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NHTSA Recall 20V466000: Engine and electrical system: wiring

Daimler Trucks North America LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 5,374 vehicles. It affects 2017–2021 Freightliner Business Class M2.

5,374
vehicles potentially affected
1
model affected
2020
owners notified (October 5)
NHTSA campaign20V466000
Manufacturer campaignFL-858
ComponentsENGINE; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM › WIRING
Report receivedAugust 7, 2020
Owner notificationOctober 5, 2020
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

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.

Safety risk

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.

Vehicles covered by recall 20V466000

Make and modelModel years
Freightliner Business Class M22017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021

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.