2021 FREIGHTLINER 114SD
14 recalls, 0 complaints - 141 TSBs
25V760000 Nov 4, 2025
SUSPENSION:CRITICAL FASTENERS
Defect Description
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2020-2026 Western Star 49X, Freightliner Business Class M2, Freightliner 114SD, Freightliner 108SD, 2021-2026 Western Star 47X, 2021-2023 Freightliner 122SD, 2022 Western Star 48X, and 2023 Western Star 4700 vehicles. The axle clamp faste... Read more
Consequence
A loss of vehicle control increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and tighten the fasteners, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 29, 2025. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is F1027.
23V237000 Apr 4, 2023
VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:LINKAGES
Defect Description
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Freightliner Business-Class M2, FCCC Business-Class M2, FCCC S2G (FCCC Business-Class M2), FCCC S2RV, FCCC SC2 (FCCC Shuttle Chassis), 2021-2022 Freightliner 108SD, and Freightliner 114SD vehicles. The windshield wiper linkages... Read more
Consequence
Inoperative windshield wipers can reduce visibility in certain driving conditions, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the windshield wiper arm and linkage parts, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 2, 2023. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL969.
23V105000 Feb 20, 2023
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.
22V919000 Dec 12, 2022
WHEELS:RIM
Defect Description
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Freightliner 114SD, 2023 Freightliner 122SD, 2020 Western Star 4700, 2019-2022 Western Star 4900, 2019-2023 Freightliner Business Class M2, and 2021 Freightliner Cascadia vehicles. The vehicles are equipped with tires that are ... Read more
Consequence
Driving with tires that are not compatible with their rims can reduce tire performance, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the tires, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 2, 2023. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-962.
21V965000 Dec 13, 2021
FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM:FUEL RAIL
Defect Description
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Western Star 4700, 2019-2022 Freightliner 114SD, 2021-2022 Western Star 49X, Freightliner Cascadia P4, 2022 Western Star 47X, 2021 Western Star WF110, 2020 Western Star WJ121, and 2019-2021 FCCC XCP Chassis vehicles. The fuel t... Read more
Consequence
A high pressure fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the fuel tubes, and install vibration isolators, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 28, 2022. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-915.
21V896000 Nov 17, 2021
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
21V369000 May 19, 2021
STEERING:LINKAGES:TIE ROD ASSEMBLY
Defect Description
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Freightliner 114SD, 122SD, Business Class M2, Cascadia, 108SD, Western Star 4900, 4700, 5700, Custom Chass RV Chassis, Custom Chass S2 Chassis, Custom Chass XC Chassis, Custom Chass XB Chassis, and Custom Chass MT Chassis. The ... Read more
Consequence
Detached or broken tie rod ends can result in steering loss, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the tie rod clamp bolts and nuts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 23, 2021. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-888.
21V326000 May 7, 2021
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.
21V256000 Apr 12, 2021
STEERING:CRITICAL FASTENERS
Defect Description
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Freightliner Cascadia, Business Class M2, 114SD, 108SD, 122SD, Custom Chass S2 Chassis, Custom Chass XB Chassis, Custom Chass XC Chassis, and Custom Chass MT Chassis Western Star 4700, 4900, 5700 vehicles. The steering arm and ... Read more
Consequence
A fractured bolt may cause a loss of steering, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the tie rod arm and steering arm bolts, free of charge. The recall began on June 10, 2021. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-884.
20V660000 Oct 27, 2020
SUSPENSION:REAR:AXLE:SPINDLE
Defect Description
Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Freightliner Cascadia, 2021 Freightliner 108SD, 114SD and Business Class M2 and Western Star 4700, 4900 and 5700 vehicles. The steer axle spindle nut snap-ring locking feature may be incorrectly installed or missing from the lef... Read more
Consequence
A missing or improperly installed locking snap ring can result in wheel-end failure and potentially a wheel-off/separation condition, increasing the risk of crash.
Remedy
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the hub cap plug, and reinstall or replace of the snap-ring as needed, free of charge. The recall began December 18, 2020. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-866.
20V634000 Oct 14, 2020
TIRES
Defect Description
Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Western Star 4700 and 4900 and Freightliner Coronado, 108SD and 114SD vehicles. The vehicle certification label contains incorrect information, stating a Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) that exceeds the tire capacity rating. As... Read more
Consequence
Incorrect weight rating information on the certification labels could result in potential overloading of the axles, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will install accurate GAWR labels, free of charge. The recall began November 25, 2020. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-864.
20V539000 Sep 3, 2020
SUSPENSION:MULTIPLE AXLE
Defect Description
Daimler Truckers North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Freightliner 114SD, 122SD and Western Star 4700, and 4900 vehicles equipped with certain SL2065 steerable lift axles. The lower rear pivot cap screws may not be long enough to sufficiently engage the locking feature of the cor... Read more
Consequence
If the screws are not long enough to engage the corresponding nuts, the hardware may separate from the suspension system, becoming a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash and/or injury.
Remedy
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the lower rear pivot cap screws for the proper length, correcting the hardware as necessary, free of charge. The recall began October 30, 2020. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-862.
20V527000 Sep 1, 2020
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
20V211000 Apr 10, 2020
EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
Defect Description
Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2020 Freightliner 108SD and 2020-2021 Freightliner Coronado, 114SD, and Western Star 4700 and 4900 vehicles. The Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) on the certification label may be incorrect, possibly resulting in the vehicle being overload... Read more
Consequence
An overloaded vehicle can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will update the GAWR labels, free of charge. The recall began May 28, 2020. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL847.
No complaints found for this vehicle.
Technical Service Bulletins, 2021 FREIGHTLINER 114SD
141 manufacturer communications from 90 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 36 |
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 24 |
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 16 |
| 100000 POWER TRAIN | 10 |
| 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL | 9 |
| 010000 STEERING | 7 |
| 356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY | 7 |
| 020000 SUSPENSION | 4 |
SS3144-FTL
Apr 25, 2024
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Service Solution for DEF Pump Wiring for Cummins CM2450 Engine Controller
FL974
Feb 20, 2024
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
ICI24-006
Feb 20, 2024
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Important Campaign Information letter for FL974 - Revised Bulletin & Population
FL974
Jan 19, 2024
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Emissions Recall: Cummins DEF Sensor Shortage
SF672_V4
Nov 3, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Revised Field Service Campaign for Common Telematics Platform Software Update
SF672_V4
Nov 3, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
Revised Field Service Campaign for Common Telematics Platform Software Update
SF672
Jun 2, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Field Service Campaign for Common Telematics Platform Software Update
SF672
Jun 2, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
Field Service Campaign for Common Telematics Platform Software Update
ICI23-010
Mar 31, 2023
010000 STEERING
Important Campaign Information letter communicating that SF660 Field Service Campaign is Replaced by FL967.
SF660A
Jan 9, 2023
010000 STEERING
Revised Field Service Campaign for Drag Link Tapered Joint
SF660
Dec 14, 2022
010000 STEERING
Field Service Campaign for Drag Link Tapered Joint
SB54-295
Jul 28, 2022
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
SB49-042
Feb 15, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Freightliner Service Bulletin for DEF Connector Reinforcement Caps.
SF613
Oct 1, 2021
030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
ConMet Front Hub to Rotor Fasteners. On certain vehicles, the front rotor nuts may not be torqued to manufacturer specification. Loose components could cause damage to the ABS tone rings, the ABS sensors, and the anchor plate mounting faste
SB60-176
Jun 3, 2021
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
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
SB60-176
Jun 3, 2021
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
SS1034797-2021
May 7, 2021
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
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
SS1034797-2021
May 7, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
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
SS1034797-2021
May 7, 2021
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
SB54-320
Apr 30, 2021
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
WI21-009
Apr 19, 2021
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
SF621
Apr 9, 2021
010000 STEERING
Freightliner Field Service Campaign for Freightliner Drag Link Cotter Pin. Errors found in the cotter pin installation process indicate that it may not have been completed properly. This may result in the cotter pin not being bent correctly
WI21-008
Apr 6, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
Warranty Information Letter announcing DTNA is adjusting the Standard Repair Times (SRTs) shown. The updated times will be applied to repair orders opened on or after April 5, 2021.
SB54-328
Mar 31, 2021
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
SB83-155
Mar 24, 2021
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.
WP21-007
Mar 22, 2021
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
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
WP21-007
Mar 22, 2021
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
SB49-038
Mar 16, 2021
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
SB54-308
Feb 25, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
Freightliner Service Bulletin for Programming Chassis Electronic Control Units (ECUs) With DiagnosticLink.
SB54-308
Feb 25, 2021
061610 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECU/ECM):SOFTWARE
Freightliner Service Bulletin for Programming Chassis Electronic Control Units (ECUs) With DiagnosticLink.
20TS-07REV
Feb 19, 2021
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Revised Technical Service Letter for Cold Weather Faults on GHG17/21 DD13 with MCM Software Version 14. Due to colder weather, there may be an increase in the frequency of faults, noted below, on GHG17/21 DD13 trucks built after June 5th 20
20TS-08REV
Feb 19, 2021
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.
21OEM-06
Feb 19, 2021
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
WI21-006
Feb 15, 2021
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Warranty Information Letter for Detroit NOx Sensor Circuit Fault Codes - Claim Guidelines.
