Recall 20V-527: 2018–2021 Freightliner 108SD, 2018–2021 Freightliner 114SD and 1 more
Daimler Trucks North America LLC recall for electrical system, reported to NHTSA on Sep 1, 2020, covering about 9,665 vehicles.
The problem
Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2018-2021 Freightliner 114SD, 108SD, and Business Class M2 vehicles. The engine harness wires may chafe at various locations around the air compressor and the frame rail. The damaged wires may short causing the engine to stall without any prior warning.
The risk
An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.
The fix
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect for adequate harness clearance and verify that the harness has not been damaged. Vehicles with a damaged harness will receive a new harness that consists of a severe duty wrapping and additional hardware. All repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began October 28, 2020. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-860.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | Daimler Trucks North America LLC |
|---|---|
| Component | Electrical System › Wiring Engine and Engine Cooling |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 20V527000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Freightliner 108SD | 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021 | All years |
| Freightliner 114SD | 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021 | All years |
| Freightliner Business Class M2 | 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021 | All years |
Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 20V-527?
Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2018-2021 Freightliner 114SD, 108SD, and Business Class M2 vehicles. The engine harness wires may chafe at various locations around the air compressor and the frame rail. The damaged wires may short causing the engine to stall without any prior warning.
How is recall 20V-527 fixed?
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect for adequate harness clearance and verify that the harness has not been damaged. Vehicles with a damaged harness will receive a new harness that consists of a severe duty wrapping and additional hardware. All repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began October 28, 2020. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-860.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.