Electrical system: wiringRecall 20V-466 · 2017–2021 Freightliner Business Class M2
Daimler Trucks North America LLC recall 20V-466 covers 5,374 2017–2021 Freightliner Business Class M2 for a electrical system: wiring problem, reported to NHTSA on August 7, 2020. The manufacturer's latest report (2022 Q3) shows 86% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 20V466000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
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.
The risk
A engine stall may increase the risk of a crash.
The fix
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.
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.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
How fast cars are being fixed
86%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA.