Following are summaries of product recalls of interest by
Transport Canada.
Transport Canada Recall # 2019033
Manufacturer Recall Number CSN 713
Units Affected 130
On certain digger derricks, the welds for the pedestal tube could crack. If the cracks progress, they could result in a failure of the pedestal and uncontrolled movement. Safety Risk: If the pedestal were to fail, the risk of injury and/or property damage would be increased. Corrective Actions: The company will notify owners by mail. Owners will be reminded to perform a daily inspection of the pedestal, as in the owner’s manual. They will also be provided with a reinforcement kit and directions for how to inspect the pedestal for cracks. If cracks are present, the unit must be taken out of service and repaired.
Make Model Model Year(s) Affected
ALTEC DC45 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018
ALTEC DC47 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018
ALTEC DL42 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018
ALTEC DL42B 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018
ALTEC DM45 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018
ALTEC DM45B 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018
Transport Canada Recall # 2019085
Manufacturer Recall Number
19501
Units Affected
2,337
On certain vehicles, the exhaust hanger brackets may crack and allow to the tail pipe to separate from the vehicle. Safety Risk: If the exhaust tail pipe falls off, it could become a hazard for road users and bystanders. This could create a risk of injury and/or a crash. Corrective Actions: The company will notify owners by mail. Owners will be instructed to take their vehicle to a dealer to have the rear exhaust hanger bracket replaced. Dealers will also inspect and replace any forward bracket found cracked and/or tail pipe that is damaged.
Make Model Model Year(s) Affected
INTERNATIONAL
LT
2016 2017 2018 2019 2020
INTERNATIONAL
PROSTAR
2017 2018
Transport Canada Recall # 2019075
Units Affected
110
Certain vehicles were built with an incorrect T-fitting in the air brake system. The fitting could fail and cause an air leak. This could cause the parking brake to suddenly apply. Note: If the parking brake applies, a warning light would appear and a buzzer would sound. Safety Risk: This could cause the vehicle to stop suddenly, which could increase the risk of a crash. Corrective Actions: The company will notify owners by mail. Owners will be instructed to take their vehicle to a dealer for an inspection of the air brake system. If an incorrect T-fitting is found, it will be replaced.
Make Model Model Year(s) Affected
ELGIN
BROOM BEAR
2015 2016 2017 2018
ELGIN
CROSSWIND
2015 2016 2017 2018
ELGIN
EAGLE
2015 2016 2017 2018
ELGIN
ROAD WIZARD
2015 2016 2017 2018
ELGIN
WHIRLWIND
2015 2016 2017 2018
Transport Canada Recall # 2019055
Manufacturer Recall Number
N182204190
Units Affected
495
On certain 3500 series trucks, the level sensor in the front fuel tank may malfunction. In rare cases, the front fuel tank may over-fill and expand, causing it to contact the driveshaft. Operators may hear a grinding or knocking noise if this happens. This could create a hole in the tank and cause a fuel leak. Note: This problem only affects cab and chassis models equipped with a gasoline engine and dual fuel tanks. Safety Risk: Leaking fuel, in the presence of an ignition source, creates the risk of a fire. Corrective Actions: The company will notify owners by mail. Owners will be instructed to take their vehicle to a dealer to have the rear-tank fuel-pump module replaced. Dealers will also inspect the front tank and replace if necessary.
Make Model Model Year(s) Affected
CHEVROLET
SILVERADO HD
2016 2017 2018
GMC
SIERRA HD
2016 2017 2018
Transport Canada Recall # 2019054
Manufacturer Recall Number
FL-806
Units Affected
206
On certain vehicles, the driver-front airbag could deploy without warning. Safety Risk: An airbag that deploys without a crash could create a risk of injury. It could also increase the risk of a crash. Corrective Actions: The company will notify owners by mail. Owners will be instructed to take their vehicle to a Daimler Trucks North America Authorized Service Facility for temporary removal of the driver-front airbag. A replacement steering wheel cover with no airbag will be installed. Owners will be notified again once a final repair is available. Note: This supersedes recall 2018-624. Trucks that were fixed require a second repair under this recall.
Make Model Model Year(s) Affected
FREIGHTLINER
CASCADIA
2018 2019 2020
Transport Canada Recall # 2019050
Manufacturer Recall Number
V07
Units Affected
22,095
On some vehicles equipped with adjustable pedals, the brake pedal could detach when it is adjusted. This could cause a loss of brakes. Safety Risk: A loss of brakes can create a risk of a crash. Corrective Actions: The company will notify owners by mail. Owners will be instructed to take their vehicle to a dealer to repair the adjustable pedal assembly. Drivers should not adjust the pedals until the vehicle is fixed. The pedals should never be adjusted while driving.
Make Model Model Year(s) Affected
RAM
1500
2019
Transport Canada Recall # 2019038
Manufacturer Recall Number
V06
Units Affected
78,000
On certain trucks, a nut in the steering system could loosen and cause a loss of steering control. This problem affects trucks equipped with a 4x4 style steering system. Safety Risk: A loss of steering control would increase the risk of a crash. Corrective Actions: The company will notify owners by mail. Owners will be instructed to take their vehicle to a dealer to inspect the outboard steering linkage jam nut. If the nut is properly tightened, it will be welded to the adjuster sleeve. If the nut is not properly tightened, the drag link assembly will be replaced.
Make
Model
Model Year(s) Affected
RAM
2500
2014 2015 2016 2017 2018
RAM
3500
2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018
Transport Canada Recall # 2019037
Manufacturer Recall Number
SC0416
Units Affected
761
On certain vehicles, the down-view mirror may detach from the passenger’s door. Safety Risk: A mirror that falls from the vehicle could strike another vehicle or pedestrian. This may create the risk of an injury or crash. Corrective Actions: The company will notify owners by mail. Owners will be instructed to take their vehicle to a dealer to secure the mirror. The dealer will add additional fasteners and a reinforcement plate as needed.
Make Model Model Year(s) Affected
MACK
ANTHEM
2019 2020
MACK
GRANITE
2019 2020
MACK
PINNACLE
2019 2020
Transport Canada Recall # 2019033
Manufacturer Recall Number
V04
Units Affected
18,682
The power steering system may have a loose electrical connection. This could cause intermittent loss of power steering assist while driving/steering the truck. This may make the truck difficult to steer and could cause both oversteer and understeer conditions. Safety Risk: Sudden changes in steering force may increase the risk of a crash. Corrective Actions: The company will notify owners by mail. Owners will be instructed to take their vehicle to inspect and repair the electrical connection as needed.
Make Model Model Year(s) Affected
RAM
1500
2019