Daimler Trucks North America has issued a recall for 68 of its model year 2025 vehicles, including certain Freightliner and Western Star trucks, due to a brake system defect that could compromise safety. The affected vehicles may not meet federal air brake standards, prompting a proactive move by the manufacturer to correct the issue before it results in any incidents on the road.
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The recall involves specific Freightliner Cascadia, Business Class M2, 114SD, and Western Star 49X models. These vehicles were found to have air reservoir volumes below the 12:1 ratio required by Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 121, which mandates that the combined reservoir volume must be at least 12 times that of the brake chamber volume. An inadequate air capacity may hinder brake performance, particularly during repeated braking over short periods, increasing the likelihood of a crash.
The issue was identified in April 2025 during a review of vehicle specifications and air volume calculations. Daimler Trucks discovered that a verification tool meant to alert production teams to insufficient reservoir capacity was not functioning correctly. No accidents, injuries, or customer complaints have been reported in connection with the issue. The recall decision was made on April 30, 2025, out of an abundance of caution.
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All affected vehicles were manufactured between June and December 2024. Daimler Trucks is currently developing a remedy plan and will conduct repairs through its authorized service network. Owners will be notified by mail starting in July 2025. The company has stated that reimbursement details will be provided in a forthcoming supplemental report.
Article by multiple RFHC contributors, based upon information from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and Daimler Trucks North America
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