NHTSA Recall 18V742000
Filed by Daimler Trucks North America, LLC. Component: Exterior Lighting. Reported 2018-10-19. An estimated 6,326 vehicles are affected. Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer.
Defect
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.
Risk
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.
What the manufacturer will do
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.
Manufacturer campaign number: FL-799
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.