WI21-006
Feb 15, 2021
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Warranty Information Letter for Detroit NOx Sensor Circuit Fault Codes - Claim Guidelines.
WI21-006
Feb 15, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
Warranty Information Letter for Detroit NOx Sensor Circuit Fault Codes - Claim Guidelines.
WI21-006
Feb 15, 2021
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Warranty Information Letter for Detroit NOx Sensor Circuit Fault Codes - Claim Guidelines.
ICI21-003
Feb 15, 2021
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
WI20-014R
Feb 8, 2021
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
WI21-004
Feb 1, 2021
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
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
WI21-004
Feb 1, 2021
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
TechTalk8023
Jan 5, 2021
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Tech Talk discussion on Cummins FC 383 Intake Heater.
TechTalk8023
Jan 5, 2021
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Tech Talk discussion on Cummins FC 383 Intake Heater.
SB35-036
Dec 23, 2020
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
SB42-079
Dec 17, 2020
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.
WP20-018R
Dec 8, 2020
010000 STEERING
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
WP20-018R
Dec 8, 2020
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
WP20-018
Dec 7, 2020
010000 STEERING
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
WP20-018
Dec 7, 2020
100000 POWER TRAIN
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
WP20-018
Dec 7, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
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
WP20-018
Dec 7, 2020
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
20TS-08
Dec 6, 2020
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
CALFTL54-013
Nov 4, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Customer Advisory Letter for Updating the RP170 Customer Access Connector and Adding Overlays for J1939. The Electrical Guide for M2106, M2112, 108SD, 114SD Body Builder Reference Guide Revision: D June 2019 incorrectly displays pins 2 and
SS1034797
Oct 30, 2020
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
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
SS1034797
Oct 30, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
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
SS1034797
Oct 30, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
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
SB54-278
Oct 27, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
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
SB54-278
Oct 27, 2020
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
17TS-05REV2
Oct 20, 2020
100000 POWER TRAIN
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.
17TS-05REV2
Oct 20, 2020
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.
20TS-07
Oct 20, 2020
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Technical Service Letter for Cold Weather Faults on GHG17/21 DD13 with MCM Software Version 14. Due to colder weather, there may be an increase in the frequency of faults, noted below, on GHG17/21 DD13 trucks built after June 5th 2019. This
20TS-07
Oct 20, 2020
103100 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)
Technical Service Letter for Cold Weather Faults on GHG17/21 DD13 with MCM Software Version 14. Due to colder weather, there may be an increase in the frequency of faults, noted below, on GHG17/21 DD13 trucks built after June 5th 2019. This
20TS-07
Oct 20, 2020
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Technical Service Letter for Cold Weather Faults on GHG17/21 DD13 with MCM Software Version 14. Due to colder weather, there may be an increase in the frequency of faults, noted below, on GHG17/21 DD13 trucks built after June 5th 2019. This
20TS-06
Oct 12, 2020
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
DDC Technical Service Letter for GHG17 DD Platform Heavy Duty Oil Pan Drain Plug Inserts. Some GHG17 DD Platform Heavy Duty oil pans may experience an issue with the oil pan drain plug insert spinning during removal or installation while co
20TS-06
Oct 12, 2020
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
DDC Technical Service Letter for GHG17 DD Platform Heavy Duty Oil Pan Drain Plug Inserts. Some GHG17 DD Platform Heavy Duty oil pans may experience an issue with the oil pan drain plug insert spinning during removal or installation while co
SB35-036
Oct 7, 2020
100000 POWER TRAIN
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
SB35-036
Oct 7, 2020
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
18SP736
Sep 30, 2020
061110 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:BELTS AND ASSOCIATED PULLEYS
Detroit Diesel Special Publication informing about Heavy Duty Friction Style Belt Tensioner Kit. This heavy duty friction style belt tensioner kit contains the belt tensioner and two M10 bolts to correctly pin the friction style belt tensio
18SP736
Sep 30, 2020
062200 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:FAN
Detroit Diesel Special Publication informing about Heavy Duty Friction Style Belt Tensioner Kit. This heavy duty friction style belt tensioner kit contains the belt tensioner and two M10 bolts to correctly pin the friction style belt tensio
20TS-03REV2
Sep 29, 2020
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Revised 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. The revision includes additional information on re
TechTalk4725
Sep 22, 2020
010000 STEERING
Tech Talk discussion about power steering fluid.
TechTalk4725
Sep 22, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
Tech Talk discussion about power steering fluid.
TechTalk7679
Sep 15, 2020
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Tech Talk discussion on repair verification for codes like 'low air flow' when a trailer is not available.
20CSA-15
Aug 31, 2020
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
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
20CSA-15
Aug 31, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
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
20CSA-15
Aug 31, 2020
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
ICI20-026
Aug 26, 2020
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Important Campaign Information Letter informing that revised bulletins for Detroit Diesel campaigns D20R1REV1 and D20M8REV1 have been posted on DTNAConnect.
ICI20-026
Aug 26, 2020
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Important Campaign Information Letter informing that revised bulletins for Detroit Diesel campaigns D20R1REV1 and D20M8REV1 have been posted on DTNAConnect.
D20R1REV1
Aug 25, 2020
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Revised Detroit Emissions Recall for Daimler Trucks North America LLC, on behalf of its Detroit Powertrain Division, has determined that some Model Year 2020 GHG21 DD13 engines require reprogramming of the MCM to meet certification. NOTE: R
D20R1REV1
Aug 25, 2020
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Revised Detroit Emissions Recall for Daimler Trucks North America LLC, on behalf of its Detroit Powertrain Division, has determined that some Model Year 2020 GHG21 DD13 engines require reprogramming of the MCM to meet certification. NOTE: R
D20R1
Aug 17, 2020
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Detroit Emissions Recall for GHG21 Detroit DD13 Model Year 2020 Software Reprogramming. Daimler Trucks North America LLC, on behalf of its Detroit Powertrain Division, has determined that some Model Year 2020 GHG21 DD13 engines require repr
ICI20-022R
Aug 11, 2020
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
ICI20-024
Aug 7, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Important Campaign Information letter announcing that SF605 for LED Step Lighting has been suspended. It has been determined that a change in the procedure is necessary. A second Important Campaign Information letter will be posted when the
ICI20-024
Aug 7, 2020
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Important Campaign Information letter announcing that SF605 for LED Step Lighting has been suspended. It has been determined that a change in the procedure is necessary. A second Important Campaign Information letter will be posted when the
ICI20-024
Aug 7, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
Important Campaign Information letter announcing that SF605 for LED Step Lighting has been suspended. It has been determined that a change in the procedure is necessary. A second Important Campaign Information letter will be posted when the
WI20-012
Aug 3, 2020
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.
WI20-014
Aug 3, 2020
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
ICI20-022
Aug 3, 2020
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
SB31-043
Jul 28, 2020
022000 SUSPENSION:REAR
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
SB31-043
Jul 28, 2020
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
20CSA-10
Jul 27, 2020
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.
20OEM-05
Jul 27, 2020
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.
20TS-05
Jul 27, 2020
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
SB54-334
Jul 24, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
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
SB54-334
Jul 24, 2020
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
20CSA-09
Jul 23, 2020
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,
SB60-171
Jul 10, 2020
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
SB54-328
Jun 29, 2020
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
SF605
Jun 26, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Field Service Campaign for LED Step Lighting. The frontwall harness that controls the LED step lighting is wired incorrectly. The frontwall harness will be repinned.
SF605
Jun 26, 2020
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Field Service Campaign for LED Step Lighting. The frontwall harness that controls the LED step lighting is wired incorrectly. The frontwall harness will be repinned.
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NHTSA Safety Investigations, FREIGHTLINER 114SD
Investigations opened by NHTSA into potential safety defects. These are separate from recalls and may or may not result in a recall.
PE12018
Opened: Jun 25, 2012 , Closed: Sep 20, 2012
Air Brake Reservoir Bracket Fracture
The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) received Early Warning Reporting (EWR) data from the manufacturer that indicated some number of subject vehicles had allegedly experienced a fracture of one or more support brackets resulting in an unsecured air brake reservoir.This could result in a loss of... Read more
FREIGHTLINER 114SD - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the FREIGHTLINER 114SD across all model years (2007, 2026).
167
Total Recalls
8
Total Complaints
1
Investigations
0
Reported Crashes
1
Reported Fires
0
Reported Deaths
FREIGHTLINER 114SD - 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 | 9 | 0 | View |
| 2024 | 3 | 0 | View |
| 2023 | 7 | 3 | View |
| 2022 | 9 | 3 | View |
| 2021 (current) | 14 | 0 | |
| 2020 | 12 | 0 | View |
| 2019 | 17 | 0 | View |
| 2018 | 13 | 0 | View |
| 2017 | 10 | 0 | View |
| 2016 | 15 | 0 | View |
| 2015 | 15 | 0 | View |
| 2014 | 9 | 0 | View |
| 2013 | 8 | 0 | View |
| 2012 | 8 | 2 | View |
| 2011 | 4 | 0 | View |
| 2010 | 4 | 0 | View |
| 2009 | 3 | 0 | View |
| 2008 | 2 | 0 | View |
| 2007 | 1 | 0 | View |