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2019-2020 Freightliner 108SD and Freightliner Business Class M2 recall: axle assembly

Daimler Trucks North America LLC reported this safety recall on March 23, 2020. It covers about 1,532 vehicles.

vehicles affected
1,532
reported
Mar 23, 2020
owners notified
May 12, 2020

Power train: axle assembly

What is 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.
Risk
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.

Recall number 20V176000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 20V176000

Is there a recall on the 2019-2020 Freightliner 108SD and Freightliner Business Class M2 axle assembly?

Yes. Recall 20V176000, reported on March 23, 2020, covers about 1,532 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 20V176000?

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.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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