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- EXTERIOR LIGHTING; EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HAZARD FLASHING WARNING LIGHTS
- Problem
- Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Freightliner Cascadia and Western Star 49X vehicles. The hazard warning lights may flash improperly during an Advanced Braking Assist event. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
- Risk
- Hazard warning lights that flash improperly may cause confusion for other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will update the software controlling the hazard warning lights, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 18, 2023. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL851.
- 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.nhtsa.gov.
What this recall means for you
The hazard warning lights on these heavy trucks may flash improperly when the Advanced Braking Assist system activates. The vehicles do not meet Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 108 for lighting and reflective devices.
If the hazard lights flash incorrectly, other drivers may be confused about what your truck is doing, which raises the risk of a crash. Owners can reduce that risk by making sure the recall is completed promptly.
An authorized dealer will update the software that controls the hazard warning lights at no cost to you. Owner notification letters were mailed May 18, 2023. You can also contact Daimler Trucks North America customer service at 1-800-547-0712 (recall FL851), and check your VIN for any open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Freightliner Cascadia | 20202021 |
|---|---|
| Western Star 49X | 20202021 |