Daimler Trucks Recalls Aftermarket Grote Headlamps Due to Software Error
Daimler Trucks North America is recalling aftermarket Grote Headlamps because a software error may cause low beams to illuminate improperly, increasing crash risk.
What this means for you
Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 3/5 (High).
Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.
Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a vehicle safety defect (improper headlight illumination) that increases the risk of a crash, but no injuries or fatalities are reported in the source text.
Plain-English summary
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain aftermarket Grote Headlamps with part numbers A66-41940-000, A66-41940-001, A66-41940-002, and A66-41940-003. The recall involves 3,189 units.
A software error may cause the low beam headlights to illuminate improperly. Insufficient low beam headlight illumination can reduce driver visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
The remedy is currently under development. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed beginning October 2, 2026. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is F1036.
The recalled product
- Product
- EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS recall
- Manufacturer
- Daimler Trucks North America, LLC
- Category
- Vehicle — Lighting
- Affected units
- 3,189
Distribution
Distributed nationwide across the United States.
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