Missing locking snap rings on wheel end drive axle
Defect Summary
Daimler trucks north america (dtna) is recalling certain model year 2013 freightliner cascadia vehicles with rear axles assembled by meritor and equipped with conmet preset plus hubs manufactured from august 6, 2012 through december 7, 2012. in the affected axles, the axle hub may be missing a locking snap ring.
Safety Consequence
If the snap ring is missing, the rear wheels may separate from the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dtna will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the affected wheel ends for the lock ring, and install them as necessary, free of charge. the safety recall began on june 26, 2014. owners may contact dtna at 1-800-547-0712. the manufacturer's number for this recall is fl-653.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Daimler Trucks North America, Llc or involving Power Train.
FAQ: Recall 14V242000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 14V242000?
NHTSA recall 14V242000 was issued by Daimler Trucks North America, Llc on April 29, 2014. It addresses: Missing locking snap rings on wheel end drive axle. The recall affects approximately 73 vehicles, with the defect involving the Power Train component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Daimler Trucks North America, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 14V242000 or the manufacturer campaign number FL-653. 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.