NHTSA Recall 20V642000: Clutch assembly (power train)
Daimler Trucks North America LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 4,329 vehicles. It affects 8 models including the Freightliner 108SD.
| NHTSA campaign | 20V642000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | FL-865 |
| Component | POWER TRAIN › CLUTCH ASSEMBLY |
| Report received | October 16, 2020 |
| Owner notification | May 28, 2021 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Freightliner Cascadia, Business Class M2, 108SD, 114SD and 122SD and Western Star 4700, 4900 and 5700 vehicles. An internal component within the clutch assembly may fail, which in certain circumstances could allow the vehicle to move unexpectedly.
Safety risk
Unintended vehicle movement van increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will update the software and replace the clutches, free of charge. DTNA issued owners an interim notification on December 7, 2020. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 28, 2021. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-865.
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 20V642000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Freightliner 108SD | 2018, 2019 |
| Freightliner 114SD | 2018, 2019 |
| Freightliner 122SD | 2018, 2019 |
| Freightliner Business Class M2 | 2018, 2019 |
| Freightliner Cascadia | 2018, 2019 |
| Western Star 4700 | 2018, 2019 |
| Western Star 4900 | 2018, 2019 |
| Western Star 5700 | 2018, 2019 |
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.