Recall 20V686000: 2019–2021 Freightliner Econic SD
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Nov 5, 2020
- Vehicles affected
- 104
- Models
- 1
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2019-2021 Freightliner EconicSD vehicles. The routing and securement of certain electrical power cables at the battery relay and ground cable may cause the components to be damaged.
The risk
A damaged power cable wire coming into contact with the ground cable at the battery relay may increase the risk of a fire from overloading the ground connection. Additionally, a damaged ground connection may also result in an unexpected engine stall without warning and inability to restart, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will reroute the left ground cable and install a new connection joint, and the battery cables will be reoriented and a new heat sleeve installed, free of charge. The recall began December 24, 2020. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-867.
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.
Affected vehicles
- 2019 Freightliner Econic SD
- 2020 Freightliner Econic SD
- 2021 Freightliner Econic SD
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 20V686000
- Manufacturer campaign
- FL-867
- Manufacturer
- Daimler Trucks North America LLC
- Owner letters
- Dec 24, 2020
- Components
- Electrical system:12v/24v/48v battery:cables (Electrical System)
Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology