Recall 20V-642: 2018–2019 Freightliner 108SD, 2018–2019 Freightliner 114SD and 6 more
Daimler Trucks North America LLC recall for power train, reported to NHTSA on Oct 16, 2020, covering about 4,329 vehicles.
The problem
Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Freightliner Cascadia, Business Class M2, 108SD, 114SD and 122SD and Western Star 4700, 4900 and 5700 vehicles. An internal component within the clutch assembly may fail, which in certain circumstances could allow the vehicle to move unexpectedly.
The risk
Unintended vehicle movement van increase the risk of a crash.
The fix
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will update the software and replace the clutches, free of charge. DTNA issued owners an interim notification on December 7, 2020. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 28, 2021. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-865.
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 | Power Train › Clutch Assembly |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 20V642000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Freightliner 108SD | 2018, 2019 | All years |
| Freightliner 114SD | 2018, 2019 | All years |
| Freightliner 122SD | 2018, 2019 | All years |
| Freightliner Business Class M2 | 2018, 2019 | All years |
| Freightliner Cascadia | 2018, 2019 | All years |
| Western Star 4700 | 2018, 2019 | All years |
| Western Star 4900 | 2018, 2019 | All years |
| Western Star 5700 | 2018, 2019 | 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-642?
Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Freightliner Cascadia, Business Class M2, 108SD, 114SD and 122SD and Western Star 4700, 4900 and 5700 vehicles. An internal component within the clutch assembly may fail, which in certain circumstances could allow the vehicle to move unexpectedly.
How is recall 20V-642 fixed?
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will update the software and replace the clutches, free of charge. DTNA issued owners an interim notification on December 7, 2020. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 28, 2021. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-865.
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.