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2012-2014 Freightliner Cascadia recall: software

Daimler Trucks North America reported this safety recall on March 18, 2013. It covers about 52,376 vehicles.

vehicles affected
52,376
reported
Mar 18, 2013
owners notified
May 6, 2015
related complaints
19

Electrical system: software

What is wrong
Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA) is recalling certain model year 2012-2014 Freightliner Cascadia tractors manufactured from April 12, 1210, through March 2, 2013, and equipped with a SAMCAB software version 6.2. On vehicles configured to have the turn signals operate as Daytime Running Lights (DRLs) and the 'Turn-Tip' turn signal function activated, the DRLs may not illuminate properly after using the 'Turn-Tip' function while driving.
Risk
Failure of the DRLs to illuminate reduces visibility to other drivers and increases the risk of a vehicle crash.
Remedy
DTNA sent notification to owners on May 6, 2015, instructing them to contact their dealers and arrange to have the free SAMCAB software updated to correct the operation of the DRLs and "Turn Tip" feature. Owners may contact DTNA at 1‑800‑547‑0712.

Recall number 13V099000

Affected vehicles

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 19 complaints about electrical problems.

2012 Freightliner Cascadia

Questions about recall 13V099000

Is there a recall on the 2012-2014 Freightliner Cascadia software?

Yes. Recall 13V099000, reported on March 18, 2013, covers about 52,376 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 13V099000?

DTNA sent notification to owners on May 6, 2015, instructing them to contact their dealers and arrange to have the free SAMCAB software updated to correct the operation of the DRLs and "Turn Tip" feature. Owners may contact DTNA at 1‑800‑547‑0712.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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