2019 FREIGHTLINER BUSINESS CLASS M2

23 recalls, 0 complaints - 424 TSBs

24V924000 Dec 11, 2024
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECU/ECM):SOFTWARE
Defect Description
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2015-2020 Freightliner Business Class M2 emergency vehicles equipped with certain Cummins diesel engines. The engine protection and inducement software may cause the engine to shut down unexpectedly.
Consequence
An unexpected engine shutdown can delay emergency responders and increase the risk of injury.
Remedy
Cummins will update the electronic control module software and install a corrected data plate, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 5, 2025. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is F1012.
139 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Daimler Trucks North America, LLC
22V919000 Dec 12, 2022
WHEELS:RIM
Defect Description
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Freightliner 114SD, 2023 Freightliner 122SD, 2020 Western Star 4700, 2019-2022 Western Star 4900, 2019-2023 Freightliner Business Class M2, and 2021 Freightliner Cascadia vehicles. The vehicles are equipped with tires that are ... Read more
Consequence
Driving with tires that are not compatible with their rims can reduce tire performance, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the tires, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 2, 2023. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-962.
49 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Daimler Trucks North America, LLC
21V326000 May 7, 2021
FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM:FUEL RAIL
Defect Description
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2018-2021 Freightliner Custom Chass XC Chassis, 108SD, Custom Chass XB Chassis, Business Class M2, 114SD, and Western Star 4700 vehicles. The sealing washer may not seat correctly in the pilot bore holes, allowing the high pressure fuel ... Read more
Consequence
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the fuel rail and fuel lines, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters were mailed on June 21, 2021. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-886.
9,662 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Daimler Trucks North America, LLC
21V067000 Feb 11, 2021
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:COOLING UNIT AND LINES
Defect Description
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2014-2019 Freightliner Business Class M2 vehicles. The retaining clip that connects the transmission oil cooler line to the in-tank oil cooler may fail, possibly resulting in a transmission fluid leak.
Consequence
If a rapid loss of transmission fluid occurs while driving, it could result in a road hazard for other motorists, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the retaining clip with a collar and clamp connection, free of charge. The recall began on April 9, 2021. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-874.
15,835 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Daimler Trucks North America, LLC
20V642000 Oct 16, 2020
POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY
Defect Description
Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Freightliner Cascadia, Business Class M2, 108SD, 114SD and 122SD and Western Star 4700, 4900 and 5700 vehicles. An internal component within the clutch assembly may fail, which in certain circumstances could allow the vehicle to... Read more
Consequence
Unintended vehicle movement van increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will update the software and replace the clutches, free of charge. DTNA issued owners an interim notification on December 7, 2020. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 28, 2021. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's numbe... Read more
4,329 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Daimler Trucks North America LLC
20V527000 Sep 1, 2020
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Defect Description
Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2018-2021 Freightliner 114SD, 108SD, and Business Class M2 vehicles. The engine harness wires may chafe at various locations around the air compressor and the frame rail. The damaged wires may short causing the engine to stall without an... Read more
Consequence
An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect for adequate harness clearance and verify that the harness has not been damaged. Vehicles with a damaged harness will receive a new harness that consists of a severe duty wrapping and additional hardware. All repairs will be performed free of charg... Read more
9,665 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Daimler Trucks North America LLC
20V466000 Aug 7, 2020
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
Defect Description
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2017-2021 Freightliner Business Class M2 trucks. The engine harness may contact and chafe at various locations around the air compressor and the frame rail. If the wires are damaged, they may short circuit, possibly causing an engine st... Read more
Consequence
A engine stall may increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect for adequate clearance between harness and engine, and for any engine harness damage. Vehicles with a damaged harness will receive a new harness. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began October 5, 2020. Owners may contact... Read more
5,374 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Daimler Trucks North America LLC
20V251000 May 5, 2020
POWER TRAIN
Defect Description
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2019 Freightliner Business Class M2 trucks equipped with Cummins PowerDrive EV drivetrains, part numbers 4000EV, 6000EV, and 7000EV. A connector within the wire harness may become unplugged and cause loss of communication between control... Read more
Consequence
A sudden loss of drive power and loss of power steering increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Per Cummins, all of the affected vehicles have been remedied. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712 or Cummins customer service at 1-800-286-6467. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-850.
5 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Daimler Trucks North America LLC
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.
63,175 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Daimler Trucks North America LLC
20V176000 Mar 23, 2020
POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY
Defect Description
Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Freightliner Business Class M2 and Freightliner 108SD vehicles equipped with Meritor MX 120 EVO Front Drive Steer axles. The axles may have insufficient lubrication, which may result in damage to the wheel end bearings.
Consequence
If the bearings are damaged, the wheel may separate and cause a sudden loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of crash.
Remedy
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the wheel end components, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began May 12, 2020. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-846.
1,532 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Daimler Trucks North America LLC
20V127000 Mar 3, 2020
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:DISC:CALIPER
Defect Description
Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Freightliner 108SD, 114SD, Cascadia, Business Class M2, Western Star 4700 and 5700, Freightliner Custom Chassis S2, Custom Chassis XB, and Custom Chassis XC vehicles equipped with air disc brakes. The brake caliper mounting bolt... Read more
Consequence
Loose brake caliper mounting bolts can reduce brake effectiveness, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and repair the vehicles, free of charge. The recall began May 1, 2020. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-845.
2,585 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Daimler Trucks North America LLC
19V810000 Nov 13, 2019
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)
Defect Description
Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2019 Freightliner Business Class M2 vehicles equipped with a certain PowerDrive EV electric drivetrain. Due to a software error, the VCU may activate the anti-roll back feature during slow moving or stop and go conditions, which can cause... Read more
Consequence
Unexpected vehicle movement can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
DTNA will notify owners, and Cummins dealers will update the VCU software, free of charge. The recall began November 25, 2019. Owners may contact Cummins customer service at 1-800-286-6467 or DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-838.
5 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Daimler Trucks North America LLC
19V443000 Jun 11, 2019
POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY
Defect Description
Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Business Class M2 and 2020 108SD vehicles equipped with Meritor MX 120 EVO Front Drive Steer axles. The axles may have insufficient lubrication, which may result in damage to the wheel end bearings.
Consequence
If the bearings are damaged, the wheel may separate and cause a sudden loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of crash.
Remedy
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the wheel end components, as necessary, free of charge. DTNA issued owners an interim notification on August 7, 2019. The recall began September 10, 2019. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for t... Read more
809 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Daimler Trucks North America LLC
19V398000 May 29, 2019
EQUIPMENT
Defect Description
LGE Coachworks, Inc. (LGE Coachworks) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Ford E-450, F-550, and Freightliner M2-based vehicles equipped with ASA Electronics Voyager back-up camera displays. The displays may unexpectedly revert back to the factory default settings which may cause the camera image to be ... Read more
Consequence
The driver may inadvertently turn the wrong direction to avoid an object behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
ASA will notify LGE Coachworks owners, and dealers will replace the displays, free of charge. The recall began May 9, 2019. Owners may contact ASA customer service at 1-800-384-4400 or LGE Coachworks at 1-800-209-3985.
13 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: LGE Coachworks Inc.
18V913000 Dec 19, 2018
STEERING
Defect Description
Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Freightliner 114SD, 122SD, 108SD, Cascadia and Business class M2 trucks, Freightliner Custom Chassis XBS, XCL, XCM, MT45, MT55, S2G, S2RV, XCR and XCS custom chassis and Western Star 4700, 4900 and 5700 trucks equipped with Detro... Read more
Consequence
Loose tie rod arm bolts may lead to separation of the tie rod arm, resulting in a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
DTNA has notified owners, and dealers will inspect the steering arm and tie rod arm bolts for to make sure that they are properly tightened, installing new fasteners as necessary, free of charge. The recall began February 9, 2019. Owners may contact Daimler Trucks at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number ... Read more
501 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Daimler Trucks North America LLC
18V903000 Dec 19, 2018
POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY
Defect Description
Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Freightliner 108SD, 114SD, 122SD, Cascadia, Business Class M2, Western Star 4700, 4900, and 5700 vehicles, equipped with certain Eaton ECA heavy-duty truck clutches. An internal component in the clutch assembly may fail, possibl... Read more
Consequence
Unintended vehicle movement can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will update the software, and repair any physical components, free of charge. DTNA issued owners an interim notification on February 16, 2019. The recall began July 31, 2019. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this ... Read more
6,795 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Daimler Trucks North America LLC
18V703000 Oct 5, 2018
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:DISC:CALIPER
Defect Description
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Freightliner 108SD, 114SD, Cascadia, Business Class M2, Freightliner Custom Chassis Corporation S2C 106 Cab, S2G Cab Chassis, XCL, XCM, XBS, XCP, XCR, Western Star 4700, 4900 and 5700 trucks. The brake caliper mounting bolts ma... Read more
Consequence
Loose brake caliper mounting bolts can reduce brake effectiveness, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will check and tighten the brake caliper mounting bolts, free of charge. The recall began December 3, 2018. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-794.
5,534 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Daimler Trucks North America LLC
18V646000 Sep 19, 2018
STEERING
Defect Description
Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Freightliner 108SD, 114SD, and Business Class M2 vehicles. The steering shaft assembly may have been installed incorrectly, which can cause a loss of connection between the steering wheel and the front wheels.
Consequence
A loss of connection between the steering wheel and front wheels can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and repair the steering shaft assembly, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began November 16, 2018. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-791.
19,754 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Daimler Trucks North America LLC
18V641000 Sep 19, 2018
TIRES:SIDEWALL
Defect Description
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2019 Freightliner 108SD, 114SD, 122SD and Business Class M2 trucks and Western Star 4700 and 4900 trucks, equipped with certain Bridgestone M854 tires with date codes 2418-2518, Bridgestone M860A tires with date code 2518, and Bridgestone... Read more
Consequence
Rapid air loss can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the affected tires, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began October 8, 2018. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL790.
201 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Daimler Trucks North America LLC
18V525000 Aug 9, 2018
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:DISC:CALIPER
Defect Description
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Freightliner 108SD, 114SD, 122SD, Cascadia, Columbia, Coronado, and Business Class M2 vehicles. During manufacturing, the brake caliper mounting bolts may have been insufficiently tightened.
Consequence
Loose brake caliper mounting bolts can reduce brake effectiveness, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will check and tighten the brake caliper mounting bolts, free of charge. The recall began October 5, 2018. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-783.
4,155 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Daimler Trucks North America LLC
18V487000 Jul 20, 2018
STEERING
Defect Description
Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Freightliner Business Class M2 trucks. The steering shaft assembly may have been installed incorrectly, which can cause a loss of connection between the steering wheel and the front wheels.
Consequence
A loss of connection between the steering wheel and front wheels can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
DTNA has notified owners, and dealers will inspect the steering assembly installation, repairing it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began August 9, 2018. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-781.
9,093 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Daimler Trucks North America LLC
18V353000 May 29, 2018
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:CALIPER
Defect Description
Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Freightliner M2 Business Class, 108SD, 114SD and Cascadia trucks, Western Star 4700, 4900, and 5700 trucks, FCCC S2C 106 Cab, S2G Cab, XBR, XBS, XCL, XCM, XCP, XCR, and XCS chassis equipped with air disc brakes. The brake caliper... Read more
Consequence
If the brake caliper mounting bolts loosen, braking performance may be reduced, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the brake caliper mounting bolts and tighten them as necessary, free of charge. DTNA issued owners an interim notification on July 25, 2018. The recall began September 4, 2018. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's num... Read more
8,741 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Daimler Trucks North America LLC
18V251000 Apr 19, 2018
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:DISC:CALIPER
Defect Description
Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2016-2019 Freightliner Business Class M2 trucks built with air disk brakes and spring suspension. The rear disk brake calipers may have been mounted in an incorrect orientation allowing the caliper to contact the suspension, reducing brak... Read more
Consequence
Reduced braking effectiveness can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will correct the orientation the rear brake calipers, free of charge. The recall began on June 14, 2018. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-767.
40 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Daimler Trucks North America LLC

No complaints found for this vehicle.

Technical Service Bulletins, 2019 FREIGHTLINER BUSINESS CLASS M2

424 manufacturer communications from 249 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.

Most Affected Components

ComponentBulletins
350000 EQUIPMENT90
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING73
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM41
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY25
100000 POWER TRAIN24
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL17
160000 STRUCTURE15
010000 STEERING14
CumminsB6.7SSI Apr 26, 2024
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Extended Warranty Policy for certain Cummins B6.7 engines with SSI DEF headers for EPA and CARB Emissions Reporting
ICI24-013 Mar 8, 2024
160000 STRUCTURE
Important Campaign Information letter for SF671 Campaign Suspended
SF671 Feb 21, 2024
160000 STRUCTURE
Revised Field Service Campaign for Beverage Body Frame Rail 50 KSI. REVISION: If you find modifications to the chassis, please submit a WSC Inquiry before beginning any additional work.
ICI24-009 Feb 21, 2024
160000 STRUCTURE
Important Campaign Information letter for SF671 - Bulletin Revision. REVISION: If you find modifications to the chassis, please submit a WSC Inquiry before beginning any additional work.
ICI24-006 Feb 20, 2024
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Important Campaign Information letter for FL974 - Revised Bulletin & Population
FL974 Feb 20, 2024
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Revised Emissions Recall: Cummins DEF Sensor Shortage. REVISION: Some vehicles formerly in Group F have been moved to Group G and have been assigned a new part number as specified in Table 1. An SRT for 'Calibration Code Only: Update or Con
SF671 Jan 19, 2024
160000 STRUCTURE
Field Service Campaign for Beverage Body Frame Rail 50 KSI
FL974 Jan 19, 2024
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Emissions Recall: Cummins DEF Sensor Shortage
SF672_V4 Nov 3, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
Revised Field Service Campaign for Common Telematics Platform Software Update
SF672_V4 Nov 3, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Revised Field Service Campaign for Common Telematics Platform Software Update
SF672 Jun 2, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
Field Service Campaign for Common Telematics Platform Software Update
SF672 Jun 2, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Field Service Campaign for Common Telematics Platform Software Update
ICI23-010 Mar 31, 2023
010000 STEERING
Important Campaign Information letter communicating that SF660 Field Service Campaign is Replaced by FL967.
SF660A Jan 9, 2023
010000 STEERING
Revised Field Service Campaign for Drag Link Tapered Joint
SF660 Dec 14, 2022
010000 STEERING
Field Service Campaign for Drag Link Tapered Joint
SB54-295 Jul 28, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Revised Freightliner Service Bulletin for Replacing an Auto Baud Rate Detecting Bulkhead Module with a Fixed Baud Rate BHM. Description of Revisions: This bulletin replaces the version dated 02/01/2016. Information about auto baud rate conn
SB83-161 Jun 1, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Updated Freightliner Service Bulletin for Heater Hose Reduced Clearance May Cause Early Horn Failures
SB49-042 Feb 15, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Freightliner Service Bulletin for DEF Connector Reinforcement Caps.
CALFTL46-002 Feb 1, 2022
010000 STEERING
Customer Advisory Letter for M2 Front Steer Arm ??A?A? Drag Link Ball Joint Connection Inspection
SS3090-FTL2021 Aug 27, 2021
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Service Solution for DD8 Engine Harness Chafing Air Compressor Suction Line.
SB83-161 Aug 25, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
Freightliner Service Bulletin for Heater Hose Clearance. Some Business Class M2 106 vehicles built from January 2017 through June 2021 may have a heater hose installed too close to the electric horn.
SB83-161 Aug 25, 2021
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Freightliner Service Bulletin for Heater Hose Clearance. Some Business Class M2 106 vehicles built from January 2017 through June 2021 may have a heater hose installed too close to the electric horn.
