CarRecallWatch- Component
- ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC):CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE
- Problem
- Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Freightliner eCascadia vehicles. The service brake system may incorrectly calculate the vehicle mass, which can impair the electronic stability control system performance. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 136, "Electronic Stability Control Systems on Heavy Vehicles."
- Risk
- An impaired electronic stability control program may have a delayed response or insufficient braking force when activated, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will update the ABS controller software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 23, 2023. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL978.
- 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 service brake system may calculate the vehicle's mass incorrectly, which can impair the electronic stability control system. When this system activates, it may respond late or apply insufficient braking force, which increases the risk of a crash.
If you own an affected truck, the remedy is free. An authorized dealer will update the ABS controller software at no charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 23, 2023. You can also contact Daimler Trucks North America customer service at 1-800-547-0712, referencing recall FL978. Check your VIN for any open recalls to confirm whether your vehicle is included.
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Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Freightliner E-Cascadia | 20232024 |
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