Brake Light Failure from Software Error
Recall Information
| Manufacturer | Daimler Trucks North America, LLC |
|---|---|
| NHTSA ID | 25V187000 |
| Report Received Date | 3/25/2025 |
| Component | EXTERIOR LIGHTING |
| Vehicles Affected | 1,968 |
| Completion Rate | 80.03% |
| Recall Category | Vehicle |
| Rework Status | Original |
| Software Recall | Yes |
| OTA Update | No |
Description
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2026 Freightliner eM2, Freightliner 108SD, Freightliner 114SD, Freightliner Cascadia, 2025-2026 Freightliner Business Class M2, Western Star 47X, and Western Star 49X vehicles. A software error in the advanced signal and actuator module for the automatic emergency braking system may cause the brake lights to fail to illuminate.
Issue
Brake lights that fail increase the risk of a crash.
Consequence Summary
Brake lights that fail increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dealers will update the automatic emergency braking system software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 15, 2025. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is F1018.
