
The 2026 FREIGHTLINER CASCADIA FIFTH GEN has received a total of 0 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There have been 3 recall campaigns affecting this vehicle, covering issues with SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:CRITICAL FASTENERS, SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:DISC:CALIPER, FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS. 15 technical service bulletins have been issued by Daimler Trucks North America, LLC for this model year.
Recalls for the 2026 FREIGHTLINER CASCADIA FIFTH GEN
NHTSA has recorded 3 recalls for the 2026 FREIGHTLINER CASCADIA FIFTH GEN, potentially affecting up to 808 vehicles.
Recall 25V601000 — SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:CRITICAL FASTENERS
| 402 vehicles affected
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 bolts...
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.
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.
View full details →Recall 25V601000 — SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:DISC:CALIPER
| 402 vehicles affected
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 bolts...
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.
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.
View full details →Recall 25V440000 — FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
| 4 vehicles affected
Defect: Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2026 Freightliner Cascadia Fifth Gen vehicles. The compressed natural gas fuel line was routed incorrectly, allowing it to chafe and damage wiring harnesses and brake lines.
Consequence: Damaged wiring harnesses and brake lines can cause a loss of brake function and increase the risk of a crash. A damaged fuel line increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy: DTNA inspected and rerouted the compressed natural gas fuel line, as necessary free of charge. All vehicles have been remedied. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is F1021.
View full details →Owner Complaints for the 2026 FREIGHTLINER CASCADIA FIFTH GEN
No complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2026 FREIGHTLINER CASCADIA FIFTH GEN.
Safety Rating for the 2026 FREIGHTLINER CASCADIA FIFTH GEN
NHTSA has not yet tested the 2026 FREIGHTLINER CASCADIA FIFTH GEN in its New Car Assessment Program.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2026 FREIGHTLINER CASCADIA FIFTH GEN
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC has issued 15 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2026 FREIGHTLINER CASCADIA FIFTH GEN. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.
FleetCom_TSB-54-378-FTL — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Fleet Communications for Maintenance Mode Horn Activation Correction
TSB-00-045-FTL — UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Technical Service Bulletin for 5th Generation Cascadia Feature Brief
CAL FTL-20-008 — ENGINE
Customer Advisory Letter for Variable Speed Water Pump Remains Fully Engaged
WI26-002 — UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Warranty Information Letter for Sundown of Quality Check for Fifth Generation Cascadia Vehicles
FleetCom_CTP3 Global — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Fleet Communications for CTP3 Global Streaming (DaaS) & CPC5 Password Protection
TSB54-378-FTL — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Technical Service Bulletin for Maintenance Mode Horn Activation Correction
FAB333 — SERVICE BRAKES
Features and Benefits for Intelligent Air System for Cascadia Fifth Gen
WI25-016 — UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Warranty Information letter for Implementation of Quality Check for Fifth Generation Cascadia Vehicles
CXA_10_25_Tech Questions — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
CX Advocate for technical questions/issues raised
CALFTL54-038 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Customer Advisory Letter for Wiring Support Bracket Reroute
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NHTSA Investigations for the 2026 FREIGHTLINER CASCADIA FIFTH GEN
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
Other Model Years of the FREIGHTLINER CASCADIA FIFTH GEN
- 2026 FREIGHTLINER CASCADIA FIFTH GEN (current)
- 2027 FREIGHTLINER CASCADIA FIFTH GEN — 0 complaints
Other FREIGHTLINER Models
- FREIGHTLINER CASCADIA — 396 total complaints
- FREIGHTLINER FREIGHTLINER — 188 total complaints
- FREIGHTLINER CONVENTIONAL — 117 total complaints
- FREIGHTLINER COLUMBIA — 110 total complaints
- FREIGHTLINER CENTURY — 76 total complaints
- FREIGHTLINER SPRINTER 2500 — 64 total complaints
- FREIGHTLINER BUSINESS CLASS M2 — 62 total complaints
- FREIGHTLINER FL-70 — 50 total complaints