2020–2021 Freightliner Cascadia, Western Star 49X: Exterior Lighting recall
NHTSA campaign 23V208000 · 24K units potentially affected · filed Mar 28, 2023
What's wrong
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Freightliner Cascadia and Western Star 49X vehicles. The hazard warning lights may flash improperly during an Advanced Braking Assist event. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Why it matters
Hazard warning lights that flash improperly may cause confusion for other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will update the software controlling the hazard warning lights, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 18, 2023. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL851.
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 23V208000
- Manufacturer no.
- FL851
- Manufacturer
- Daimler Trucks North America, Llc
- Component
- EXTERIOR LIGHTING; EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HAZARD FLASHING WARNING LIGHTS
- Units affected
- 24,282
- Report received
- Mar 28, 2023
- Owner letters
- May 18, 2023
- Type
- Vehicle
Check whether your vehicle is included with the official NHTSA VIN lookup or your dealer. Repairs for safety recalls are free.
Vehicles covered
- Freightliner Cascadia 2020, 2021
- Western Star 49X 2020, 2021