Auxiliary power unit door may separate
Defect Summary
Daimler trucks north america (dtna) is recalling certain model year 2012 cascadia and coronado tractor trailers manufactured from august 1, 2011, through december 30, 2011, equipped with thermo king tripac auxiliary power units (apu), serial numbers 3000106335 to 3000127584, manufactured from july 29, 2011, through november 7, 2011. the maintenance access panel door on the bottom of the apu may dislodge and separate.
Safety Consequence
If the door separates from the apu while the vehicle is being driven, it may create a road hazard for other drivers.
Corrective Action
Dtna will notify owners, and thermo king dealers will inspect the apus and replace any of the affected panel doors free of charge. the recall began february 25, 2013. owners may contact dtna at 1-800-547-0712.
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FAQ: Recall 12V601000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 12V601000?
NHTSA recall 12V601000 was issued by Daimler Trucks North America, Llc on December 21, 2012. It addresses: Auxiliary power unit door may separate. The recall affects approximately 515 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Daimler Trucks North America, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 12V601000 or the manufacturer campaign number FL-637. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.