CSR 520 Jul 28, 2021
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA), on behalf of its Freightliner Trucks Division, has decided that a defect that relates to motor vehicle safety exists on specific model year 2014 through 2019 Freightliner Business Class M2 vehicles m
CSR 520 Jul 28, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA), on behalf of its Freightliner Trucks Division, has decided that a defect that relates to motor vehicle safety exists on specific model year 2014 through 2019 Freightliner Business Class M2 vehicles m
CSR 520 Jul 28, 2021
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA), on behalf of its Freightliner Trucks Division, has decided that a defect that relates to motor vehicle safety exists on specific model year 2014 through 2019 Freightliner Business Class M2 vehicles m
CALDDE01-001 Jun 18, 2021
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Vibration Damper Replacement. DD5 Engines built from 4/04/2017 through 3/30/2018.
SB60-176 Jun 3, 2021
100000 POWER TRAIN
Freightliner Service Bulletin for Insulated Automatic Transmission Cover Plate. Some Business Class M2 and 108/114 Severe Duty vehicles equipped with a compressed natural gas (CNG) engine and automatic transmission may experience higher exh
SB60-176 Jun 3, 2021
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Freightliner Service Bulletin for Insulated Automatic Transmission Cover Plate. Some Business Class M2 and 108/114 Severe Duty vehicles equipped with a compressed natural gas (CNG) engine and automatic transmission may experience higher exh
SF624 May 13, 2021
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Freightliner Field Service Campaign for Freightliner M2 DD5 Fan Hub Fasteners. Fan hub bolts may be insufficiently torqued which could lead to a failure and excessive truck down time.
SS1034797-2021 May 7, 2021
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Service Solution for M2,108SD, 114SD Coolant Level Sensor P/N 06-93316-002. The Call Center has received several calls pertaining to this LCL sensor introduced to in 2018. The purpose of this solution is to bring better awareness to the sen
SS1034797-2021 May 7, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
Service Solution for M2,108SD, 114SD Coolant Level Sensor P/N 06-93316-002. The Call Center has received several calls pertaining to this LCL sensor introduced to in 2018. The purpose of this solution is to bring better awareness to the sen
SS1034797-2021 May 7, 2021
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Service Solution for M2,108SD, 114SD Coolant Level Sensor P/N 06-93316-002. The Call Center has received several calls pertaining to this LCL sensor introduced to in 2018. The purpose of this solution is to bring better awareness to the sen
CALFTL32-011 May 5, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
Customer Advisory Letter for 80KSI Frame Reinforcement Installation on specific Business Class M2 equipped with 80KSI frame rails and an Airliner 20,000 lb or 21,000 lb rear suspension.
CALFTL32-011 May 5, 2021
020000 SUSPENSION
Customer Advisory Letter for 80KSI Frame Reinforcement Installation on specific Business Class M2 equipped with 80KSI frame rails and an Airliner 20,000 lb or 21,000 lb rear suspension.
SB54-320 Apr 30, 2021
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Updated Service Bulletin for upgrading BHM software for switch expansion module fault SPN 698 FMI 7. This bulletin replaces the version dated 11/11/2019. Figure 3 has been updated with a new hardware part number. A procedure was added to t
16TS-08REV Apr 19, 2021
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Detroit Technical Service Letter for DD13 Cylinder Head and Cylinder Head Gasket Change.
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
TechTalk566265K Apr 14, 2021
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Tech Talk discussion on 2019 m2 dd8 AC inop.
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.
TechTalk12351K Mar 31, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
Tech Talk discussion on SCR hydrolysis chamber.
TechTalk12351K Mar 31, 2021
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Tech Talk discussion on SCR hydrolysis chamber.
SB54-328 Mar 31, 2021
100000 POWER TRAIN
Updated Freightliner Service Bulletin for Rerouting Wiring Harness to Reduce Chafing. This bulletin replaces the version dated 06/29/2020. Two new illustrations have been added to demonstrate proper application of butterfly tie straps on th
SB83-155 Mar 24, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
Updated Freightliner Service Bulletin for Espar Service Information. This bulletin replaces the version dated January 1, 2015. New Cascadia has been added to the model list.
