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2017-2018 Freightliner Cascadia recall: switch

Daimler Trucks North America LLC reported this safety recall on October 19, 2018. It covers about 6,326 vehicles.

vehicles affected
6,326
reported
Oct 19, 2018
owners notified
Jan 18, 2019
related complaints
4

Exterior lighting: brake lights: switch

What is wrong
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.
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.
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.

Recall number 18V742000

Affected vehicles

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 4 complaints about lights problems.

Questions about recall 18V742000

Is there a recall on the 2017-2018 Freightliner Cascadia switch?

Yes. Recall 18V742000, reported on October 19, 2018, covers about 6,326 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 18V742000?

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.

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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