2000 FREIGHTLINER BUSINESS CLASS M2
1 recalls, 0 complaints - 80 TSBs
03V227000 Jun 17, 2003
TRAILER HITCHES:FIFTH WHEEL ASSEMBLY
Defect Description
ON CERTAIN TRUCK TRACTORS EQUIPPED WITH JOST INTERNATIONAL JSK 37U SERIES FIFTH WHEELS, A FATIGUE CRACK CAN DEVELOP IN THE BRACKET PIN WELD UNDER CERTAIN LOADING CONDITIONS.
Consequence
IF LEFT UNDETECTED OR CORRECTED IT COULD LEAD TO THE SEPARATION OF THE FIFTH WHEEL TOP PLATE FROM ITS MOUNTING STRUCTURE, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A CRASH.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE BRACKET PINS AND REPAIR INSTRUCTIONS FREE OF CHARGE. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN NOVEMBER 12, 2003. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT JOST INTERNATIO... Read more
No complaints found for this vehicle.
Technical Service Bulletins, 2000 FREIGHTLINER BUSINESS CLASS M2
80 manufacturer communications from 54 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 14 |
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 6 |
| 356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY | 6 |
| 100000 POWER TRAIN | 6 |
| 160000 STRUCTURE | 4 |
| 070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE | 3 |
| 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 3 |
| 062100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:RADIATOR ASSEMBLY | 3 |
04TS-43REV4
Feb 19, 2021
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Revised Technical Service Letter for Series 60 and Series 50 Camshaft Timing Specifications. Camshaft timing, valve lash, injector height, and Jake Brake lash are all very important specifications that must be followed closely in order to o
SB35-036
Oct 7, 2020
100000 POWER TRAIN
Freightliner Service Bulletin for Axle Flange Gasket Replaced with O-Ring. Daimler Trucks North America has released a new axle shaft to hub rubber O-ring (part number 11-30728-000) as a replacement for the paper gasket (part number 11-1441
SB35-036
Oct 7, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
Freightliner Service Bulletin for Axle Flange Gasket Replaced with O-Ring. Daimler Trucks North America has released a new axle shaft to hub rubber O-ring (part number 11-30728-000) as a replacement for the paper gasket (part number 11-1441
19-008WI
Aug 7, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
Warranty Information Letter sent to customers regarding new refrigerator supplier for returning parts.
19-009WI
Aug 5, 2019
160000 STRUCTURE
Warranty Information Letter - Expanded guidelines for paint-related claims sent out to Freightliner, Western star, Thomas Built Bus, Export and Direct warranty customers
fp46907
Apr 30, 2019
010000 STEERING
Steering Intermediate Shaft Replacement
sb54308
Apr 24, 2019
100000 POWER TRAIN
DiagnosticLink support programming of both chassis and powertrain ECUs
DOC-1034220
Mar 22, 2019
091200 FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:FUEL GAUGE SYSTEM
SS 1034220 SSI Ultrasonic Fuel Level Sensor Information
sb54311
Mar 20, 2019
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Service Bulletin- sb54311 ICU Odometer Programming
sb54308
Mar 11, 2019
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
sb54308 Chassis ECU Programming
fp00024
Mar 8, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
fp00024 Cable-Tie Reference
CALFTL54-001
Feb 19, 2019
100000 POWER TRAIN
Customer Advisory Letter on Powertrain PDM and Main PDM Bracket Modification
CALFTL54-001
Feb 19, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
Customer Advisory Letter on Powertrain PDM and Main PDM Bracket Modification
CALFTL54-001
Feb 19, 2019
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Customer Advisory Letter on Powertrain PDM and Main PDM Bracket Modification
sbw00018
Jan 25, 2019
131000 VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD
Service Bulletin M2 Heated Windshield Modification
sb0039
Jan 23, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
Service Bulletin New "Natural Gas Vehicle Information" Webpage
sb0039
Jan 23, 2019
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Service Bulletin New "Natural Gas Vehicle Information" Webpage
1212-18
Dec 31, 2018
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
Service Information Bulletin- Exhaust Gas Recirculation Crossover Pipe
1212-18
Dec 31, 2018
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Service Information Bulletin- Exhaust Gas Recirculation Crossover Pipe
1213-18
Dec 31, 2018
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Service Information Bulletin
1212-18
Dec 31, 2018
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Service Information Bulletin- Exhaust Gas Recirculation Crossover Pipe
1208-18
