Recall 17V761000
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH
Defect Description
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.
Safety Consequence
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.
Remedy
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.
Affected Vehicles
| Year | Make | Model |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | FREIGHTLINER | CASCADIA |
| 2008 | WESTERN STAR | 4700 |
| 2008 | WESTERN STAR | 4900 |
| 2008 | WESTERN STAR | 5700 |
| 2008 | WESTERN STAR | 6900 |
| 2009 | FREIGHTLINER | CASCADIA |
| 2009 | WESTERN STAR | 4700 |
| 2009 | WESTERN STAR | 4900 |
| 2009 | WESTERN STAR | 5700 |
| 2009 | WESTERN STAR | 6900 |
| 2010 | FREIGHTLINER | CASCADIA |
| 2010 | WESTERN STAR | 4700 |
| 2010 | WESTERN STAR | 4900 |
| 2010 | WESTERN STAR | 5700 |
| 2010 | WESTERN STAR | 6900 |
| 2011 | FREIGHTLINER | CASCADIA |
| 2011 | WESTERN STAR | 4700 |
| 2011 | WESTERN STAR | 4900 |
| 2011 | WESTERN STAR | 5700 |
| 2011 | WESTERN STAR | 6900 |
| 2012 | FREIGHTLINER | CASCADIA |
| 2012 | WESTERN STAR | 4700 |
| 2012 | WESTERN STAR | 4900 |
| 2012 | WESTERN STAR | 5700 |
| 2012 | WESTERN STAR | 6900 |
| 2013 | FREIGHTLINER | CASCADIA |
| 2013 | WESTERN STAR | 4700 |
| 2013 | WESTERN STAR | 4900 |
| 2013 | WESTERN STAR | 5700 |
| 2013 | WESTERN STAR | 6900 |
| 2014 | FREIGHTLINER | CASCADIA |
| 2014 | WESTERN STAR | 4700 |
| 2014 | WESTERN STAR | 4900 |
| 2014 | WESTERN STAR | 5700 |
| 2014 | WESTERN STAR | 6900 |
| 2015 | FREIGHTLINER | CASCADIA |
| 2015 | WESTERN STAR | 4700 |
| 2015 | WESTERN STAR | 4900 |
| 2015 | WESTERN STAR | 5700 |
| 2015 | WESTERN STAR | 6900 |
| 2016 | FREIGHTLINER | CASCADIA |
| 2016 | WESTERN STAR | 4700 |
| 2016 | WESTERN STAR | 4900 |
| 2016 | WESTERN STAR | 5700 |
| 2016 | WESTERN STAR | 6900 |
| 2017 | FREIGHTLINER | CASCADIA |
| 2017 | WESTERN STAR | 4700 |
| 2017 | WESTERN STAR | 4900 |
| 2017 | WESTERN STAR | 5700 |
| 2017 | WESTERN STAR | 6900 |
| 2018 | FREIGHTLINER | CASCADIA |
| 2018 | WESTERN STAR | 4700 |
| 2018 | WESTERN STAR | 4900 |
| 2018 | WESTERN STAR | 5700 |
| 2018 | WESTERN STAR | 6900 |
Check your vehicle: Visit NHTSA.gov and enter your VIN to see if your specific vehicle is affected.