Safety Recall NHTSA · 18V581000 Reported August 30, 2018

Fuel line may burst if filter screen clogs

Daimler Trucks North America, Llc · Engine And Engine Cooling · 4,500 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
18V581000
Manufacturer Campaign
FL789
Component
Engine And Engine Cooling
Vehicles Affected
4,500
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
August 30, 2018

Defect Summary

Daimler trucks north america llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2017-2019 freightliner cascadia, coronado and 122sd, and western star 4900 trucks, equipped with cummins isx15 or x15 diesel engines. in certain driving conditions, such as on a long down-hill grade, the fuel line may burst if the fuel pump cooling circuit screen becomes restricted.

Safety Consequence

If the fuel line bursts, fuel may leak onto the road resulting in a roadway hazard for other motorists. the engine may also stall without warning, resulting in the vehicle's inability to restart, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

Dealers will replace the affected nylon fuel line with a steel fuel line, free of charge. the recall began november 21, 2018. owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712 or cummins customer service at 1-800-286-6467. dtna's number for this recall is fl789.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Daimler Trucks North America, Llc dealer and reference recall ID 18V581000 or campaign FL789.
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 18V581000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 18V581000?

NHTSA recall 18V581000 was issued by Daimler Trucks North America, Llc on August 30, 2018. It addresses: Fuel line may burst if filter screen clogs. The recall affects approximately 4,500 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 18V581000 or the manufacturer campaign number FL789. 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.