NHTSA · Vehicle · September 9, 2026

Freightliner recall: 2020–2023 Cascadia and 1 more – service brakes

Daimler Trucks North America, LLC is recalling 2020–2023 Freightliner Cascadia, 2022 Western Star 49X because of a crash risk – 2,404 vehicles (potentially affected). The recall report reached NHTSA on September 9, 2026. Distributed nationwide.

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A dealership service department
Illustration: A dealership service department – not the recalled product. Photo: Christopher Ziemnowicz, public domain, via Wikimedia Commons.
Product2020–2023 Freightliner Cascadia, 2022 Western Star 49X
BrandFreightliner
CompanyDaimler Trucks North America, LLC
TypeVehicles
ClassificationVehicle
Report receivedSeptember 9, 2026
Published by NHTSASeptember 9, 2026
Quantity2,404 vehicles (potentially affected)
Recall ID26V583000
2 models

Vehicles in this recall

MakeModelModel years
FreightlinerCascadia2020–2023
Western Star49X2022
Exactly as the agency lists them

Identifiers and details

NHTSA campaign number
26V583000
Manufacturer recall number
F1039
Component
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:ANTILOCK
Component
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
Built
2020-11-16 to ?
Recalled part
Single ABS Modulator Valve · Quick Release Pneumatic Valve · WAB472 196 037 0
Recalled part
Single ABS Modulator Valve · Quick Release Pneumatic Valve · WAB472 196 025 0
Initiated by
Manufacturer

Why it was recalled

The problem: a crash risk.

NHTSA's defect summary: “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 consequence, according to NHTSA: “Brakes that pull to one side may cause a sudden change in vehicle direction, increasing the risk of a crash.”

What to do

NHTSA: “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.”

Enter your 17-character vehicle identification number (VIN) at nhtsa.gov/recalls or on the manufacturer's site to see whether your vehicle is included. Safety recall repairs are free at an authorized dealer, even if the vehicle is used or out of warranty.

Official notice: NHTSA recall 26V583000.

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FAQ

About this recall

Is Freightliner 2020–2023 Freightliner Cascadia, 2022 Western Star 49X recalled?

Yes. Daimler Trucks North America, LLC reported the recall to NHTSA on September 9, 2026; NHTSA published it September 9, 2026 (Vehicle). Only the vehicles listed on this page are included.

Why was it recalled?

Because of a crash risk. 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 d

What should I do if I have it?

NHTSA says: 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.

Where was it sold?

Nationwide.

Recalls

More recalls

Source: recall records published by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (openFDA Enforcement Reports), the USDA Food Safety and Inspection Service, the Consumer Product Safety Commission and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, collected twice a day. Product names, lot codes, dates and model numbers are shown exactly as the agency lists them; the agency's notice is the authority. 77.today is not affiliated with any of these agencies.

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