CarRecallWatch- Component
- EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS; EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH
- Problem
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
What this recall means for you
Some 2017-2018 Freightliner Cascadia trucks may have brake lights that stay lit after the driver releases the brake pedal. This is caused by a problem with the brake light switch.
When the brake lights remain on while the truck is no longer slowing, drivers behind may think the truck is still braking or slowing down when it is not. This can cause them to be unprepared for the actual traffic situation, which increases the risk of a crash.
The repair is free. Owners will be notified by Daimler Trucks North America, and authorized dealers will replace the brake light switch. Owners can contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712 and reference recall number FL-799. You can also check your vehicle identification number (VIN) for open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Freightliner Cascadia | 20172018 |
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