Daimler Trucks North America LLC is recalling certain 2018-2021 Freightliner 114SD
— Recall Campaign #20V527000
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 recall was influenced by the manufacturer with about 9,665 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
20V527000
| Manufacturer: | Daimler Trucks North America, LLC |
|---|---|
| Recall date: | September 01, 2020 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 20V527000 |
| Units affected: | 9,665 |
- Description:
- 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.
- Consequeces:
- An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.
- Corrective action:
- 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.