Dec 31, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
Service Information Bulletin- Oil Present at the Turbocharger Compressor Housing
1208-18
Dec 31, 2018
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
Service Information Bulletin- Oil Present at the Turbocharger Compressor Housing
1213-18
Dec 31, 2018
080000 FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL
Service Information Bulletin
1213-18
Dec 31, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
Service Information Bulletin
sb54308
Dec 21, 2018
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Service Bulletin- Chassis ECU Programming
sb0006
Dec 7, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
Service Bulletin- sb0006 Freightliner Courtesy Engineering Policy
GHG17
Nov 30, 2018
063100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL
Letter to customer on Coverage Extension GHG17 After Treatment
sb9810 Chassis P
Oct 18, 2018
160000 STRUCTURE
Service Bulletin 9810- Chassis Paint Usage
sb3125 AirLiner
Aug 14, 2018
020000 SUSPENSION
Service Bulletin: AirLiner Suspension Six-Piece Bolted Service Crossmember
sb0036
Jul 23, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
Operating Hours for the Customer Assistance Center
sb31037
May 1, 2018
020000 SUSPENSION
With the start of production on February 12, 2018, the fasteners used to assemble Airliner rear suspension crossmembers changed. The forward-suspension crossmember will assembled with 5/8-18 fasteners and the rear-suspension (bogie) crossme
sb54299
May 1, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
sb54299 ICU3 to ICU3S Replacement Guidelines
sb88048
May 1, 2018
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
A new design for the M2 grille went into prduction on February 5, 2018. The hood design has also changed slightly to accommodate a different grille fastening strategy. The old grille and hood part part numbers will no longer be produced, an
sb88048
May 1, 2018
162800 STRUCTURE:BODY:HOOD
A new design for the M2 grille went into prduction on February 5, 2018. The hood design has also changed slightly to accommodate a different grille fastening strategy. The old grille and hood part part numbers will no longer be produced, an
sb31038
May 1, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
The right-hand cab panel on New Cascadia can come into contact with the right-hand chassis-side fairing when making a left turn. This contact can result in an audible popping noise, paint-damage to the rocker panel and damage to the back-si
sb31038
May 1, 2018
162000 STRUCTURE:BODY
The right-hand cab panel on New Cascadia can come into contact with the right-hand chassis-side fairing when making a left turn. This contact can result in an audible popping noise, paint-damage to the rocker panel and damage to the back-si
sb31037
May 1, 2018
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
With the start of production on February 12, 2018, the fasteners used to assemble Airliner rear suspension crossmembers changed. The forward-suspension crossmember will assembled with 5/8-18 fasteners and the rear-suspension (bogie) crossme
sb31037
May 1, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
With the start of production on February 12, 2018, the fasteners used to assemble Airliner rear suspension crossmembers changed. The forward-suspension crossmember will assembled with 5/8-18 fasteners and the rear-suspension (bogie) crossme
sb2059
Feb 26, 2018
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
sb2059 Replacing Push-to-Connect Air Line Fittings with Brass Compression Fittings
sb2058
Feb 26, 2018
062100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:RADIATOR ASSEMBLY
sb2058 Early EPA07 QLD Radiator Replacement
sb2044
Feb 26, 2018
062100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:RADIATOR ASSEMBLY
sb2044 Radiator Strut Rod Bracket
sb2040
Feb 26, 2018
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
sb2040 New-Style Coolant Hose Clamps Available
sb2037
Feb 26, 2018
062100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:RADIATOR ASSEMBLY
sb2037 Interference Between the Upper Radiator Pipe and Hood
sb2036
Feb 26, 2018
062000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM
sb2036 Use and Maintenance Guidelines for Extended-Life Coolants
SS1033289
Dec 12, 2017
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Service Solution SS 1033289 BHM Fault Code SPN 524249 / FMI 7
SS1032728
Nov 28, 2017
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
SS 1032728 Bulkhead Module Fault Codes 524280 thru 524286 with FMI 7 Clarification
SS1033180
Jul 25, 2017
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Service Solution SS 1033180 BHM Fault Code SPN 524251 FMI 7 - Extr...
