NHTSA Campaign 20V466000
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
Issued by Daimler Trucks North America LLC · Reported Aug 7, 2020 · 5,374 vehicles affected
What's wrong
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2017-2021 Freightliner Business Class M2 trucks. The engine harness may contact and chafe at various locations around the air compressor and the frame rail. If the wires are damaged, they may short circuit, possibly causing an engine stall.
Consequence
A engine stall may increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect for adequate clearance between harness and engine, and for any engine harness damage. Vehicles with a damaged harness will receive a new harness. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began October 5, 2020. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-858.
Vehicles affected by this recall
| Make | Model | Year | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| FREIGHTLINER | BUSINESS CLASS M2 | 2017 | 5,374 |
| FREIGHTLINER | BUSINESS CLASS M2 | 2018 | 5,374 |
| FREIGHTLINER | BUSINESS CLASS M2 | 2019 | 5,374 |
| FREIGHTLINER | BUSINESS CLASS M2 | 2020 | 5,374 |
| FREIGHTLINER | BUSINESS CLASS M2 | 2021 | 5,374 |
Source: NHTSA Campaign 20V466000 on nhtsa.gov. To check the current repair status for a specific vehicle, use our free VIN decoder.