WP21-007 Mar 22, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
Warranty Policy Letter for battery tags. DTNA determined that since adopting the AutoMeter BCT-460DTNA Powernet Assessment Tool (AutoMeter) as the required powernet system tester, not all battery tags have to be retained support Warranty-re
WP21-007 Mar 22, 2021
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Warranty Policy Letter for battery tags. DTNA determined that since adopting the AutoMeter BCT-460DTNA Powernet Assessment Tool (AutoMeter) as the required powernet system tester, not all battery tags have to be retained support Warranty-re
SS3073FTL2021 Mar 19, 2021
020000 SUSPENSION
Service Solution for M2 Rear Suspension Knock. This document applies to Freightliner M2 Business Class used in a a??Fire/Emergencya?? application and equipped with FTL flat leaf spring rear suspensions. The FTL flat leaf spring rear suspens
SB49-038 Mar 16, 2021
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Revised Freightliner Service Bulletin for netized Fill Neck for Six-Gallon DEF Tanks. A design change removed the magnets from the fill necks for some 6-gallon diesel exhaust fluid (DEF) tanks. If the vehicle is equipped with a non-magnetic
D21R5 Mar 5, 2021
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Detroit Emission Recall for Certain Detroit DD5 quick launch engines that are registered in the state of California will require reprogramming to a minimum of the MCM and ACM software versions.
KU1804 Fuel Pump Feb 26, 2021
080000 FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL
Email from DDC Service Engineering regarding a fuel pump replacement on a population of 18 MY2019-2021 Freightliner M2 vehicles.
SB54-308 Feb 25, 2021
061610 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECU/ECM):SOFTWARE
Freightliner Service Bulletin for Programming Chassis Electronic Control Units (ECUs) With DiagnosticLink.
SB54-308 Feb 25, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
Freightliner Service Bulletin for Programming Chassis Electronic Control Units (ECUs) With DiagnosticLink.
21OEM-06 Feb 19, 2021
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Starting on November 23, 2020, DiagnosticLink 8.13 (Build 4527) was made available. Current subscribers of DiagnosticLink 8.11 or 8.12 may upgrade to DiagnosticLink 8.13 at no cost. All DTNA Service shops & OEM locations are required to mai
20TS-08REV Feb 19, 2021
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Revised Technical Service Letter for Fault Code SPN 2629 FMI 10 on GHG21 936.917 DD8 Dual Stage Turbo with MCM Software Version 14.
WI21-006 Feb 15, 2021
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Warranty Information Letter for Detroit NOx Sensor Circuit Fault Codes - Claim Guidelines.
WI21-006 Feb 15, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
Warranty Information Letter for Detroit NOx Sensor Circuit Fault Codes - Claim Guidelines.
WI21-006 Feb 15, 2021
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Warranty Information Letter for Detroit NOx Sensor Circuit Fault Codes - Claim Guidelines.
WI21-006 Feb 15, 2021
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Warranty Information Letter for Detroit NOx Sensor Circuit Fault Codes - Claim Guidelines.
WI21-005 Feb 15, 2021
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Warranty Information Letter for Body Builder/Truck Equipment Manufacturer Demonstration Program.
WI21-005 Feb 15, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
Warranty Information Letter for Body Builder/Truck Equipment Manufacturer Demonstration Program.
WI20-014R Feb 8, 2021
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Revised Warranty Information Letter for OWL and Warranty Manual Improvement: Sublets and Travel Time/Distance. In the spirit of continuous improvement, DTNA reviewed sublet-related policies and procedures. The goal was to improve language c
WI21-004 Feb 1, 2021
100000 POWER TRAIN
Warranty Information Letter for Detroit Resources: Exploded View DD Platform and DT12 Posters. Detroit's TechComm team created visual aids for the network and released exploded view posters for DD platform engines. In early 2021, Detroit ad
WI21-004 Feb 1, 2021
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Warranty Information Letter for Detroit Resources: Exploded View DD Platform and DT12 Posters. Detroit's TechComm team created visual aids for the network and released exploded view posters for DD platform engines. In early 2021, Detroit ad
Techtalk8076 Jan 26, 2021
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Tech talk discussion on M2 VIN KN8076 shutting down intermittently.
