NHTSA recall 18V742000
Exterior lighting › Brake lights
Freightliner Cascadia
Reported Oct 19, 20186,326 vehicles affectedDaimler Trucks North America LLCMaker’s number FL-799Built Jun 8, 2016 – Jun 30, 2017
The 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.
The 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.
The 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.
Exterior lighting › Brake lightsExterior lighting › Brake lights › Switch