FREIGHTLINER BUSINESS CLASS M2 2017: ENGINE

General Information

NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 20V466000

Make Model Year
FREIGHTLINER BUSINESS CLASS M2 2017
Date Owners Notified Date Received by ODI Date Added to Database
2020-10-05 2020-08-07 2020-08-10

Production Dates: 2010-01-06 - 2016-02-29

Manufacturers Involved: Daimler Trucks North America, LLC

Manufacturer Campaign Number: FL-858

Component: ENGINE

Potential Number Of Units Affected: 5374

Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report

Summary

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.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 'TTY 1-800-424-9153', or go to www.safercar.gov.