21TS-01 Jan 25, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
Technical Service Letter for Detroit Bearing Failures - Standard Diagnostic Times. DTNA is increasing repair strategies for determining the root cause of Detroit DD heavy duty lower end bearing failures. To support this strategy change, Det
21TS-01 Jan 25, 2021
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Technical Service Letter for Detroit Bearing Failures - Standard Diagnostic Times. DTNA is increasing repair strategies for determining the root cause of Detroit DD heavy duty lower end bearing failures. To support this strategy change, Det
21TS-03 Jan 25, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
Technical Service Letter for GHG17 1-Box Inlet and Outlet Exhaust Clamps. There is a short supply of exhaust clamps, part number DDE A6809950502, used as inlet and outlet exhaust clamps on GHG17 heavy duty engines (DD13, DD15 and DD16) with
21TS-03 Jan 25, 2021
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Technical Service Letter for GHG17 1-Box Inlet and Outlet Exhaust Clamps. There is a short supply of exhaust clamps, part number DDE A6809950502, used as inlet and outlet exhaust clamps on GHG17 heavy duty engines (DD13, DD15 and DD16) with
WI21-003 Jan 25, 2021
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Warranty Information Letter for Detroit Bearing Failures - Standard Diagnostic Times. DTNA is increasing repair strategies for determining the root cause of Detroit DD heavy duty lower end bearing failures. To support this strategy change,
WI21-003 Jan 25, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
Warranty Information Letter for Detroit Bearing Failures - Standard Diagnostic Times. DTNA is increasing repair strategies for determining the root cause of Detroit DD heavy duty lower end bearing failures. To support this strategy change,
WI21-003 Jan 25, 2021
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Warranty Information Letter for Detroit Bearing Failures - Standard Diagnostic Times. DTNA is increasing repair strategies for determining the root cause of Detroit DD heavy duty lower end bearing failures. To support this strategy change,
CALFTL88-001 Jan 15, 2021
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Customer Advisory Letter for Freightliner M2 Forward-Frame Extension Hood Mount Bracket Gusset Installation.
CALFTL88-001 Jan 15, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
Customer Advisory Letter for Freightliner M2 Forward-Frame Extension Hood Mount Bracket Gusset Installation.
CALFTL88-001 Jan 15, 2021
160000 STRUCTURE
Customer Advisory Letter for Freightliner M2 Forward-Frame Extension Hood Mount Bracket Gusset Installation.
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
SB42-079 Dec 17, 2020
030000 BRAKES (PWS)
Freightliner Service Bulletin for Access to Front Brake Zerk Fittings. Certain vehicles with Detroit front axles and Meritor EX-L front air disc brakes do not have access to the front brake zerk fittings for lubrication.
Techtalk5448 Dec 11, 2020
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Tech Talk continued discussion on DD8 reoccurring NOx issues.
WP20-018R Dec 8, 2020
100000 POWER TRAIN
Revised Warranty Policy Letter for Alliance/Mascot Aftermarket Warranty and Claim Filing. Revisions are in blue. With Mascot now in partnership with Detroit Reman and Alliance Parts, DTNA is pleased to announce that Mascot coverage has been
WP20-018R Dec 8, 2020
010000 STEERING
Revised Warranty Policy Letter for Alliance/Mascot Aftermarket Warranty and Claim Filing. Revisions are in blue. With Mascot now in partnership with Detroit Reman and Alliance Parts, DTNA is pleased to announce that Mascot coverage has been
WP20-018 Dec 7, 2020
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Warranty Policy Letter for Alliance/Mascot Aftermarket Warranty and Claim Filing. With Mascot now in partnership with Detroit Reman and Alliance Parts, DTNA is pleased to announce that Mascot coverage has been added to OWL. Remanufactured A
WP20-018 Dec 7, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
Warranty Policy Letter for Alliance/Mascot Aftermarket Warranty and Claim Filing. With Mascot now in partnership with Detroit Reman and Alliance Parts, DTNA is pleased to announce that Mascot coverage has been added to OWL. Remanufactured A
WP20-018 Dec 7, 2020
100000 POWER TRAIN
Warranty Policy Letter for Alliance/Mascot Aftermarket Warranty and Claim Filing. With Mascot now in partnership with Detroit Reman and Alliance Parts, DTNA is pleased to announce that Mascot coverage has been added to OWL. Remanufactured A
WP20-018 Dec 7, 2020
010000 STEERING
