Tailpipe may activate cng pressure relief device
Defect Summary
Daimler trucks north america llc (dtna) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 freightliner cascadia vehicles manufactured march 27, 2015, to november 4, 2014, and powered by compressed natural gas (cng). the affected vehicles have a tailpipe that allows hot exhaust to exit near the cng tank pressure relief device (prd).
Safety Consequence
Hot exhaust in close proximity to the prd may cause the pdr to activate and cng to be unexpectedly released from the tank. discharge of cng in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action
All the vehicles involved in this recall campaign have been repaired. the recall is began on march 13, 2015. owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712. dtna's number for this recall is fl-695.
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FAQ: Recall 15V816000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 15V816000?
NHTSA recall 15V816000 was issued by Daimler Trucks North America, Llc on December 7, 2015. It addresses: Tailpipe may activate cng pressure relief device. The recall affects approximately 17 vehicles, with the defect involving the Engine And Engine Cooling component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Daimler Trucks North America, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 15V816000 or the manufacturer campaign number FL-695. 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.