2019 FREIGHTLINER 108SD

15 recalls, 0 complaints - 308 TSBs

STEERING:LINKAGES:DRAG:LINK:CONNECTION

Defect Description

Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2019-2021 Freightliner 108SD, 114SD, 122SD, Columbia, Coronado, Business Class M2, and 2020 Freightliner Cascadia vehicles. The drag link taper joint may not have been tightened sufficiently and could come loose, resulting in a complete ... Read more

Consequence

Drag link separation can cause a complete loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

DTNA will inspect the drag link taper joint and repair it, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 21, 2023. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL967. This recall expands recall number 21V-689.

60,604 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: Daimler Trucks North America, LLC

TIRES

Defect Description

Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2012-2021 Freightliner SD 108, Freightliner SD 114, 2016-2020 Freightliner Coronado, 2013 Western Star 6900, 2013-2022 Western Star 4700, Western Star 4900, and 2022 49X vehicles. The tires and rims are not approved and rated for these v... Read more

Consequence

Unapproved tires that are not rated for the vehicle can cause tire performance issues, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealer will inspect and replace, as necessary, tires and rims, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters were mailed January 14, 2022. Owner notification letters were mailed on April 22, 2022. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall FL-9... Read more

307 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: Daimler Trucks North America, LLC

FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM:FUEL RAIL

Defect Description

Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2018-2021 Freightliner Custom Chass XC Chassis, 108SD, Custom Chass XB Chassis, Business Class M2, 114SD, and Western Star 4700 vehicles. The sealing washer may not seat correctly in the pilot bore holes, allowing the high pressure fuel ... Read more

Consequence

A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the fuel rail and fuel lines, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters were mailed on June 21, 2021. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-886.

9,662 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: Daimler Trucks North America, LLC

POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY

Defect Description

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... Read more

Consequence

Unintended vehicle movement van increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

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 numbe... Read more

4,329 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: Daimler Trucks North America LLC

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Defect 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 an... Read more

Consequence

An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

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 charg... Read more

9,665 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: Daimler Trucks North America LLC

POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY

Defect 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.

Consequence

If the bearings are damaged, the wheel may separate and cause a sudden loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of crash.

Remedy

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.

1,532 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: Daimler Trucks North America LLC

SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:DISC:CALIPER

Defect Description

Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Freightliner 108SD, 114SD, Cascadia, Business Class M2, Western Star 4700 and 5700, Freightliner Custom Chassis S2, Custom Chassis XB, and Custom Chassis XC vehicles equipped with air disc brakes. The brake caliper mounting bolt... Read more

Consequence

Loose brake caliper mounting bolts can reduce brake effectiveness, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and repair the vehicles, free of charge. The recall began May 1, 2020. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-845.

2,585 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: Daimler Trucks North America LLC

SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:DISC

Defect Description

Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2019 Freightliner 108SD, 114SD, Business Class M2, Cascadia, Western Star 5700, and FCCC XC Chassis vehicles equipped with air disc brakes. The brake caliper mounting bolts may have been insufficiently tightened.

Consequence

Loose brake caliper mounting bolts may reduce the brake effectiveness, increasing the risk of crash.

Remedy

DTNA will notify the owners and affected vehicle manufacturers, and DTNA dealers will inspect and repair the vehicles, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin July 12, 2019. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-816.

253 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: Daimler Trucks North America LLC

STEERING

Defect Description

Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Freightliner 114SD, 122SD, 108SD, Cascadia and Business class M2 trucks, Freightliner Custom Chassis XBS, XCL, XCM, MT45, MT55, S2G, S2RV, XCR and XCS custom chassis and Western Star 4700, 4900 and 5700 trucks equipped with Detro... Read more

Consequence

Loose tie rod arm bolts may lead to separation of the tie rod arm, resulting in a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

DTNA has notified owners, and dealers will inspect the steering arm and tie rod arm bolts for to make sure that they are properly tightened, installing new fasteners as necessary, free of charge. The recall began February 9, 2019. Owners may contact Daimler Trucks at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number ... Read more

