2009 FREIGHTLINER BUSINESS CLASS M2
8 recalls, 2 complaints - 533 TSBs
20V214000 Apr 14, 2020
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Defect Description
Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2006-2020 Freightliner Columbia, 2006-2021 Freightliner Business Class M2, 2007-2020 Freightliner Coronado, 2014-2021 Freightliner 122 SD, 2007 Sterling A 9500, 2006 Freightliner Argosy, 2006-2007 Sterling AT9500, 2008-2021 Freightliner Ca... Read more
Consequence
The vehicle's rearward visibility may be reduced, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and reposition the reflective tape to ensure that it is completely visible, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began May 29, 2020. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL848.
13V634000 Dec 16, 2013
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Defect Description
Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA) is recalling certain model year 2009-2014 model year Freightliner Business Class M2 and Freightliner Custom Chassis MT45 and MT55 chassis manufactured August 27, 2008, through December 10, 2013 and equipped with Eaton hybrid automated transmissions. The software ... Read more
Consequence
The increase in engine speed may result in unintended acceleration, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
DTNA will notify owners and dealers will update the hybrid transmission software, free of charge. The recall began on February 5, 2014. Owners may contact DTNA at 1-503-745-6910. DTNA's recall number is FL-657.
12V405000 Aug 16, 2012
EQUIPMENT
Defect Description
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 wh... Read more
Consequence
Air tanks that become separated from a moving vehicle may create a road debris hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
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.
12V074000 Feb 28, 2012
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:DIESEL
Defect Description
DAIMLER TRUCKS (DTNA) IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2006-2013 FREIGHTLINER, STERLING, AND WESTERN STAR VEHICLES, EQUIPPED WITH DETROIT DIESEL EPA07 AND EPA10, DD13 AND DD15/16 ENGINES, MANUFACTURED FROM JANUARY 20, 2006, THROUGH FEBRUARY 20, 2012. THE PUMP TO RAIL HIGH PRESSURE FUEL LINE SUPPORT ... Read more
Consequence
A FUEL LEAK COULD CREATE A ROAD HAZARD, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH. ALSO A FUEL LEAK IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE CAN RESULT IN A FIRE.
Remedy
DTNA WILL NOTIFY OWNERS, AND WHERE NECESSARY, THE HIGH PRESSURE FUEL LINE SUPPORT SYSTEM WILL BE REPLACED BY DTNA AUTHORIZED SERVICE FACILITIES, FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 27, 2012. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DTNA AT 1-800-547-0712.
11V173000 Mar 15, 2011
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Defect Description
DAIMLER TRUCKS IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2008 AND 2009 FREIGHTLINER BUSINESS CLASS M2 AND STERLING ACTERRA EMERGENCY VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM AUGUST 18, 2006, THROUGH JULY 7, 2010, EQUIPPED WITH EPA 2007 MBE 900 DETROIT DIESEL ENGINES. ENGINE SOFTWARE MAY NOT REACT PROPERLY TO CERTAIN AFTE... Read more
Consequence
UNEXPECTED SHUTDOWN OF A VEHICLE MAY INCREASE THE RISK OF A CRASH. OVERHEATING OF THE AFTERTREATMENT DEVICE WITHOUT ENGINE SHUTDOWN MAY RESULT IN A FIRE.
Remedy
DAIMLER TRUCKS WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPAIRS WILL BE PERFORMED BY DETROIT DIESEL FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MARCH 25, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DAIMLER TRUCKS AT 1-800-547-0712. THIS SAFETY RECALL CAMPAIGN IS AN EXPANSION OF A PREVIOUS RECALL (PLEASE SEE 10V-472).
10V472000 Oct 8, 2010
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Defect Description
DAIMLER TRUCKS IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2007 THROUGH 2010 FREIGHTLINER BUSINESS CLASS M2, CUSTOM CHASSIS MT45, S2 CHASSIS, AND STERING ACTERRA VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM OCTOBER 5, 2006, THROUGH MAY 24, 2010, EQUIPPED WITH EPA 2007 MBE 900 DETROIT DIESEL ENGINES. ENGINE SOFTWARE MAY NOT REA... Read more
Consequence
UNEXPECTED SHUTDOWN OF A VEHICLE MAY INCREASE THE RISK OF A CRASH. OVERHEATING OF THE AFTERTREATMENT DEVICE WITHOUT ENGINE SHUTDOWN MAY RESULT IN A FIRE.
Remedy
DAIMLER TRUCKS WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPAIRS WILL BE PERFORMED BY DETROIT DIESEL FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON DECEMBER 30, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DAIMLER TRUCKS AT 1-800-547-0712.
10V322000 Jul 13, 2010
STEERING:COLUMN
Defect Description
DAIMLER TRUCKS (DTNA) IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2009 AND 2010 FREIGHTLINER BUSINESS CLASS M2, STERLING ACTERRA, A-LINE, AND L-LINE HEAVY TRUCKS MANUFACTURED FROM SEPTEMBER 8, 2008 THROUGH APRIL 20, 2009 EQUIPPED WITH TRW IGEN3 INTERMEDIATE STEERING COLUMNS. THE WELD AROUND THE IGEN3 STEERING... Read more
Consequence
MISLOCATED WELDS MAY RESULT IN TORSIONAL AND AXIAL STRENGTH FALLING BELOW ACCEPTABLE LEVELS. THIS CONDITION COULD RESULT IN SEPARATION OF THE STEERING COLUMN, LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL AND A VEHICLE CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.
Remedy
DTNA WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND THE BUSES WILL BE REPAIRED FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON DECEMBER 23, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DTNA AT 1-800-547-0712.
10V178000 Apr 30, 2010
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH
Defect Description
DTNA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2005 THROUGH 2011 FREIGHTLINER BUSINESS CLASS C2, FCCC B2 CHASSIS, S2 CHASSIS, AND MC CHASSIS MANUFACTURED BEGINNING JANUARY 19, 2005 THROUGH APRIL 16, 2010. THE STOP LAMPS MAY BE INTERMITTENT DURING LIGHT BRAKE APPLICATIONS.
Consequence
THE STOP LAMPS MAY NOT PROPERLY INDICATE THAT THE SERVICE BRAKES ARE APPLIED WHICH MAY LEAD TO A CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.
Remedy
DTNA WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPAIRS WILL BE PERFORMED BY DTNA DEALERSHIPS FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 27, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DTNA AT 1-800-547-0712.
Complaint Statistics
2 total complaints
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC | 1 |
| FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM | 1 |
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Dec 6, 2012
Incident date: Dec 26, 2011
WE HAVE HAD ISSUES WITH THE FUEL FILTER HOUSINGS STARTING TO SEEP FUEL THROUGH THE HOUSING ASSEMBLIES IN THE MBE ENGINES. WE HAVE HAD TWO OTHER UNITS WITH THE SAME ISSUE THAT WE HAD TO HAVE REPAIRED AND WE HAVE ONE OTHER VEHICLE IN THE SHOP CURRENTLY WITH THE SAME ISSUE. THESE UNITS WILL START TO LE... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Nov 23, 2011
Incident date: Nov 21, 2011
THE SUPPORT BRACKET FOR THE RIGHT REAR BRAKE, AIR CHAMBER AND CROSS SHAFT BROKE OFF THE REAR AXLE HOUSING WHICH CAUSED THE CROSS SHAFT AND CHAMBER BRACKET TO BREAK. THIS ALLOWED THE RIGHT REAR BRAKE CHAMBER TO ROTATE UPWARD WHICH CAUSED IT TO WEDGE UNDER THE FRAME RAIL. UPON FURTHER INVESTIGATION ... Read more
Technical Service Bulletins, 2009 FREIGHTLINER BUSINESS CLASS M2
533 manufacturer communications from 403 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL | 70 |
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 62 |
| 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 53 |
| 060000 ENGINE (PWS) | 36 |
| 070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE | 32 |
| 063000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM | 24 |
| 080000 FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL | 22 |
| 100000 POWER TRAIN | 22 |
SB83-124
Jan 3, 2022
130000 VISIBILITY
Revised Freightliner Service Bulletin for Large Temperature Swings at A/C Outlet. Minor note: added an update of document previously submitted. The related VMRS codes are added
WI21-009
Apr 19, 2021
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Warranty Information letter announcing that DTNA is increasing the Standard Diagnostic Times (SDTs) shown. The updated after treatment system (ATS) diesel exhaust fluid (DEF) pump times will be applied to repair orders opened on or after Ap
WI21-008
Apr 6, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
Warranty Information Letter announcing DTNA is adjusting the Standard Repair Times (SRTs) shown. The updated times will be applied to repair orders opened on or after April 5, 2021.
SB35-036
Dec 23, 2020
100000 POWER TRAIN
Revised Freightliner Service Bulletin for Axle Flange Gasket Replaced with O-Ring. Revision removed steps instructing removal and installation of wheels. Daimler Trucks North America has released a new axle shaft to hub rubber O-ring (part
SB54-278
Oct 27, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
Updated Freightliner Service Bulletin for Powernet Troubleshooting Guide - Batteries, Path, Alternator, and Starter. This bulletin replaces the version dated 5/31/2017. Information is added about the BCT-460DTNA PowerNet Assessment Tool. Wh
SB54-278
Oct 27, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Updated Freightliner Service Bulletin for Powernet Troubleshooting Guide - Batteries, Path, Alternator, and Starter. This bulletin replaces the version dated 5/31/2017. Information is added about the BCT-460DTNA PowerNet Assessment Tool. Wh
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
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
SB54-319
Nov 20, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
Service Bulletin for severe duty main PDM installation for vehicles operating in severe moisture and/or corrosive environments.
SB54-319
Nov 20, 2019
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Service Bulletin for severe duty main PDM installation for vehicles operating in severe moisture and/or corrosive environments.
17TS9
Oct 25, 2019
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Technical Service Letter communicating that information on DD Heavy Duty Platform Belt and Belt Tensioner can be found on TechLit.
19TL-15
Sep 27, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
Tool Letter for ICC5 Programming Cable
19TL-15
Sep 27, 2019
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Tool Letter for ICC5 Programming Cable
SB47-027
Sep 27, 2019
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Service Bulletin for Equiflo Fuel System Breather Tube Inspection
SB32-054
Sep 27, 2019
020000 SUSPENSION
Service Bulletin for Hendrickson HaulMaax Rear Suspension Transverse Torque Rod Tower Bracket Replacement
19-008WI
Aug 7, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
Warranty Information Letter sent to customers regarding new refrigerator supplier for returning parts.
18SP725Rev
Aug 7, 2019
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
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.
18SP725Rev
Aug 7, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
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.
18SP725Rev
Aug 7, 2019
080000 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.
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
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
1212-18
Dec 31, 2018
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Service Information Bulletin- Exhaust Gas Recirculation Crossover Pipe
1213-18
Dec 31, 2018
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Service Information Bulletin
1213-18
Dec 31, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
Service Information Bulletin
1213-18
Dec 31, 2018
080000 FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL
Service Information Bulletin
1208-18
Dec 31, 2018
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
Service Information Bulletin- Oil Present at the Turbocharger Compressor Housing
1208-18
Dec 31, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
Service Information Bulletin- Oil Present at the Turbocharger Compressor Housing
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
sb9816 DuPont Im
Oct 18, 2018
160000 STRUCTURE
Service Bulletin 9816- DuPont? Imron? Elite
sb9810 Chassis P
Oct 18, 2018
160000 STRUCTURE
Service Bulletin 9810- Chassis Paint Usage
sb9819 Body Pain
Oct 18, 2018
160000 STRUCTURE
Service Bulletin 9819- Body Paint Repair Process
SPN 2631 0904-18
Sep 30, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
Service information Bulletin
M2 Roof Repair
Aug 27, 2018
160000 STRUCTURE
Freightliner M2 Roof Repair
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
0505-18
May 5, 2018
063200 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:MANIFOLD/HEADER/MUFFLER/TAIL PIPE
0505-18 SPN 3563 HDEP Inlet manifold pressure Too Low
0505-18
May 5, 2018
061200 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:DIESEL
0505-18 SPN 3563 HDEP Inlet manifold pressure Too Low
fp00020
May 1, 2018
355100 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
If a GVWR certification label is lost or damaged, Freightliner will supply a duplicate label. Log on to DTNAConnect.com and under "DTNAConnect Resources", select the "Tool and Services" plus sign. Select "Request for Certification Label or
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
fp00020
May 1, 2018
355100 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
fp00020 Replacing Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) Certification Labels
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
0405-18
Apr 5, 2018
103100 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)
0405-18 Symptom Diagnostics - Range Up or Down Shift Issue
0405-18
Apr 5, 2018
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
0405-18 Symptom Diagnostics - Range Up or Down Shift Issue
0405-18
Apr 5, 2018
100000 POWER TRAIN
0405-18 Symptom Diagnostics - Range Up or Down Shift Issue
0405-18
Apr 5, 2018
102100 POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION:COLUMN SHIFT ASSEMBLY
0405-18 Symptom Diagnostics - Range Up or Down Shift Issue
0312-18
Mar 12, 2018
100000 POWER TRAIN
0312-18 Installation Output Shaft Seal
0312-18
Mar 12, 2018
061200 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:DIESEL
0312-18 Installation Output Shaft Seal
0312-18
Mar 12, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
0312-18 Installation Output Shaft Seal
0311-18
Mar 11, 2018
100000 POWER TRAIN
0311-18 Installation of the Main Shaft Speed Sensor
0311-18
Mar 11, 2018
061200 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:DIESEL
0311-18 Installation of the Main Shaft Speed Sensor
0311-18
Mar 11, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
0311-18 Installation of the Main Shaft Speed Sensor
DOC-1033322
Mar 1, 2018
140000 AIR BAGS
SS 1033322 ABS light illuminating in ICU, ABS solenoids will not self-check
DOC-1033322
Mar 1, 2018
046100 SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:ANTILOCK:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE
SS 1033322 ABS light illuminating in ICU, ABS solenoids will not self-check
DOC-1033322
Mar 1, 2018
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
SS 1033322 ABS light illuminating in ICU, ABS solenoids will not self-check
sb2074
Feb 26, 2018
062200 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:FAN
sb2074 Kysor Fan Clutch Rocking Runout Inspection
sb15020
Feb 26, 2018
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
sb15020 Alternator Remote Sense WiringB
sb4267
Feb 26, 2018
044200 SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:DRUM:DRUM
sb4267 Brake Shimmy?Meritor? SteeLite X30? Brake Drum with Excessive RunoutB
sb4256
Feb 26, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
sb4256 Enabling M2 Exhaust Brake Lights
sb4256
Feb 26, 2018
125000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS
sb4256 Enabling M2 Exhaust Brake Lights
sb4256
Feb 26, 2018
063000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM
sb4256 Enabling M2 Exhaust Brake Lights
sb3251
Feb 26, 2018
354000 EQUIPMENT:MECHANICAL
sb3251 Replacing or Upgrading Airliner 40K Transverse Torque RodsB
sb3251
Feb 26, 2018
022000 SUSPENSION:REAR
sb3251 Replacing or Upgrading Airliner 40K Transverse Torque RodsB
sb2083
Feb 26, 2018
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
sb2083 FluidXchange Tool and FittingsB
sb2083
Feb 26, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
sb2083 FluidXchange Tool and FittingsB
sb2083
Feb 26, 2018
062100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:RADIATOR ASSEMBLY
sb2083 FluidXchange Tool and FittingsB
sb2079
Feb 26, 2018
062200 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:FAN
sb2079 Premature Belt Wear on Cummins ISC ISL
sb2079
Feb 26, 2018
061110 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:BELTS AND ASSOCIATED PULLEYS
sb2079 Premature Belt Wear on Cummins ISC ISL
sb2074
Feb 26, 2018
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
sb2074 Kysor Fan Clutch Rocking Runout Inspection
sb2074
Feb 26, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
sb2074 Kysor Fan Clutch Rocking Runout Inspection
sb2069
Feb 26, 2018
062200 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:FAN
sb2069 Kysor Fan Clutch Sticking
sb2052
Feb 26, 2018
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
sb2052 Horton Drivemaster Fan Clutch Hub Bearings
sb2053
Feb 26, 2018
062100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:RADIATOR ASSEMBLY
sb2053 New Stainless Steel Lower Radiator Tubes
sb2062
Feb 26, 2018
062200 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:FAN
sb2062 Removing the Shipping Plate from the Fan Hub on ISB Engines
sb2062
Feb 26, 2018
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
sb2062 Removing the Shipping Plate from the Fan Hub on ISB Engines
sb2068
Feb 26, 2018
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
sb2068 Conventional Fully-Formulated Coolant with SCA Color Change
sb2068
Feb 26, 2018
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
sb2068 Conventional Fully-Formulated Coolant with SCA Color Change
sb2070
Feb 26, 2018
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
sb2070 EPA07 and Newer Gentech Coolant-Level Sensor Testing
sb2071
Feb 26, 2018
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
sb2071 FEPTO Snowplow, Isolated Radiator Retrofit, EPA07, DD-13B
sb2071
Feb 26, 2018
354000 EQUIPMENT:MECHANICAL
sb2071 FEPTO Snowplow, Isolated Radiator Retrofit, EPA07, DD-13B
sb2071
Feb 26, 2018
062100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:RADIATOR ASSEMBLY
sb2071 FEPTO Snowplow, Isolated Radiator Retrofit, EPA07, DD-13B
sb2046
Feb 26, 2018
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
sb2046 ABA Hose Clamp Torque Values
sb2070
Feb 26, 2018
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
sb2070 EPA07 and Newer Gentech Coolant-Level Sensor Testing
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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 (current) | 8 | 2 | |
| 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 | 1 | 0 | View |