SS1032974
Jul 11, 2017
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
SS 1032974 High Oil Pressure on 2017 DTNA Vehicles Instrument Cluster Display
sb54296
Jun 17, 2017
074000 FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM (PWS)
Fuel Level Sending Unit Retrofit
sb0002
Jun 17, 2017
350000 EQUIPMENT
Technical Publications Ordering
sb54296
Jun 17, 2017
080000 FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL
Fuel Level Sending Unit Retrofit
SS1033094
May 12, 2017
073600 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM:MANIFOLD PRESSURE (MAP) SENSOR
Service Solution SS 1033094 KUS Float Tube Fuel Level Sensor Inform...
SS1033094
May 12, 2017
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Service Solution SS 1033094 KUS Float Tube Fuel Level Sensor Inform...
SS1032998
Feb 16, 2017
350000 EQUIPMENT
Service Solution SS 1032998 M2 mirror wind noise
SS1032989
Feb 9, 2017
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Service Solution SS 1032989 a?? BHM Fault Code Changes
FL688
Nov 1, 2015
030000 BRAKES (PWS)
Rear Brake Calipers and Anchor Plates.
sb83155
Jan 1, 2015
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
sb83155 Espar Service Information
sb9815
Jan 1, 2015
160000 STRUCTURE
sb9815 Paint Finish Standards
33-28
Sep 1, 2013
100000 POWER TRAIN
33-28 - Bearing Spacer Replacement, ConMet PreSet Steer Hubs
35-30
Sep 1, 2013
100000 POWER TRAIN
35-30 - Bearing Spacer Replacement, ConMet PreSet Drive Hubs
26-50
Sep 1, 2013
100000 POWER TRAIN
26-50 - M2 Shift Cable Noise, Allison Transmissions
54-280
Sep 1, 2013
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
54-280 - Video Available for Servicing APEX 150 Sealed 16-Pin Connectors
sb4932
May 1, 2013
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
sb4932 DEF Gauge Reading Incorrectly
sb4932
May 1, 2013
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
sb4932 DEF Gauge Reading Incorrectly
sb4932
May 1, 2013
063000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM
sb4932 DEF Gauge Reading Incorrectly
FSB-20-67
Aug 1, 2011
081100 FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
FREIGHTLINER: TANK SEAMS ARE SPLIT/CRACKED WHICH CAUSES FUEL TO LEAK. THE VALVE MIGHT BE PLUGGED WITH CONTAMINATE. *PE
TSB-54-237
Mar 1, 2011
126000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TURN SIGNAL
FREIGHTLINER: A NEW BULB SOCKET IS AVAILABLE FOR TURN/PARK LIGHTS THAT IS METALIZED TO WITHSTAND HIGH HEAT WITHOUT OUT GASSING. MODEL YEARS UNKNOWN. MODELS COLUMBIA, BUSINESS CLASS M2 AND CASCADIA. *PE UPDATED ON 6/14/201
SB-09-31
Jul 1, 2009
061200 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:DIESEL
FREIGHTLINER: SOME TRUCKS HAVE BEEN FOUND WITH INCORRECT SEALING OF AIR INTAKE DUCT ASSEMBLIES, ALLOWING UNFILTERED AIR TO BYPASS THE AIR CLEANER. LOOSE DUCT CONNECTIONS OR DIRT FOUND IN THE DUCTING DURING A FILTER SERVICE INDICATE THAT D
SB-33-24
Apr 1, 2009
203000 WHEELS:LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS/STUDS
FREIGHTLINER TRUCK: STEER AXLE MAINTENANCE, AAC AND MERITOR 6000LB AND 8000LB AXLES: THIS BULLETIN IS TO PROVIDE INFORMATION ON THE RECOMMENDED MAINTENANCE PROCEDURE TO BE ADDED TO DTNA MAINTENANCE MANUALS FOR ALL MODELS WITH THESE AXLE RAT
