Recall 25V-187: 2026 Freightliner 108SD, 2026 Freightliner 114SD and 5 more
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC recall for exterior lighting, reported to NHTSA on Mar 25, 2025, covering about 1,968 vehicles.
The problem
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2026 Freightliner eM2, Freightliner 108SD, Freightliner 114SD, Freightliner Cascadia, 2025-2026 Freightliner Business Class M2, Western Star 47X, and Western Star 49X vehicles. A software error in the advanced signal and actuator module for the automatic emergency braking system may cause the brake lights to fail to illuminate.
The risk
Brake lights that fail increase the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will update the automatic emergency braking system software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 15, 2025. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is F1018.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153) or go to nhtsa.gov.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | Daimler Trucks North America, LLC |
|---|---|
| Component | Exterior Lighting › Brake Lights Forward Collision Avoidance › Automatic Emergency Braking |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 25V187000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Freightliner 108SD | 2026 | All years |
| Freightliner 114SD | 2026 | All years |
| Freightliner Business Class M2 | 2025, 2026 | All years |
| Freightliner Cascadia | 2026 | All years |
| Freightliner EM2 | 2026 | All years |
| Western Star 47X | 2025, 2026 | All years |
| Western Star 49X | 2025, 2026 | All years |
Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 25V-187?
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2026 Freightliner eM2, Freightliner 108SD, Freightliner 114SD, Freightliner Cascadia, 2025-2026 Freightliner Business Class M2, Western Star 47X, and Western Star 49X vehicles. A software error in the advanced signal and actuator module for the automatic emergency braking system may cause the brake lights to fail to illuminate.
How is recall 25V-187 fixed?
Dealers will update the automatic emergency braking system software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 15, 2025. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is F1018.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.