501 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: Daimler Trucks North America LLC

POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY

Defect Description

Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Freightliner 108SD, 114SD, 122SD, Cascadia, Business Class M2, Western Star 4700, 4900, and 5700 vehicles, equipped with certain Eaton ECA heavy-duty truck clutches. An internal component in the clutch assembly may fail, possibl... Read more

Consequence

Unintended vehicle movement can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will update the software, and repair any physical components, free of charge. DTNA issued owners an interim notification on February 16, 2019. The recall began July 31, 2019. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this ... Read more

6,795 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: Daimler Trucks North America LLC

SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:DISC:CALIPER

Defect Description

Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Freightliner 108SD, 114SD, Cascadia, Business Class M2, Freightliner Custom Chassis Corporation S2C 106 Cab, S2G Cab Chassis, XCL, XCM, XBS, XCP, XCR, Western Star 4700, 4900 and 5700 trucks. The brake caliper mounting bolts ma... Read more

Consequence

Loose brake caliper mounting bolts can reduce brake effectiveness, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will check and tighten the brake caliper mounting bolts, free of charge. The recall began December 3, 2018. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-794.

5,534 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: Daimler Trucks North America LLC

TIRES:SIDEWALL

Defect Description

Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2019 Freightliner 108SD, 114SD, 122SD and Business Class M2 trucks and Western Star 4700 and 4900 trucks, equipped with certain Bridgestone M854 tires with date codes 2418-2518, Bridgestone M860A tires with date code 2518, and Bridgestone... Read more

Consequence

Rapid air loss can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the affected tires, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began October 8, 2018. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL790.

201 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: Daimler Trucks North America LLC

STEERING

Defect Description

Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Freightliner 108SD, 114SD, and Business Class M2 vehicles. The steering shaft assembly may have been installed incorrectly, which can cause a loss of connection between the steering wheel and the front wheels.

Consequence

A loss of connection between the steering wheel and front wheels can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and repair the steering shaft assembly, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began November 16, 2018. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-791.

19,754 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: Daimler Trucks North America LLC

SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:DISC:CALIPER

Defect Description

Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Freightliner 108SD, 114SD, 122SD, Cascadia, Columbia, Coronado, and Business Class M2 vehicles. During manufacturing, the brake caliper mounting bolts may have been insufficiently tightened.

Consequence

Loose brake caliper mounting bolts can reduce brake effectiveness, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will check and tighten the brake caliper mounting bolts, free of charge. The recall began October 5, 2018. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-783.

4,155 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: Daimler Trucks North America LLC

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:CALIPER

Defect Description

Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Freightliner M2 Business Class, 108SD, 114SD and Cascadia trucks, Western Star 4700, 4900, and 5700 trucks, FCCC S2C 106 Cab, S2G Cab, XBR, XBS, XCL, XCM, XCP, XCR, and XCS chassis equipped with air disc brakes. The brake caliper... Read more

Consequence

If the brake caliper mounting bolts loosen, braking performance may be reduced, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the brake caliper mounting bolts and tighten them as necessary, free of charge. DTNA issued owners an interim notification on July 25, 2018. The recall began September 4, 2018. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's num... Read more

8,741 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: Daimler Trucks North America LLC

No complaints found for this vehicle.

Technical Service Bulletins, 2019 FREIGHTLINER 108SD

308 manufacturer communications from 198 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.

Most Affected Components

Component	Bulletins
350000 EQUIPMENT	65
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING	48
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM	37
100000 POWER TRAIN	21
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL	20
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY	13
160000 STRUCTURE	9
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE	9

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Extended Warranty Policy for certain Cummins B6.7 engines with SSI DEF headers for EPA and CARB Emissions Reporting

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Important Campaign Information letter for FL974 - Revised Bulletin & Population

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Revised Emissions Recall: Cummins DEF Sensor Shortage. REVISION: Some vehicles formerly in Group F have been moved to Group G and have been assigned a new part number as specified in Table 1. An SRT for 'Calibration Code Only: Update or Con

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Emissions Recall: Cummins DEF Sensor Shortage

350000 EQUIPMENT

Revised Field Service Campaign for Common Telematics Platform Software Update

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Revised Field Service Campaign for Common Telematics Platform Software Update

350000 EQUIPMENT

Field Service Campaign for Common Telematics Platform Software Update

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Field Service Campaign for Common Telematics Platform Software Update

010000 STEERING

Important Campaign Information letter communicating that SF660 Field Service Campaign is Replaced by FL967.

010000 STEERING

Revised Field Service Campaign for Drag Link Tapered Joint

010000 STEERING

Field Service Campaign for Drag Link Tapered Joint

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Revised Freightliner Service Bulletin for Replacing an Auto Baud Rate Detecting Bulkhead Module with a Fixed Baud Rate BHM. Description of Revisions: This bulletin replaces the version dated 02/01/2016. Information about auto baud rate conn

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Freightliner Service Bulletin for DEF Connector Reinforcement Caps.

100000 POWER TRAIN

Freightliner Service Bulletin for Insulated Automatic Transmission Cover Plate. Some Business Class M2 and 108/114 Severe Duty vehicles equipped with a compressed natural gas (CNG) engine and automatic transmission may experience higher exh

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

220000 SEATS

Tech Talk Discussion Elite Support

170000 LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES

Tech Talk Discussion Elite Support

356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY

Service Solution for M2,108SD, 114SD Coolant Level Sensor P/N 06-93316-002. The Call Center has received several calls pertaining to this LCL sensor introduced to in 2018. The purpose of this solution is to bring better awareness to the sen

350000 EQUIPMENT

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Updated Service Bulletin for upgrading BHM software for switch expansion module fault SPN 698 FMI 7. This bulletin replaces the version dated 11/11/2019. Figure 3 has been updated with a new hardware part number. A procedure was added to t

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Warranty Information letter announcing that DTNA is increasing the Standard Diagnostic Times (SDTs) shown. The updated after treatment system (ATS) diesel exhaust fluid (DEF) pump times will be applied to repair orders opened on or after Ap

100000 POWER TRAIN

Updated Freightliner Service Bulletin for Rerouting Wiring Harness to Reduce Chafing. This bulletin replaces the version dated 06/29/2020. Two new illustrations have been added to demonstrate proper application of butterfly tie straps on th

350000 EQUIPMENT

Updated Freightliner Service Bulletin for Espar Service Information. This bulletin replaces the version dated January 1, 2015. New Cascadia has been added to the model list.

350000 EQUIPMENT

Warranty Policy Letter for battery tags. DTNA determined that since adopting the AutoMeter BCT-460DTNA Powernet Assessment Tool (AutoMeter) as the required powernet system tester, not all battery tags have to be retained support Warranty-re

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Revised Freightliner Service Bulletin for netized Fill Neck for Six-Gallon DEF Tanks. A design change removed the magnets from the fill necks for some 6-gallon diesel exhaust fluid (DEF) tanks. If the vehicle is equipped with a non-magnetic

061610 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECU/ECM):SOFTWARE

Freightliner Service Bulletin for Programming Chassis Electronic Control Units (ECUs) With DiagnosticLink.

350000 EQUIPMENT

Freightliner Service Bulletin for Programming Chassis Electronic Control Units (ECUs) With DiagnosticLink.

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Starting on November 23, 2020, DiagnosticLink 8.13 (Build 4527) was made available. Current subscribers of DiagnosticLink 8.11 or 8.12 may upgrade to DiagnosticLink 8.13 at no cost. All DTNA Service shops & OEM locations are required to mai

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Revised Technical Service Letter for Fault Code SPN 2629 FMI 10 on GHG21 936.917 DD8 Dual Stage Turbo with MCM Software Version 14.

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

Superseding Letter to an Important Campaign Information Letter to announce a reimbursement available to dealers for travel to a customer's location to perform a recall or field service campaign. Potential travel reimbursement applies to DTN

356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY

Warranty Information Letter for Detroit NOx Sensor Circuit Fault Codes - Claim Guidelines.

350000 EQUIPMENT

Warranty Information Letter for Detroit NOx Sensor Circuit Fault Codes - Claim Guidelines.

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Warranty Information Letter for Detroit NOx Sensor Circuit Fault Codes - Claim Guidelines.

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Warranty Information Letter for Detroit NOx Sensor Circuit Fault Codes - Claim Guidelines.

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

Revised Warranty Information Letter for OWL and Warranty Manual Improvement: Sublets and Travel Time/Distance. In the spirit of continuous improvement, DTNA reviewed sublet-related policies and procedures. The goal was to improve language c

100000 POWER TRAIN

Warranty Information Letter for Detroit Resources: Exploded View DD Platform and DT12 Posters. Detroit's TechComm team created visual aids for the network and released exploded view posters for DD platform engines. In early 2021, Detroit ad

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Service Solution for M2 108SD 114SD Coolant Level Sensor PN 06-93316-002. This bulletin was updated 1/28/2021 to reflect the removal of the backshell P/N 23-13302-633, as the added length of the backshell makes it difficult to route the har

100000 POWER TRAIN

Revised Freightliner Service Bulletin for Axle Flange Gasket Replaced with O-Ring. Revision removed steps instructing removal and installation of wheels. Daimler Trucks North America has released a new axle shaft to hub rubber O-ring (part

030000 BRAKES (PWS)

Freightliner Service Bulletin for Access to Front Brake Zerk Fittings. Certain vehicles with Detroit front axles and Meritor EX-L front air disc brakes do not have access to the front brake zerk fittings for lubrication.

100000 POWER TRAIN

Revised Warranty Policy Letter for Alliance/Mascot Aftermarket Warranty and Claim Filing. Revisions are in blue. With Mascot now in partnership with Detroit Reman and Alliance Parts, DTNA is pleased to announce that Mascot coverage has been

010000 STEERING

356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY

Warranty Policy Letter for Alliance/Mascot Aftermarket Warranty and Claim Filing. With Mascot now in partnership with Detroit Reman and Alliance Parts, DTNA is pleased to announce that Mascot coverage has been added to OWL. Remanufactured A

350000 EQUIPMENT

100000 POWER TRAIN

010000 STEERING

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Technical Service Letter for Fault Code SPN 2629 FMI 10 on GHG21 936.917 DD8 Dual Stage Turbo with MCM Software Version 14

350000 EQUIPMENT

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

350000 EQUIPMENT

Updated Freightliner Service Bulletin for Powernet Troubleshooting Guide - Batteries, Path, Alternator, and Starter. This bulletin replaces the version dated 5/31/2017. Information is added about the BCT-460DTNA PowerNet Assessment Tool. Wh

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

Revised Technical Service Letter for Detroit DT12 TCM GHG17 Only; Bootloader Update. On Detroit DT12 equipped vehicles, it may be necessary to complete an additional step in the programming process when updating the TCM software.

100000 POWER TRAIN

350000 EQUIPMENT

Freightliner Service Bulletin for Axle Flange Gasket Replaced with O-Ring. Daimler Trucks North America has released a new axle shaft to hub rubber O-ring (part number 11-30728-000) as a replacement for the paper gasket (part number 11-1441

100000 POWER TRAIN

350000 EQUIPMENT

Tech Talk discussion about power steering fluid.

010000 STEERING

Tech Talk discussion about power steering fluid.

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Tech Talk discussion on repair verification for codes like 'low air flow' when a trailer is not available.

350000 EQUIPMENT

Customer Service Announcement for Release of DiagnosticLink 8.12 Service Pack 2. On Thursday, September 3, 2020, Service Pack (SP) 2 for DiagnosticLink 8.12 Standard and Professional will be made available to download from the Detroit Diese

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

Revised letter is to announce a reimbursement available to dealers for travel to a customer's location to perform a recall or field service campaign. Potential travel reimbursement applies to DTNA truck dealers and Detroit Diesel distributo

353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL

Service Bulletin for Powertrain PDM and Main PDM Bracket Modi??A?A?cation. This bulletin replaces the version dated 10/31/2019. The build date section has been added.

100000 POWER TRAIN

Service Bulletin for Powertrain PDM and Main PDM Bracket Modi??A?A?cation. This bulletin replaces the version dated 10/31/2019. The build date section has been added.

350000 EQUIPMENT

Service Bulletin for Powertrain PDM and Main PDM Bracket Modi??A?A?cation. This bulletin replaces the version dated 10/31/2019. The build date section has been added.

356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY

Service Bulletin for Powertrain PDM and Main PDM Bracket Modi??A?A?cation. This bulletin replaces the version dated 10/31/2019. The build date section has been added.

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

Important Campaign Information letter announcing Dealer Travel for Campaign Performance. This letter is to announce a reimbursement available to dealers for travel to a customer??A???A???A???A???A???A???A???A???A???A???A???A?s location to p

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

Warranty Information Letter for OWL and Warranty Manual Improvement: Sublets and Travel Time/Distance. In the spirit of continuous improvement, DTNA reviewed sublet-related policies and procedures. The goal was to improve language clarity a

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

Warranty Information Letter informing that to ensure that DTNA policies and service network practices align, the Warranty Department will be revising the Warranty Manual.

350000 EQUIPMENT

Freightliner Service Bulletin for Non-Airliner Rear Suspension Crossmember Fastener Change. With the start of production on March 2, 2020, the fasteners used to assemble the non-Airliner rear suspension (bogie) crossmember have changed. The

022000 SUSPENSION:REAR

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Technical Service Letter for EPA10, GHG14, GHG17 Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) Compatibility. Note: This document supersedes 14 TS-25 and 15 TS-8. Detroit Diesel has determined that some, Diesel Particulate Filters (DPFs) are compatible i

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

OEM and distributor announcement for DiagnosticLink 8.12 (Build 4527) was made available. All DTNA Service shops & OEM locations are required to maintain the latest version of software on each of their stations.

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Customer Service Announcement informing that Service Pack (SP) 1 for DiagnosticLink??A???A???A???A???A???A???A???A? 8.12 Standard and Professional is available to download from the Detroit Diesel server.

120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING

Service Bulletin for Front Lighting Ground Splice Pack Failure. The left and right hood lighting of these vehicles have separate ground paths to the frame and use the same splice pack parts. The splice packs are part of the hood commodity a

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Customer Service Announcement for DiagnosticLink Software Update Reminder. Due to various software changes and fixes, vehicles will require DiagnosticLink 8.12 to perform functional programming. Failure to use this version may cause errors,

162300 STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR

Service Bulletin for Guidelines for Cleaning and Disinfecting Cab Surfaces. The following guidelines are for cleaning and disinfecting commonly touched surfaces on the inside and outside of a vehicle. For best results, follow cleaning and d

100000 POWER TRAIN

Freightliner Service Bulletin for Rerouting Wiring Harness to Reduce Chafing. Allison transmission wiring harness chafing causes disruption to gear engagement and fault code generation. To reduce chafing, the wiring is routed using stand of

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Customer Service Announcement for Release of DiagnosticLink 8.12. On Wednesday, June 10, 2020, DiagnosticLink 8.12 will be made available for download from the ordering system. Current subscribers of DiagnosticLink 8.xx can upgrade to Diagn

356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY

Technical Service Letter for DD Heavy Duty Platform Belt Tensioner Change. A newly designed, dual-arm friction shoe damping tensioner was implemented for the DD Heavy Duty Platform.

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

Warranty Information Letter for Warranty Training Online. DTNA is pleased to announce the release of new Warranty-related training videos. The videos provide Warranty content in short instructional videos that are available on demand throug

350000 EQUIPMENT

Warranty Policy Letter for Chassis Progressive Damage Policy Change. Effective for repair orders opened on or after April 27, 2020, if an Authorized Service Location installed a part which later has a warrantable failure, progressive damage

350000 EQUIPMENT

Warranty Policy Letter for Handling for Authorized Service Location Part Transfers. To promote 24-hour throughput and maximum efficiency, DTNA is adjusting multiple handling policies: Launching a new handling allowance for parts ordered fr

350000 EQUIPMENT

Warranty Policy Letter for Handling Change: Over the Counter Aftermarket Parts Replacement Program. DTNA is pleased to announce that handling will increase to 33% for Misc. Replacement Part type claims filed under the Over the Counter (OTC)

350000 EQUIPMENT

Warranty Information Letter for Warranty Long Block Program Change. The Detroit Reman Long Block Program has expanded. The expansion reduces complexity in ordering reman engines and promotes stocking reman engines to meet uptime commitments

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

280000 BACK OVER PREVENTION

Service Bulletin for Lengthening the Backup Light Harness. Though the backup light harness is long enough to connect to the backup light switch, it may be short enough that the wire seals in the connector can be stressed. Moisture entering

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

020000 SUSPENSION

Freightliner Service Bulletin for Front Axle Spacer Replacement. This service bulletin replaces the version dated 05/01/2016. This bulletin is updated to include the parts list. Some vehicles may exhibit a lean (right or left) due to weight

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Service Information Bulletin for Cylinder Block Porosity Repair for DD5 and DD8 egnines. Use this procedure to repair oil leaks caused by cylinder block porosity. The low oil pressure, cast areas of the cylinder block can be repaired using

350000 EQUIPMENT

Customer Service Announcement saying that Service Pack (SP) 3 for DiagnosticLink??A? 8.11 Standard and Professional will be available for download from the Detroit Diesel server.

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Customer Service Announcement saying that Service Pack (SP) 3 for DiagnosticLink??A? 8.11 Standard and Professional will be available for download from the Detroit Diesel server.

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

Freightliner Service Bulletin for vibration troubleshooting - finding the cause. This version replaces the version dated 5/1/14 and adds New Cascadia.

160000 STRUCTURE

Warranty Policy Letter explaining the Warranty Department is aligning with the frame rail repair policy, published in DTNA Workshop Manuals, which states that there are very few cases in which welding a heat-treated frame rail is allowed. T

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

020000 SUSPENSION

Freightliner Service Bulletin for vibration troubleshooting - finding the cause. This version replaces the version dated 5/1/14 and adds New Cascadia.

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FREIGHTLINER 108SD - All Years Overview

Complete safety history for the FREIGHTLINER 108SD across all model years (2010, 2026).

115 Total Recalls

3 Total Complaints

0 Investigations

0 Reported Crashes

0 Reported Fires

0 Reported Deaths

FREIGHTLINER 108SD - Year by Year

Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.

Year	Recalls	Complaints
2026	4	0	View
2025	6	0	View
2024	2	0	View
2023	4	0	View
2022	4	0	View
2021	10	0	View
2020	10	1	View
2019 (current)	15	0
2018	11	0	View
2017	8	2	View
2016	11	0	View
2015	11	0	View
2014	7	0	View
2013	6	0	View
2012	4	0	View
2011	1	0	View
2010	1	0	View

Other FREIGHTLINER Models

Model	Recalls	Complaints
BUSINESS CLASS M2	507	62	View
CASCADIA	497	398	View
114SD	349	8	View
SPRINTER 3500	312	31	View
SPRINTER 2500	291	64	View
SPRINTER 1500	212	0	View
SPRINTER 4500	210	2	View
COLUMBIA	203	110	View

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Technical Service Bulletins, 2019 FREIGHTLINER 108SD

Most Affected Components

FREIGHTLINER 108SD - All Years Overview

FREIGHTLINER 108SD - Year by Year

Other FREIGHTLINER Models