Recall 20V567 affects 128,451 2017-2021 Freightliner Cascadia trucks with brake lights that stay on after braking. Repair is free at any franchised Freightliner dealer.
Freightliner is recalling 128,451 2017-2021 Cascadia trucks because the brake lights can stay illuminated after the brake pedal is released. That can leave other drivers unaware when the truck is actually slowing or stopping, which increases crash risk; Freightliner dealers will complete the repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The brake pressure switch in a 2017-2021 Freightliner Cascadia is part of the brake light circuit. It reads brake pressure when the driver presses the pedal and tells the truck's exterior brake lights to turn on. When the pedal is released, the switch should drop out and the lights should turn off.
On affected Cascadia trucks, that switch does not always release the brake light signal after the pedal comes back up. The switch was found to operate mechanically as designed, but failures later in service were high enough for Freightliner to recall trucks built with the affected switch. The result is brake lights that stay illuminated even though the driver is no longer braking.
There is no warning sign before failure. When the problem appears, the brake lights remain on after the pedal is released, and the cruise control stops working because the truck still reads a brake signal.
Who's affected?
The scope spans five Cascadia model years, with the same brake-light component listed for each year.
| 2017 Freightliner Cascadia | Brake lights |
|---|---|
| 2018 Freightliner Cascadia | Brake lights |
| 2021 Freightliner Cascadia | Brake lights |
| 2019 Freightliner Cascadia | Brake lights |
| 2020 Freightliner Cascadia | Brake lights |
| Units affected | 128,451 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged 5 field incidents to date. |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether this recall applies to your specific truck.
What's the safety risk?
When the brake lights stay on, drivers behind the truck cannot tell when the Cascadia is actually slowing or stopping. That confusion increases the risk of a crash, especially in traffic or while approaching a stop. Drive cautiously and schedule the switch repair promptly. Repair is free at any franchised Freightliner dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2017-2021 Freightliner Cascadia is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Freightliner dealer to schedule the free brake-pressure-switch and jumper-harness replacement that fixes brake lights staying on after the pedal is released.
- Bring the recall notice if Freightliner mailed one. If not, reference recall number 20V567 when you call.
- Call Freightliner customer service at 1-800-547-0712 with questions about the repair or dealer scheduling.
- Drive cautiously until the repair is complete. Leave extra following distance so other drivers have more time to react.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Freightliner technician replaces the 3-pin brake pressure switch with a 2-pin brake pressure switch and installs the related jumper harness. This repair addresses brake lights that stay illuminated after the brake pedal is released. Parts and labor are covered under the recall, so the dealer repair is free. DTNA's reimbursement plan was not clear in the source record, so this section does not give separate reimbursement instructions.
Timeline
| November 16, 2020 | Dealer notification began |
|---|---|
| November 16, 2020 | Dealer notification ended |
| November 16, 2020 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| November 19, 2021 | Owner notification mailed |
| February 16, 2022 | NHTSA published the recall |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 20V567?
Recall 20V567 covers 128,451 2017-2021 Freightliner Cascadia trucks with brake lights that can stay illuminated after the brake pedal is released. That makes it harder for other drivers to tell when the truck is slowing or stopping, increasing crash risk. Freightliner dealers replace the switch and jumper harness for free.
What should I do if my 2017-2021 Freightliner Cascadia is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific truck is included in recall 20V567. If it is, contact a franchised Freightliner dealer to schedule the brake pressure switch and jumper harness repair. Reference recall 20V567 or Freightliner recall FL-863 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost. For recall 20V567, Freightliner dealers replace the 3-pin brake pressure switch with a 2-pin brake pressure switch and jumper harness free of charge.
Is it safe to drive a Freightliner Cascadia with this recall?
The recall does not carry a do-not-drive order. The safety risk is that illuminated brake lights can make other drivers miss the moment your truck is actually slowing or stopping. Confirm your VIN, schedule the free dealer repair, and ask Freightliner customer service at 1-800-547-0712 about any fleet-specific guidance.
What if I bought my Freightliner Cascadia used?
The free repair still applies. Recall eligibility follows the VIN, not the first owner. If you bought the truck used or never received a letter, check your VIN, then call a franchised Freightliner dealer and reference recall 20V567 or FL-863.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/20V567000 |
|---|---|
| Freightliner customer service | 1-800-547-0712 |
| NHTSA recall # | 20V567 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 20V567000 |
Source documents
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Download Owner Notice (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Misc. Document (PDF)
- Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 20, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →