Safety Recall NHTSA · 20V466000 Reported August 7, 2020

Engine harness may contact and chafe

Daimler Trucks North America, Llc · Electrical System · 5,374 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
20V466000
Manufacturer Campaign
FL-858
Component
Electrical System
Vehicles Affected
5,374
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
August 7, 2020
Completion Rate
92.82

Defect Summary

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 Consequence

A engine stall may increase the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

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.

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 20V466000 or campaign FL-858.
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 20V466000

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

What is recall 20V466000?

NHTSA recall 20V466000 was issued by Daimler Trucks North America, Llc on August 7, 2020. It addresses: Engine harness may contact and chafe. The recall affects approximately 5,374 vehicles, with the defect involving the Electrical System component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Daimler Trucks North America, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 20V466000 or the manufacturer campaign number FL-858. 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.