Trucking news and briefs for Monday, Sept. 27, 2021:
Daimler Trucks North America is recalling approximately 460 model year 2022 Freightliner Cascadia tractors due to a potential issue in the exhaust system, according to National Highway Traffic Safety Administration documents.
According to the recall, the exhaust pipe outlet may have been improperly installed with the tip facing towards the battery box mounted directly above the frame rail, which could melt the battery box, increasing the risk of a fire.
No remedy for repairs has been established at this time. Owners can contact DTNA's customer service at 1-800-547-0712 with recall number FL-901. NHTSA’s recall number is 21V-715.
Fleet management services provider Eroad has opened submissions for its annual Safety Star Driver of the Year awards program. Submissions will be accepted through Oct. 29.
Now in its third consecutive year, the Safety Star program shines a light on outstanding drivers that go above and beyond the call of duty to serve the trucking community. The award winner also embodies safety on the road and goes the extra mile to keep themselves, their fleet, and the public safe.
This contest is open to any company driver or contracted truck driver from the Eroad base of customers. A company driver must be nominated by the motor carrier by which they are currently employed, and each company may nominate up to five drivers.
