Insufficient air reservoir volume/fmvss 121
Defect Summary
Daimler trucks north america llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2004-2019 freightliner 108sd, 114sd, 122sd, cascadia, columbia, classic, fl80, fld 120sd, business class m2, western star 4700, 4900, 6900, sterling acterra, l7500, lt7500, l8500, lt8500, l9500, and lt9500 vehicles. the vehicles may have an insufficient service brake air reservoir capacity. as such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) number 121, "air brake systems."
Safety Consequence
An insufficient air reservoir volume may reduce brake effectiveness, increasing the risk of crash.
Corrective Action
Dtna will notify owners, and dealers will add air reservoir capacity to the affected vehicles. owner letters were mailed on november 29, 2021. Owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712. dtna's number for this recall is fl-815.
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FAQ: Recall 19V370000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 19V370000?
NHTSA recall 19V370000 was issued by Daimler Trucks North America, Llc on May 14, 2019. It addresses: Insufficient air reservoir volume/fmvss 121. The recall affects approximately 741 vehicles, with the defect involving the Service Brakes, Air component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Daimler Trucks North America, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 19V370000 or the manufacturer campaign number FL-815. 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.