Recall 18V479 affects 425 2019 Freightliner Cascadia vehicles with Continental tires with visible innerliner cords. Free inspection and replacement are available through Continental facilities.
Freightliner is recalling 425 2019 Cascadia trucks equipped with certain Continental Hybrid HS3 tires because tire cords can be visible through the innerliner. That condition can lead to sudden air loss and increase crash risk, and Freightliner dealers will complete the recall repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The tires on affected 2019 Freightliner Cascadia trucks are Continental Conti Hybrid HS3 tires, size 11R22.5 Load Range G. A tire has an innerliner on the inside of the casing that helps hold air, and cord material in the casing that gives the tire its shape and strength under load.
On these trucks, the tire cords can be visible through the innerliner. That means the layers inside the tire were not properly covered where the innerliner should seal and protect them. With the cord exposed inside the tire, the tire's structure is not in the condition Freightliner and Continental intended.
There is no warning sign before failure. A driver is not given a reliable dashboard alert or visible outside symptom from this inner tire condition, so the tire needs inspection by a qualified service provider.
Who's affected?
| 2019 Freightliner Cascadia | tire |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 425 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific truck is included.
What's the safety risk?
Visible cords through the tire innerliner create a risk of sudden air loss, which increases crash risk. If you see cord exposure or tire damage, stop using that tire and arrange inspection before the vehicle returns to service. Repair is free at any franchised Freightliner dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2019 Freightliner Cascadia is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Freightliner dealer or Continental authorized service facility to schedule the free tire inspection and replacement for the affected Continental Hybrid HS3 tires.
- Bring the recall notice if Freightliner mailed one. If not, reference recall number 18V479 when you call.
- Ask the service facility whether the truck is safe to drive if a tire is losing air or shows damage before the repair.
What happens at the repair
At a Freightliner dealer or Continental authorized service facility, the Continental Hybrid HS3 tires are inspected for visible cords through the innerliner. Any affected tires are replaced under the recall. The replacement parts and labor are free. The repair is available now, so the service desk can confirm the tire coverage and arrange the inspection when your 2019 Cascadia is brought in.
Timeline
| July 18, 2018 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| September 4, 2018 | Owner notification mailed |
| September 15, 2018 | Dealer notification began |
| September 15, 2018 | Dealer notification ended |
| September 15, 2018 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 18V479?
Recall 18V479 covers 425 2019 Freightliner Cascadia vehicles equipped with certain Continental Hybrid HS3 tires, size 11R22.5 Load Range G. The tire cords can be visible through the innerliner, and the tire can lose air suddenly. Continental authorized service facilities will inspect and replace affected tires for free.
What should I do if my 2019 Freightliner Cascadia is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific truck is included in recall 18V479. If it is, contact a Freightliner dealer or a Continental authorized service facility and ask for the FL-779 tire inspection and replacement. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to provide the recall remedy at no cost. For recall 18V479, Continental authorized service facilities inspect the affected Continental Hybrid HS3 tires and replace them free of charge.
What is the safety risk from recall 18V479?
The safety risk is sudden tire air loss. Recall 18V479 says tires with visible cords through the innerliner can lose air suddenly, increasing crash risk. If your VIN is included, arrange the free tire inspection and replacement before putting the truck back into regular service.
What if I bought this Freightliner Cascadia used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recall coverage follows the VIN, not the first owner. Check your VIN, then reference recall 18V479 or Freightliner recall FL-779 when you call a Freightliner dealer or Continental authorized service facility.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/18V479000 |
|---|---|
| Freightliner customer service | 1-800-547-0712 |
| NHTSA recall # | 18V479 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 18V479000 |
Source documents
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Download Misc. Document (PDF) - Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 25, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →