NHTSA Campaign 18V742000

EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS

Issued by Daimler Trucks North America LLC · Reported Oct 19, 2018 · 6,326 vehicles affected

What's wrong

Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Freightliner Cascadia vehicles. The brakes lights on these vehicles may remain activated after the brake pedal is released.

Consequence

If the brake lights remain activated, other drivers may be unaware that the vehicle is actually slowing or stopping, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

DTNA will notify owners and dealers will replace the brake light switch. The recall began January 18, 2019. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-799.

Vehicles affected by this recall

Make Model Year Units
FREIGHTLINER CASCADIA 2017 6,326
FREIGHTLINER CASCADIA 2018 6,326

Source: NHTSA Campaign 18V742000 on nhtsa.gov. To check the current repair status for a specific vehicle, use our free VIN decoder.