SB-33-24
Apr 1, 2009
107000 POWER TRAIN:AXLE HUBS
FREIGHTLINER TRUCK: STEER AXLE MAINTENANCE, AAC AND MERITOR 6000LB AND 8000LB AXLES: THIS BULLETIN IS TO PROVIDE INFORMATION ON THE RECOMMENDED MAINTENANCE PROCEDURE TO BE ADDED TO DTNA MAINTENANCE MANUALS FOR ALL MODELS WITH THESE AXLE RAT
SB-33-24
Apr 1, 2009
106220 POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY:AXLE SHAFT:SEAL
FREIGHTLINER TRUCK: STEER AXLE MAINTENANCE, AAC AND MERITOR 6000LB AND 8000LB AXLES: THIS BULLETIN IS TO PROVIDE INFORMATION ON THE RECOMMENDED MAINTENANCE PROCEDURE TO BE ADDED TO DTNA MAINTENANCE MANUALS FOR ALL MODELS WITH THESE AXLE RAT
FSB-54-224
Aug 1, 2008
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
FREIGHTLINER TRUCKS: NEW SEVERE DUTY TAILLIGHT AND TRAILER PDMS (POWER DISTRIBUTION MODULES).FOR REPLACING EXISTING PDMS ON TRUCKS. THE DESIGN IMPROVEMENTS PROTECT AGAINST WATER AND DUST INTRUSION. *PE
FSB-54-224
Aug 1, 2008
160000 STRUCTURE
FREIGHTLINER TRUCKS: NEW SEVERE DUTY TAILLIGHT AND TRAILER PDMS (POWER DISTRIBUTION MODULES).FOR REPLACING EXISTING PDMS ON TRUCKS. THE DESIGN IMPROVEMENTS PROTECT AGAINST WATER AND DUST INTRUSION. *PE
FSB-54-224
Aug 1, 2008
123000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TAIL LIGHTS
FREIGHTLINER TRUCKS: NEW SEVERE DUTY TAILLIGHT AND TRAILER PDMS (POWER DISTRIBUTION MODULES).FOR REPLACING EXISTING PDMS ON TRUCKS. THE DESIGN IMPROVEMENTS PROTECT AGAINST WATER AND DUST INTRUSION. *PE
01-93
Jul 1, 2008
061110 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:BELTS AND ASSOCIATED PULLEYS
FREIGHTLINER: CUMMINS ISB DRIVE BELT JUMPING. THE POLY-V SERPENTINE DRIVE BELT MAY JUMP OFF ONE OR MORE OF THE PULLEYS DURING OPERATION. *PE
01-93
Jul 1, 2008
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
FREIGHTLINER: CUMMINS ISB DRIVE BELT JUMPING. THE POLY-V SERPENTINE DRIVE BELT MAY JUMP OFF ONE OR MORE OF THE PULLEYS DURING OPERATION. *PE
SB-42-63
Jan 1, 2008
046100 SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:ANTILOCK:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE
FREIGHTLINER: ABS FAULT CODES DUE TO CONNECTOR WATER INTRUSION. ON SOME TRUCKS, THE ABS MODULE WAS MOVED INTO THE CAB. THIS REQUIRED A CONNECTOR TO BE PLACED UNDER THE CAB, BEHIND THE FRONT STEERING AXLE, ON THE FRAME RAIL. IF THIS CONN
SB-42-63
Jan 1, 2008
046500 SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:ANTILOCK:INTERCONNECTING ASSEMBLY(WIRING)
FREIGHTLINER: ABS FAULT CODES DUE TO CONNECTOR WATER INTRUSION. ON SOME TRUCKS, THE ABS MODULE WAS MOVED INTO THE CAB. THIS REQUIRED A CONNECTOR TO BE PLACED UNDER THE CAB, BEHIND THE FRONT STEERING AXLE, ON THE FRAME RAIL. IF THIS CONN
SB-42-63
Jan 1, 2008
046600 SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:ANTILOCK:ABS WARNING LIGHT
FREIGHTLINER: ABS FAULT CODES DUE TO CONNECTOR WATER INTRUSION. ON SOME TRUCKS, THE ABS MODULE WAS MOVED INTO THE CAB. THIS REQUIRED A CONNECTOR TO BE PLACED UNDER THE CAB, BEHIND THE FRONT STEERING AXLE, ON THE FRAME RAIL. IF THIS CONN
NHTSA Safety Investigations, FREIGHTLINER BUSINESS CLASS M2
Investigations opened by NHTSA into potential safety defects. These are separate from recalls and may or may not result in a recall.
EA16001
Opened: Feb 3, 2016 , Closed: Sep 10, 2021
CNG Fuel System Integrity
The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) is only aware of the one subject fuel container rupture incident on the subject vehicles that first prompted this investigation. The subject CNG fuel system and fuel container design, material, manufacture, assembly and performance appear to be consistent wi... Read more
PE14020
Opened: Jul 7, 2014 , Closed: Feb 5, 2016
CNG Fuel System Integrity
On April 3, 2014 in Howard, Wisconsin, a model year 2014 Freightliner Business Class M2 truck manufactured by Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DNTA) experienced a catastrophic CNG fuel container burst when it was struck by an unsecured forklift being transported inside the truck's cargo compartment... Read more
PE13001
Opened: Jan 15, 2013 , Closed: Apr 11, 2013
SmartPlex Multiplexer Module Failure
The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) received Early Warning Reporting (EWR) data from the manufacturer that indicated some number of subject vehicles may allegedly experience a SmartPlex electronic multiplexing switch hub module failure. This failure may result in inadvertent activation of acce... Read more
PE11028
Opened: Aug 29, 2011 , Closed: Nov 22, 2011
Output shaft failure and separation
On August 29th 2011 the Office of Defects Investigations (ODI) opened this Preliminary Evaluation (PE11-028) on Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA) for output shaft failures located in the forward-rear axle carrier of certain class 8 vehicles equipped with Arvin Meritor RT series output shaft assemb... Read more
PE10007
Opened: Feb 3, 2010 , Closed: May 23, 2010
Stop Lamps Intermittent
This investigation was opened after ODI was contacted by a fleet alleging that in certain situations, such as a light brake peal application during a low speed operation, the brake lamps fail to illuminate on the rear of the bus.ODI confirmed the problem with two fleets.On April 29, 2010, Daimler fi... Read more
FREIGHTLINER BUSINESS CLASS M2 - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the FREIGHTLINER BUSINESS CLASS M2 across all model years (2000, 2027).
285
Total Recalls
62
Total Complaints
5
Investigations
3
Reported Crashes
3
Reported Fires
1
Reported Deaths
FREIGHTLINER BUSINESS CLASS M2 - Year by Year
Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | 1 | 0 | View |
| 2026 | 5 | 0 | View |
| 2025 | 11 | 1 | View |
| 2024 | 7 | 0 | View |
| 2023 | 7 | 1 | View |
| 2022 | 9 | 1 | View |
| 2021 | 14 | 2 | View |
| 2020 | 12 | 8 | View |
| 2019 | 23 | 0 | View |
| 2018 | 16 | 0 | View |
| 2017 | 15 | 1 | View |
| 2016 | 16 | 1 | View |
| 2015 | 14 | 4 | View |
| 2014 | 10 | 0 | View |
| 2013 | 11 | 0 | View |
| 2012 | 12 | 4 | View |
| 2011 | 8 | 0 | View |
| 2010 | 10 | 0 | View |
| 2009 | 8 | 2 | View |
| 2008 | 14 | 3 | View |
| 2007 | 17 | 4 | View |
| 2006 | 13 | 11 | View |
| 2005 | 9 | 10 | View |
| 2004 | 10 | 8 | View |
| 2003 | 5 | 1 | View |
| 2002 | 5 | 0 | View |
| 2001 | 2 | 0 | View |
| 2000 (current) | 1 | 0 |