Recall 13V604 affects 26,310 2014 Freightliner trucks for seat belt buckles that can stay partly latched. Repair is free at any franchised Freightliner dealer.
Freightliner is recalling 26,310 2014 Cascadia, Business Class M2, 4700, and related trucks because IMMI L9 seat belt buckles can stay partly latched after the release button is pressed. That can slow egress in an emergency and raise injury risk; the dealer repair will be free once Freightliner makes it available.
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What's wrong?
The seat belt buckle on the 2014 Freightliner trucks is the latch point for the belt's metal plate. When the belt is fastened, the buckle holds the latch plate in place so the restraint stays secured. When the button is pressed, the buckle is supposed to release the latch plate cleanly.
On affected Cascadia, 6900, Coronado, 108SD, 114SD, 122SD, Argosy, Columbia, Business Class M2, 4900, and 4700 trucks, the IMMI-brand L9 buckle does not release as intended. The latch plate becomes partly engaged with the buckle after the release button is pressed. That leaves the belt difficult to unlatch, even though the driver or passenger has already tried to release it.
There is no warning sign before failure. The problem shows up when someone presses the buckle button and the belt does not unlatch cleanly.
Who's affected?
Covers heavy truck model lines using the same seat belt component.
| 2014 Freightliner Cascadia | seat belt |
|---|---|
| 2014 Western Star 6900 | seat belt |
| 2014 Freightliner Coronado | seat belt |
| 2014 Freightliner 108SD | seat belt |
| 2014 Freightliner 114SD | seat belt |
| 2014 Freightliner 122SD | seat belt |
| 2014 Freightliner Argosy | seat belt |
| 2014 Freightliner Columbia | seat belt |
| 2014 Freightliner Business Class M2 | seat belt |
| 2014 Western Star 4900 | seat belt |
| 2014 Western Star 4700 | seat belt |
| Units affected | 26,310 |
The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific truck is included.
What's the safety risk?
A seat belt latch plate that stays partly engaged after the release button is pressed can slow exit from the vehicle during an emergency and increase injury risk. If the buckle sticks, stop using that seating position and arrange dealer service soon. Repair will be free at any franchised Freightliner dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2014 Freightliner truck, including Cascadia, 6900, Coronado, 108SD, 114SD, 122SD, Argosy, Columbia, Business Class M2, 4900, or 4700, is included in this recall.
- Wait for the owner notice if you have not received one, then contact a franchised Freightliner dealer about the free seat belt buckle inspection.
- Reference recall number 13V604 when you call so the service desk can find the seat belt buckle campaign.
- Schedule the seat belt buckle inspection and replacement that fixes the buckle latch plate staying partly engaged after release.
- Bring the recall notice to the dealer if Freightliner has mailed one.
What happens at the repair
The dealer repair will be free once available for your VIN. At the dealer, a Freightliner technician inspects the IMMI brand L9 seat belt buckle and replaces the buckle if the latch plate does not release correctly. The work focuses on the buckle, not the full seat belt assembly, unless the inspection shows more buckle related service is needed. Parts and labor are covered under recall 13V604. Before bringing the truck in, ask the service desk to confirm the remedy is open for your VIN and that the replacement buckle is in stock.
Timeline
| November 29, 2013 | NHTSA published the recall |
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Frequently asked questions
What is recall 13V604?
Recall 13V604 covers 26,310 2014 Freightliner trucks with IMMI L9 seat belt buckles that can stay partly latched after the release button is pressed. The defect can make the belt difficult to unlatch during an emergency. Freightliner dealers inspect and replace the buckle for free.
What should I do if my 2014 Freightliner Cascadia, 6900, Coronado, 108SD, 114SD, 122SD, Argosy, Columbia, Business Class M2, 4900, or 4700 is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific truck is included in recall 13V604. If it is, contact a franchised Freightliner dealer to schedule the seat belt buckle inspection and replacement. Reference recall number 13V604 and Freightliner campaign FL-654 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost. Freightliner dealers inspect the affected seat belt buckle and replace it as needed free of charge, including parts and labor.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is delayed exit from the truck in an emergency. If the latch plate stays partly engaged after the release button is pressed, the seat belt can be difficult to unlatch, increasing the risk of injury during an emergency.
What if I bought this truck used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recall coverage follows the VIN, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific truck is included, then call a franchised Freightliner dealer with recall number 13V604 and campaign FL-654.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/13V604000 |
|---|---|
| Freightliner customer service | 1-800-385-4357 |
| NHTSA recall # | 13V604 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 13V604000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Defect / Noncompliance Notice (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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