No complaints are listed for the 2009 Freightliner 114SD. NHTSA's API and bulk file list none in this build.
Data build 2026-10-08.
NHTSA lists this vehicle as FREIGHTLINER 114SD.
Model-generated complaint tags: No complaints are listed for tagging.
Recalls
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3 recalls.
Date: 2015-06-03. Systems: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING.
Defect: Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain model year 2007-2016 Freightliner 114SD and M2 Business Class trucks, 2008-2009 Sterling LT8500 trucks and Thomas Built Bus Saf-T-Liner HDX transit buses equipped with certain Cummins Westport ISL G engines. Excessive engine crankcase pressures may cause the 90-degree elbow of the vent tube assembly to detach from the crankcase ventila (excerpt)
Consequence: If engine oil comes into contact with a hot surface, there is an increased risk of a fire. (excerpt)
Remedy: Cummins will notify owners on behalf of DTNA, and dealers will secure the ends of the 90-degree elbow. In addition, the electronic control module (ECM) will be reprogrammed with software that can adjust the engine output under misfire conditions to limit crankcase pressures. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on June 12, 2015. Owners may contact DTNA customer serv (excerpt)
Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.
Date: 2014-02-21. Systems: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING.
Defect: Daimler Trucks North America LLC (Daimler) is recalling certain model year 2008-2015 Freightliner 114SD, Cascadia, M2 Business Class, Sterling LT8500, and Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner HDX vehicles manufactured February 19, 2008, through February 11, 2014, and equipped with Cummins Westport Model ISL G and Cummins Westport Model ISX12 G engines. Condensation in the intake manifold may freeze dur (excerpt)
Consequence: The sensor malfunction could induce elevated exhaust temperatures or flames from the exhaust pipe, increasing the risk of a vehicle fire or burn injury to a person near the exhaust pipe. (excerpt)
Remedy: Cummins and Cummins Westport will notify owners, and authorized Cummins service facilities will upload a new ECM calibration, free of charge. The recall began on April 12, 2014. Customers may contact Daimler at 1-800-385-4357 or Cummins Inc. at 1-800-343-7357. Daimler's number for this recall is FL-660. (excerpt)
Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.
Date: 2012-08-16. Systems: EQUIPMENT.
Defect: Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA) is recalling certain model year 2009-2012 Freightliner, Sterling, and Western Star vehicles manufactured from July 7, 2008, through December 15, 2011, and equipped with perpendicular air tank mounting brackets. The air tank mounting brackets may develop cracks which can lead to the air tank brackets separating from the frame rail. The air tanks may also separa (excerpt)
Consequence: Air tanks that become separated from a moving vehicle may create a road debris hazard, increasing the risk of a crash. (excerpt)
Remedy: DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the air mounting brackets, free of charge. The recall began on December 24, 2012. Owners may contact Daimler Trucks North America toll free at 1-800-547-0712. (excerpt)
Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.
Manufacturer communications
410 manufacturer communications.
Communications by system| System | Count |
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| EQUIPMENT | 153 |
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| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 102 |
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| ENGINE | 41 |
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| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE | 40 |
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| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 37 |
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| FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL | 24 |
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| POWER TRAIN | 21 |
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| FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER | 17 |
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10168048
Date: 2019-11-20. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, EQUIPMENT.
Service Bulletin for severe duty main PDM installation for vehicles operating in severe moisture and/or corrosive environments.
10166432
Date: 2019-10-25. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING.
Technical Service Letter communicating that information on DD Heavy Duty Platform Belt and Belt Tensioner can be found on TechLit.
10165414
Date: 2019-09-27. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: SUSPENSION.
Service Bulletin for Hendrickson HaulMaax Rear Suspension Transverse Torque Rod Tower Bracket Replacement
10165416
Date: 2019-09-27. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE.
Service Bulletin for Equiflo Fuel System Breather Tube Inspection
10165427
Date: 2019-09-27. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING, EQUIPMENT.
Tool Letter for ICC5 Programming Cable
10163421
Date: 2019-08-07. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ENGINE, EQUIPMENT, FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL.
This service kit includes all necessary parts to replace the high pressure fuel rail feed lines, mounting bracket, P-clips and mounting hardware in the event one of these parts are loosened, removed or missing from the engine.
10163599
Date: 2019-08-07. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: EQUIPMENT.
Warranty Information Letter sent to customers regarding new refrigerator supplier for returning parts.
10163511
Date: 2019-08-05. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: STRUCTURE.
Warranty Information Letter - Expanded guidelines for paint-related claims sent out to Freightliner, Western star, Thomas Built Bus, Export and Direct warranty customers
10161122
Date: 2019-04-24. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: POWER TRAIN.
DiagnosticLink support programming of both chassis and powertrain ECUs
10160786
Date: 2019-03-20. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
Service Bulletin- sb54311 ICU Odometer Programming