Service Brakes, Air:antilock
NHTSA recall 26V583000 · announced September 9, 2026 · filed by Daimler Trucks North America, Llc · 2,404 units affected
The problem
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Freightliner Cascadia and 2022 Western Star 49X vehicles previously repaired incorrectly under recall numbers 23V073 or 22V817. The brake modulator valves on the front axle may corrode and cause the vehicle to pull to one side during braking initiated by Electronic Stability Control (ESC) or Roll Stability Control (RSC).
The risk
Brakes that pull to one side may cause a sudden change in vehicle direction, increasing the risk of a crash.
What to do
Dealers will replace the brake modulator valves, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed November 8, 2026. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is F1039. Vehicles repaired under the prior recalls will need the new repair completed.
Vehicles covered by this recall
- 2020 Freightliner Cascadia
- 2021 Freightliner Cascadia
- 2022 Freightliner Cascadia
- 2023 Freightliner Cascadia
- 2022 Western Star 49x
Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.