Grote headlamps recalled for possible insufficient low beam light
Certain aftermarket Grote Headlamps used in Daimler Trucks may have a software error that causes the low beam headlights to illuminate improperly. Reduced headlight brightness can decrease driver visibility and increase crash risk.
From the NHTSA notice · Read the official notice ↗ · All Daimler Trucks North America, LLC recalls
What to do
- Check if your truck has a Grote Headlamp with part number A66-41940-000, A66-41940-001, A66-41940-002, or A66-41940-003.
- Watch for a notification letter from Daimler Trucks (expected starting October 2, 2026).
- Contact Daimler Trucks customer service at 1-800-547-0712 with questions. Reference recall number F1036.
Is yours affected?
Compare your label or packaging with the recalled product.
- Product
- Insufficient Illumination from Low Beam Headlights
Details
- Units affected
- 3189
- Recall number
- 26E052000
In the NHTSA's words
- Description
- 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. 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.
- Hazard
- Insufficient low beam headlight illumination can reduce driver visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- 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.
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