Daimler Trucks North America LLC is recalling certain 2019-2020 Freightliner Business Class M2
— Recall Campaign #20V176000
Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Freightliner Business Class M2 and Freightliner 108SD vehicles equipped with Meritor MX 120 EVO Front Drive Steer axles. The axles may have insufficient lubrication, which may result in damage to the wheel end bearings.
The recall was influenced by the manufacturer with about 1,532 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
20V176000
| Manufacturer: | Daimler Trucks North America, LLC |
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| Recall date: | March 23, 2020 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 20V176000 |
| Units affected: | 1,532 |
- Description:
- Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Freightliner Business Class M2 and Freightliner 108SD vehicles equipped with Meritor MX 120 EVO Front Drive Steer axles. The axles may have insufficient lubrication, which may result in damage to the wheel end bearings.
- Consequeces:
- If the bearings are damaged, the wheel may separate and cause a sudden loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of crash.
- Corrective action:
- DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the wheel end components, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began May 12, 2020. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-846.
- 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.