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Safety Recall NHTSA · 26E052000 Reported August 3, 2026

Insufficient illumination from low beam headlights

Daimler Trucks North America, Llc · Exterior Lighting · 3,189 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
26E052000
Manufacturer Campaign
F1036
Component
Exterior Lighting
Vehicles Affected
3,189
Recall Type
Equipment
Report Received
August 3, 2026

Defect Summary

Daimler trucks north america, llc (dtna) is recalling certain aftermarket grote headlamps with part numbers a66-41940-000, a66-41940-001, a66-41940-002, and a66-41940-003. A software error may cause the low beam headlights to illuminate improperly.

Safety Consequence

Insufficient low beam headlight illumination can reduce driver visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

The remedy is currently under development. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed beginning october 2, 2026. Owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712. Dtna's number for this recall is f1036.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Daimler Trucks North America, Llc dealer and reference recall ID 26E052000 or campaign F1036.
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 26E052000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 26E052000?

NHTSA recall 26E052000 was issued by Daimler Trucks North America, Llc on August 3, 2026. It addresses: Insufficient illumination from low beam headlights. The recall affects approximately 3,189 vehicles, with the defect involving the Exterior Lighting component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Daimler Trucks North America, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 26E052000 or the manufacturer campaign number F1036. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.

Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Where does the data on this page come from?

All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-08-17. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.