NHTSA Campaign 20V176000
POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY
Issued by Daimler Trucks North America LLC · Reported Mar 23, 2020 · 1,532 vehicles affected
What's wrong
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.
Vehicles affected by this recall
| Make | Model | Year | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| FREIGHTLINER | 108SD | 2019 | 1,532 |
| FREIGHTLINER | 108SD | 2020 | 1,532 |
| FREIGHTLINER | BUSINESS CLASS M2 | 2019 | 1,532 |
| FREIGHTLINER | BUSINESS CLASS M2 | 2020 | 1,532 |
Source: NHTSA Campaign 20V176000 on nhtsa.gov. To check the current repair status for a specific vehicle, use our free VIN decoder.