Exterior lighting: headlightsRecall 26V-475 · Fccc and Freightliner vehicles
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC recall 26V-475 covers 23,276 Fccc and Freightliner vehicles for a exterior lighting: headlights problem, reported to NHTSA on July 22, 2026. The manufacturer's latest report (2026 Q3) shows 6% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 26V475000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2026-2027 Freightliner EM2, Freightliner Custom Chassis S2RV, Freightliner Custom Chassis S2C, and Freightliner Business Class M2 vehicles. A software error may cause the low beam headlights to illuminate improperly.
The risk
Insufficient low beam headlight illumination can reduce driver visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will update the headlight software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 18, 2026. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is F1036.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.