Defect Description For Recall
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.
Make Of Vehicle
WESTERN STAR
Model Of Vehicle
5700
Year
2014
Recall Campaign Number
17V761000
Component Description
Exterior Lighting:Brake Lights
Effect Of Defect
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.
Fix Defect
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.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Daimler Trucks North America Llc
Start Of Manufacture
20070327
End Of Manufacture
20171121
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
438255
Date Owners Notified
20180509
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Daimler Trucks North America, Llc
Date Report Received
20171130
Make Campaign Number
FL-756