2020 Freightliner Business Class M2 | 2021 Freightliner Business Class M2 | 2017 Freightliner Business Class M2 | 2018 Freightliner Business Class M2 | 2019 Freightliner Business Class M2 — Engine
Published August 10, 2020 · Recall initiated: August 7, 2020
Summary
NHTSA records recall 20V466000, published August 10, 2020 and initiated August 7, 2020. Recalling firm: Daimler Trucks North America, LLC; 2020 Freightliner Business Class M2 | 2021 Freightliner Business Class M2 | 2017 Freightliner Business Class M2 | 2018 Freightliner Business Class M2 | 2019 Freightliner Business Class M2 — Engine.
What's the hazard
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.
What to do
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.
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Recall details
- Brand
- FREIGHTLINER
- Model
- BUSINESS CLASS M2
- Manufacturer
- Daimler Trucks North America, LLC
- Lot
- 2020 FREIGHTLINER BUSINESS CLASS M2 | 2021 FREIGHTLINER BUSINESS CLASS M2 | 2017 FREIGHTLINER BUSINESS CLASS M2 | 2018 FREIGHTLINER BUSINESS CLASS M2 | 2019 FREIGHTLINER BUSINESS CLASS M2
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2020 Freightliner Business Class M2 | 2021 Freightliner Business Class M2 | 2017 Freightliner Business Class M2 | 2018 Freightliner Business Class M2 | 2019 Freightliner Business Class M2 — Engine recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 20V466000 on August 10, 2020. Reported hazard: 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.
What should I do if I have this product?
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.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: FREIGHTLINER. Model: BUSINESS CLASS M2.