Recall 19V803 covers 4 2020 Freightliner Cascadia trucks because brake chambers can contact the frame rail. Freightliner says all affected trucks were repaired.
Freightliner is recalling 4 2020 Cascadia trucks because inadequate clearance lets the brake chambers contact the frame rail. A damaged or detached brake chamber can reduce braking effectiveness and increase crash risk, and Freightliner dealers will complete the repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The brake chamber on a 2020 Freightliner Cascadia with air disc brakes uses air pressure to apply braking force at the wheel. It sits near the axle and frame rail, the long structural beam that supports the truck. For the brakes to work without damage, the chamber needs enough clearance as the suspension moves.
On affected Cascadias, incorrect axle seat angles leave too little space between the brake chambers and the frame rail. When the suspension is lowered, the brake chamber can hit the frame rail. That contact can damage the chamber or cause it to detach, which affects the air brake hardware at that wheel.
There is no warning sign before failure. The filing says the contact happens when the suspension is lowered, not during normal highway travel, so an owner or driver should not expect a dashboard light, sound, or change in pedal feel first.
Who's affected?
| 2020 Freightliner Cascadia | brake system |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 4 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged 1 field incident to date. |
Not every 2020 Freightliner Cascadia truck is on the list. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific truck is included.
What's the safety risk?
A detached brake chamber reduces brake effectiveness and increases the risk of a crash. If your 2020 Cascadia feels harder to stop, slow down, keep extra following distance, and schedule the recall confirmation or repair with a Freightliner dealer. Repair is free at any franchised Freightliner dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2020 Freightliner Cascadia is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Freightliner dealer to confirm the brake-chamber repair is complete or schedule the free repair that gives the brake chambers proper frame-rail clearance.
- Reference recall number 19V803 when you call, and ask the dealer to confirm whether Freightliner already completed the repair on your truck.
- Drive cautiously until the dealer confirms the repair. Leave extra following distance and avoid hard braking when traffic allows.
What happens at the repair
Freightliner reports that all affected Cascadia trucks have already received the recall remedy, so owner letters were not sent. The repair addresses brake chamber clearance at the frame rail so the chamber does not contact the rail, detach, or become damaged. If a truck still needs confirmation, a Freightliner dealer can verify the completed remedy in the service record. Parts and labor are covered under the recall. Freightliner's general reimbursement plan is on file for documented out-of-pocket repairs paid before the recall remedy was completed. Bring prior repair paperwork to the service desk for review.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| November 7, 2019 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| November 7, 2019 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 19V803?
Recall 19V803 covers 4 2020 Freightliner Cascadia vehicles with inadequate clearance between the brake chambers and frame rail. Contact with the frame rail can damage or detach a brake chamber, reducing brake effectiveness and increasing crash risk.
What should I do if my 2020 Freightliner Cascadia is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific truck is included in recall 19V803. Freightliner reported that all affected vehicles were remedied, but if your VIN still shows an open recall, contact a franchised Freightliner dealer and reference recall FL-837.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost. For recall 19V803, the remedy addressed the brake chamber clearance issue, and Freightliner reported that all 4 affected vehicles had already been remedied.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is reduced braking effectiveness. If a brake chamber contacts the frame rail, it can be damaged or detach, which increases crash risk. Use the VIN result to confirm whether your truck was part of this small recall group.
Will Freightliner send an owner notice for this recall?
No. Freightliner reported that all affected vehicles were remedied, so owner notification letters were not sent. The recall began on November 7, 2019. For questions, contact Freightliner customer service at 1-800-547-0712 and reference FL-837.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/19V803000 |
|---|---|
| Freightliner customer service | 1-800-547-0712 |
| NHTSA recall # | 19V803 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 19V803000 |
Source documents
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Download Misc. Document (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 24, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →