NHTSA recall campaign
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What was wrong
Defect
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Western Star 49X and 2025 Freightliner Cascadia vehicles. The Electronic Stability Control (ESC) software has incorrect axle spacing parameters. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 136, "Electronic Stability Control Systems on Heavy Vehicles."
Risk
Incorrect parameters can decrease vehicle stability or braking performance, increasing the risk of crash.
Manufacturer remedy
Dealers will update the ESC software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 22, 2024. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL993.
To check whether your specific VIN is covered and to find a participating dealer, look this campaign up on NHTSA.gov →