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2020 Freightliner Business recalls

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Recalls on record for a 2020 Freightliner Business

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9 current recalls

Visual System

Transport Canada recall 2023202 · manufacturer campaign FL-969

4 April 2023

Transport Canada lists: 108 2020–2022 · 114 2020–2022 · Business 2020–2022 · M 2 2020–2022 · and 1 more

What is wrong

On certain trucks, the spline teeth in the windshield wiper arm(s) could wear and break. If this happens, the windshield wipers may not work properly. Note: This is an expansion of recall FL-926 (Transport Canada Recall 2022-172).

Why it matters

Windshield wipers that don't work could affect a driver's visibility and increase the risk of a crash.

What the dealer will do

Daimler Truck North America (DTNA) will notify the owners by mail and instruct you to take your truck to a DTNA authorized service facility to inspect, and if necessary, replace the windshield wiper arm(s).

4,784 vehicles affected in CanadaTruck - Med. & H.D.Safety Mfr

Steering

Transport Canada recall 2023083 · manufacturer campaign FL-967

20 February 2023

Transport Canada lists: 108 2019–2021 · 114 2019–2021 · 122 2019–2021 · Business 2019–2021 · and 3 more

What is wrong

On certain trucks, the joint connecting the steering arm to the drag link may not have been properly tightened. As a result, the joint could loosen and separate, causing a loss of steering control.

Why it matters

A loss of steering control could create the risk of a crash.

What the dealer will do

Daimler Truck North America (DTNA) will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your truck to a DTNA authorized service facility to inspect the castle nut on the drag link taper joint. The nut will be checked for the correct torque, and tightened or repaired, as necessary.

3,460 vehicles affected in CanadaTruck - Med. & H.D.Safety Mfr

Tires

Transport Canada recall 2022715 · manufacturer campaign FL-962

12 December 2022

Transport Canada lists: 108 2019–2023 · 114 2019–2023 · Business 2019–2023 · 4700 2019–2023 · and 1 more

What is wrong

Certain trucks were built with tires that are not approved for use with the truck's wheels. As a result, the tires may not perform properly, or a tire could fail.

Why it matters

A tire failure could cause a loss of control and increase the risk of a crash.

What the dealer will do

Daimler Truck North America (DTNA) will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your truck to a DTNA authorized service facility to replace the affected tires.

16 vehicles affected in CanadaTruck - Med. & H.D.Compliance Mfr

Tires

Transport Canada recall 2021706 · manufacturer campaign FL-908

17 November 2021

Transport Canada lists: 108 2011–2022 · 114 2011–2022 · Business 2011–2022 · 4700 2011–2022 · and 1 more

What is wrong

Certain trucks were built with tires that are not approved for use with the truck's wheels. As a result, the tires may not perform properly, or a tire could fail.

Why it matters

A tire failure could cause a loss of control and increase the risk of a crash.

What the dealer will do

Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA) will notify owners by mail. The corrective actions for this recall are under development. You will be instructed to bring your truck to a DTNA authorized service facility when a repair is available.

948 vehicles affected in CanadaTruck - Med. & H.D.Compliance Mfr

Fuel System

Transport Canada recall 2021271 · manufacturer campaign FL-886

7 May 2021

Transport Canada lists: 108 2018–2021 · 114 2018–2021 · Business 2018–2021 · XC 2018–2021 · and 1 more

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, the fuel rail assembly could develop a leak. Note: This recall only affects vehicles equipped with a Cummins L9 or ISX12 diesel engine.

Why it matters

A fuel leak can create the risk of a fire.

What the dealer will do

Cummins will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a Cummins authorized service center to inspect the fuel rail. If damage is found, the fuel rail and fuel lines will be replaced. If no damage is found, the fuel rail will be reassembled with new crush washers using a special tool.

731 vehicles affected in CanadaMotorhomeSafety Mfr

Engine

Transport Canada recall 2020408 · manufacturer campaign FL-860

1 September 2020

Transport Canada lists: 108 2018–2021 · 114 2018–2021 · Business 2018–2021

What is wrong

On certain trucks, the engine wire harness could be damaged by contact with various locations around the air compressor and the frame rail. If this happens, the engine could stall and you may not be able to restart it. Note: This recall only affects trucks built with a Detroit DD8 engine.

Why it matters

A sudden loss of engine power could increase the risk of a crash.

What the dealer will do

Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA) will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your truck to a DTNA authorized service facility to inspect the clearance between the wire harness and engine, and to check for any damage to the wiring. If the wire harness is damaged, it will be replaced with a new harness that has a severe duty wrap and additional hardware for routing.

979 vehicles affected in CanadaTruck - Med. & H.D.Safety Mfr

Engine

Transport Canada recall 2020365 · manufacturer campaign FL-858

7 August 2020

Transport Canada lists: Business 2017–2021

What is wrong

On certain trucks, the engine wire harness could be damaged by contact with various locations around the air compressor and the frame rail. If this happens, the engine could stall and you may not be able to restart it. Note: This recall only affects trucks built with a Detroit DD5 engine.

Why it matters

A sudden loss of engine power could increase the risk of a crash.

What the dealer will do

Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA) will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your truck to a DTNA authorized service facility to inspect the clearance between the wire harness and engine, and to check for any damage to the wiring. If the wire harness is damaged, it will be replaced with a new harness that has a severe duty wrap and additional hardware for routing.

230 vehicles affected in CanadaTruck - Med. & H.D.Safety Mfr

Lights And Instruments

Transport Canada recall 2020158 · manufacturer campaign FL-848

14 April 2020

Transport Canada lists: 122 2006–2021 · Argosy 2006–2021 · Business 2006–2021 · Cascadia 2006–2021 · and 5 more

What is wrong

On certain trucks equipped with "Fleet Engineer" mud flaps, the bracket for the mud flaps may partially cover the rear reflective tape. Canadian regulations require that reflective tape must be visible on the rear of the truck.

Why it matters

Reflective tape that is covered may make the truck less visible to others and could create an increased risk of a crash.

What the dealer will do

Daimler Trucks of North America (DTNA) will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your truck to an authorized DTNA Service Facility to inspect the reflective tape. It will be moved as necessary to meet the regulations.

873 vehicles affected in CanadaTruck - Med. & H.D.Compliance Mfr

Brakes

Transport Canada recall 2020086 · manufacturer campaign FL-845

3 March 2020

Transport Canada lists: 114 2019–2020 · Business 2019–2020 · Cascadia 2019–2020 · Columbia 2019–2020 · and 2 more

What is wrong

On certain trucks equipped with air disc brakes, the brake caliper mounting bolts may not be properly tightened. This could cause the caliper bolts to loosen and result in reduced brake effectiveness.

Why it matters

Reduced brake effectiveness could cause an increase in stopping distance and create the risk of a crash.

What the dealer will do

The company will notify owners by mail and instruct them to take their truck to an authorized Daimler Trucks of North America Service Facility to inspect and replace the brake caliper bolts as necessary.

231 vehicles affected in CanadaTruck - Med. & H.D.Safety Mfr

Source: Vehicle recalls — Transport Canada. Data current as of 30 July 2026. 17,913 recalls, refreshed daily from Transport Canada’s 60-day feed. CarMonitor is not affiliated with Transport Canada or any manufacturer.