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NHTSA Recall 20V176000: Axle assembly (power train)

Daimler Trucks North America LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 1,532 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Freightliner 108SD.

1,532
vehicles potentially affected
2
models affected
2020
owners notified (May 12)
NHTSA campaign20V176000
Manufacturer campaignFL-846
ComponentPOWER TRAIN › AXLE ASSEMBLY
Report receivedMarch 23, 2020
Owner notificationMay 12, 2020
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

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.

Safety 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.

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.

Vehicles covered by recall 20V176000

Make and modelModel years
Freightliner 108SD2019, 2020
Freightliner Business Class M22019, 2020

Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.