Brake Lights May Fail to Illuminate
Recall Information
| Manufacturer | Daimler Trucks North America, LLC |
|---|---|
| NHTSA ID | 24V668000 |
| Report Received Date | 9/10/2024 |
| Component | EXTERIOR LIGHTING |
| Vehicles Affected | 16,890 |
| Completion Rate | 86.06% |
| Recall Category | Vehicle |
| Software Recall | Yes |
| OTA Update | No |
Description
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Freightliner 108SD, 2022-2025 Freightliner 114SD, Freightliner Business Class M2, 2025 Freightliner eM2, 2020-2025 Western Star 49X, 2021-2025 Western Star 47X, and 2022-2025 Western Star 57X vehicles that may be upfitted with a body lighting interface controller and replacement brake lights. The brake lights may not illuminate when the brakes are automatically applied during an active brake assist (ABA) event.
Issue
Brake lights that fail to illuminate can fail to indicate to other drivers that the vehicle is slowing down, increasing the risk of a crash.
Consequence Summary
Brake lights that fail to illuminate can fail to indicate to other drivers that the vehicle is slowing down, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dealers will update the ABA software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 24, 2024. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 800-745-8000. DTNA's number for this recall is F1009.
