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Daimler Trucks North America, LLC — Software System Error May Cause Loss of Brakes
Check whether your vehicle is affected and follow the manufacturer’s recall instructions — the repair is free.
What’s wrong
A loss of brakes increases the risk of a crash.
The Recall Registry rates this worth checking — we found nothing in the notice describing a specific injury. A recall covers only the versions, UPCs or date codes it names, so check those against yours.
What to do
DTNA service facilities will update the software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on March 10, 2022. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL919.
Who to contact: DTNA service facilities will update the software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on March 10, 2022. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL919.
The product
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2022 Freightliner Cascadia vehicles. A certain combination of software and anti-lock brake system (ABS) hardware may lead to a system error, possibly causing a loss of vehicle braking and the inability to set the parking brake.
Details
- Units affected
- 9
- Recall date
- February 22, 2022
- Brand
- Daimler Trucks North America, LLC
The official notice
This recall was issued by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. The Recall Registry summarises it — always confirm the details at the source.
Their exact wording: “Daimler Trucks North America, LLC — Software System Error May Cause Loss of Brakes”
Worried about the other things in your house? You can write down what you have and be told if one is recalled — or, if you sell second-hand, check your whole stock at once.
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