Freightliner after hard brake applications, the brake light pressure switch may not activate the brake lights with a light application of the brake pedal.
The short version
Daimler Trucks North America LLC reported a problem with the brake lights switch. Here is what owners need to know.
After hard brake applications, the brake light pressure switch may not activate the brake lights with a light application of the brake pedal.
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.
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will repair the vehicles, free of charge.
Affected vehicles
These model years are included in NHTSA campaign 17V-761.
| YEAR RANGE | MODEL |
|---|---|
| 2008–2018 | Freightliner Cascadia |
| 2008–2018 | Western Star 4700 |
| 2008–2018 | Western Star 4900 |
| 2008–2018 | Western Star 5700 |
| 2008–2018 | Western Star 6900 |
What changed
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