Recall
Freightliner Cascadia — 23V208000
NHTSA ID
23V208000
Make
Freightliner
Model
Cascadia
Years Affected
2020
Recall Date
2023-03-28
Component
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Units Affected
24,282
Completion Rate
—
Mfr Campaign No.
FL851
Summary
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."
Consequence
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.