NHTSA Recall 20V539000: Multiple axle (suspension)
Daimler Trucks North America LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 103 vehicles. It affects 4 models including the Freightliner 114SD.
| NHTSA campaign | 20V539000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | FL-862 |
| Component | SUSPENSION › MULTIPLE AXLE |
| Report received | September 3, 2020 |
| Owner notification | October 30, 2020 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Daimler Truckers North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Freightliner 114SD, 122SD and Western Star 4700, and 4900 vehicles equipped with certain SL2065 steerable lift axles. The lower rear pivot cap screws may not be long enough to sufficiently engage the locking feature of the corresponding nuts.
Safety risk
If the screws are not long enough to engage the corresponding nuts, the hardware may separate from the suspension system, becoming a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash and/or injury.
Remedy
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the lower rear pivot cap screws for the proper length, correcting the hardware as necessary, free of charge. The recall began October 30, 2020. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-862.
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 20V539000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Freightliner 114SD | 2020, 2021 |
| Freightliner 122SD | 2020, 2021 |
| Western Star 4700 | 2020, 2021 |
| Western Star 4900 | 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.