Warranty Policy Letter for Alliance/Mascot Aftermarket Warranty and Claim Filing. With Mascot now in partnership with Detroit Reman and Alliance Parts, DTNA is pleased to announce that Mascot coverage has been added to OWL. Remanufactured A
20TS-08 Dec 6, 2020
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Technical Service Letter for Fault Code SPN 2629 FMI 10 on GHG21 936.917 DD8 Dual Stage Turbo with MCM Software Version 14
CALFTL32-006R Dec 2, 2020
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Revised Customer Advisory Letter for Hendrickson Primaax EX 69,000 lb Tri-Axle Rear Air Suspension Height-Control Valve Relocation. Revision is Step 8 drilling instructions expanded. The attached document provides work instructions for rel
CALFTL32-006R Dec 2, 2020
020000 SUSPENSION
Revised Customer Advisory Letter for Hendrickson Primaax EX 69,000 lb Tri-Axle Rear Air Suspension Height-Control Valve Relocation. Revision is Step 8 drilling instructions expanded. The attached document provides work instructions for rel
SS1034797 Oct 30, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
Service Solution for M2,108SD, 114SD Coolant Level Sensor P/N 06-93316-002. The Call Center has received several calls pertaining to this LCL sensor introduced to in 2018. The purpose of this solution is to bring better awareness to the sen
SS1034797 Oct 30, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Service Solution for M2,108SD, 114SD Coolant Level Sensor P/N 06-93316-002. The Call Center has received several calls pertaining to this LCL sensor introduced to in 2018. The purpose of this solution is to bring better awareness to the sen
SS1034797 Oct 30, 2020
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Service Solution for M2,108SD, 114SD Coolant Level Sensor P/N 06-93316-002. The Call Center has received several calls pertaining to this LCL sensor introduced to in 2018. The purpose of this solution is to bring better awareness to the sen
TechTalk5448 Oct 29, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
Tech talk discussion on DD8 reoccurring NOx issues.
TechTalk5448 Oct 29, 2020
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Tech talk discussion on DD8 reoccurring NOx issues.
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
TechTalk7526 Oct 21, 2020
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Tech Talk discussion on M2 dash says"park brake not set".
TechTalk7526 Oct 21, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
Tech Talk discussion on M2 dash says"park brake not set".
TechTalk7526 Oct 21, 2020
050000 PARKING BRAKE
Tech Talk discussion on M2 dash says"park brake not set".
17TS-05REV2 Oct 20, 2020
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Revised Technical Service Letter for Detroit DT12 TCM GHG17 Only; Bootloader Update. On Detroit DT12 equipped vehicles, it may be necessary to complete an additional step in the programming process when updating the TCM software.
17TS-05REV2 Oct 20, 2020
100000 POWER TRAIN
Revised Technical Service Letter for Detroit DT12 TCM GHG17 Only; Bootloader Update. On Detroit DT12 equipped vehicles, it may be necessary to complete an additional step in the programming process when updating the TCM software.
20TS-06 Oct 12, 2020
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
DDC Technical Service Letter for GHG17 DD Platform Heavy Duty Oil Pan Drain Plug Inserts. Some GHG17 DD Platform Heavy Duty oil pans may experience an issue with the oil pan drain plug insert spinning during removal or installation while co
20TS-06 Oct 12, 2020
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
DDC Technical Service Letter for GHG17 DD Platform Heavy Duty Oil Pan Drain Plug Inserts. Some GHG17 DD Platform Heavy Duty oil pans may experience an issue with the oil pan drain plug insert spinning during removal or installation while co
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

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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
EA, Closed , Model Year: 2014
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
PE, Closed , Model Year: 2014
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
PE, Closed , Model Year: 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
PE, Closed , Model Year: 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
PE, Closed , Model Year: 2005
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 (current) 23 0
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 1 0 View

Other FREIGHTLINER Models

Model Recalls Complaints
CASCADIA 497 398 View
114SD 349 8 View
SPRINTER 3500 312 31 View
SPRINTER 2500 291 64 View
SPRINTER 1500 212 0 View
108SD 212 3 View
SPRINTER 4500 210 2 View
COLUMBIA 203 110 View