Daimler Trucks North America, Llc | NHTSA Recall #17V761000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 17V761000 by Daimler Trucks North America, Llc. Affecting 2008-2018 freightliner cascadia, western star 4700, 4900, 5700, and 6900 trucks Includes 438,255 affected units, Brake Lights May Not Activate, component: EXTERIOR LIGHTING, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

makesAndModels

2008-2018 freightliner cascadia, western star 4700, 4900, 5700, and 6900 trucks

Defect Summary

Daimler trucks north america, llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2008-2018 freightliner cascadia, western star 4700, 4900, 5700, and 6900 trucks. after hard brake applications, the brake light pressure switch may not activate the brake lights with a light application of the brake pedal.

Corrective Action

Dtna will notify owners, and dealers will repair the vehicles, free of charge. Daimler issued interim notifications to owners on january 22, 2018. The recall began on may 9, 2018. owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712. dtna's number for this recall is fl-756.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 17V761000
Manufacturer: Daimler Trucks North America, Llc
Report Received Date: 2017-11-30T00:00:00
Subject: Brake lights may not activate
Component: Exterior Lighting
Potentially Affected Units: 438,255

Details

MFR Campaign Number: FL-756
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Daimler trucks north america, llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2008-2018 freightliner cascadia, western star 4700, 4900, 5700, and 6900 trucks. after hard brake applications, the brake light pressure switch may not activate the brake lights with a light application of the brake pedal.
Consequence Summary: If the brake lights fail to illuminate, there would not be a signal to other motorists that the vehicle is slowing, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action: Dtna will notify owners, and dealers will repair the vehicles, free of charge. Daimler issued interim notifications to owners on january 22, 2018. The recall began on may 9, 2018. owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712. dtna's number for this recall is fl-756.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 72.15

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NHTSA ID: 17V761000
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Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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