Safety Recall NHTSA · 20V176000 Reported March 23, 2020

Axles insufficiently lubricated

Daimler Trucks North America, Llc · Power Train · 1,532 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
20V176000
Manufacturer Campaign
FL-846
Component
Power Train
Vehicles Affected
1,532
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
March 23, 2020
Completion Rate
59.99

Defect Summary

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 Consequence

If the bearings are damaged, the wheel may separate and cause a sudden loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of crash.

Corrective Action

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.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Daimler Trucks North America, Llc dealer and reference recall ID 20V176000 or campaign FL-846.
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 20V176000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 20V176000?

NHTSA recall 20V176000 was issued by Daimler Trucks North America, Llc on March 23, 2020. It addresses: Axles insufficiently lubricated. The recall affects approximately 1,532 vehicles, with the defect involving the Power Train component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Daimler Trucks North America, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 20V176000 or the manufacturer campaign number FL-846. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.

Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Where does the data on this page come from?

All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.