2005 FREIGHTLINER M2
2 recalls, 0 complaints - 129 TSBs
19V370000 May 14, 2019
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:SUPPLY:RESERVOIR/TANK
Defect Description
Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2004-2019 Freightliner 108SD, 114SD, 122SD, Cascadia, Columbia, Classic, FL80, FLD 120SD, Business Class M2, Western Star 4700, 4900, 6900, Sterling Acterra, L7500, LT7500, L8500, LT8500, L9500, and LT9500 vehicles. The vehicles may have... Read more
Consequence
An insufficient air reservoir volume may reduce brake effectiveness, increasing the risk of crash.
Remedy
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will add air reservoir capacity to the affected vehicles. Owner letters were mailed on November 29, 2021. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-815.
11V455000 Aug 31, 2011
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
Defect Description
DAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2005 THROUGH 2012 FREIGHTLINER M2, STERLING ACTERRA, 7500 & 8500, AND THOMAS BUILT HDX VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM JUNE 23, 2004, THROUGH MARCH 15, 2011, EQUIPPED WITH SPECIFIC MBE900 EPA04 AND EPA07 MODEL ENGINES. THE INTAKE AIR GRID HEAT... Read more
Consequence
A SHORT CIRCUITED GRID HEATER COULD RESULT IN A VEHICLE FIRE AND INJURY TO VEHICLE OCCUPANTS.
Remedy
DAIMLER TRUCKS WILL NOTIFY OWNERS, AND DEALERS WILL REPAIR THE VEHICLES FREE OF CHARGE. REPAIRS WILL BE PERFORMED BY DETROIT DIESEL CORPORATION AUTHORIZED REPAIR FACILITIES. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 12, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DAIMLER TRUCKS TOLL-FREE AT 1-800-547-0712. THIS RECALL ... Read more
No complaints found for this vehicle.
Technical Service Bulletins, 2005 FREIGHTLINER M2
129 manufacturer communications from 117 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL | 50 |
| 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 12 |
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 9 |
| 060000 ENGINE (PWS) | 7 |
| 070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE | 7 |
| 090000 FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER | 5 |
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 4 |
| 980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 3 |
TT8745
Jan 6, 2021
100000 POWER TRAIN
Notice concerning Freightliner Service Bulletin 20-086
19-008WI
Aug 7, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
Warranty Information Letter sent to customers regarding new refrigerator supplier for returning parts.
SF585 2
Jun 26, 2019
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Receiver/Dryer Bracket and CAC Plumbing Interference
SF585
Jun 7, 2019
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Receiver/Dryer Bracket and CAC Plumbing Interference Field Service Campaign
GHG17
Nov 30, 2018
063000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM
Letter to customer on Coverage Extension GHG17 After Treatment
GHG17
Nov 30, 2018
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
Letter to customer on Coverage Extension GHG17 After Treatment
18TS4Rev DD
Nov 30, 2018
061110 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:BELTS AND ASSOCIATED PULLEYS
18TS4Rev DD Heavy Duty Platform Accessory Drive Belt
DOC-1033743
Aug 8, 2018
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
SS 1033743: M2 Parameters Disabled after Programming the BHM
17-029
Dec 25, 2017
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Computer Hook-Up Standard Diagnostic Time Update
17CSA25
Dec 21, 2017
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
17CSA25 New Method for Uploading Diagnostic Log Files to the CSC
17CSA24
Dec 14, 2017
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
17CSA24 Holiday Schedule for the Detroit Customer Support Center
SS1033289
Dec 12, 2017
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Service Solution SS 1033289 BHM Fault Code SPN 524249 / FMI 7
17-028
Dec 11, 2017
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
OWL Enhancement Service Model Field
17CSA23r
Dec 7, 2017
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
17CSA23r Detroit CSC closed December 14, 2017 from 11:15 am - 1:15 pm Eastern Time
17-027
Dec 4, 2017
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Warranty Classroom Training in 2018
17-026
Dec 4, 2017
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
17-026 Holiday Closure 2017
17TL25
Dec 1, 2017
020000 SUSPENSION
17TL25 TruckCam? Alignment System
SS1032728
Nov 28, 2017
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
SS 1032728 Bulkhead Module Fault Codes 524280 thru 524286 with FMI 7 Clarification
14CSA23
Oct 27, 2017
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
14CSA23 CSC Announces ?Tech Tips? ? DDCSN
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
SS1033094
May 12, 2017
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Service Solution SS 1033094 KUS Float Tube Fuel Level Sensor Inform...
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...
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
FAB211
Feb 1, 2017
130000 VISIBILITY
Freightliner Action Bulletin FAB211 Mounting for Rear View Monitor
FAB212
Feb 1, 2017
160000 STRUCTURE
Freightliner Action Bulletin FAB212 Aggressive Step Edge
FAB212
Feb 1, 2017
350000 EQUIPMENT
Freightliner Action Bulletin FAB212 Aggressive Step Edge
15TS3
Apr 17, 2016
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
15TS3 Detroit? Coolant Change From Nitrite Organic Acid Technology
16-010
Mar 28, 2016
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Warranty Recognition Program Suspension
16-011
Mar 28, 2016
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
16-011 New Detroit Camshaft Housing Seal Standard Repair Time
16TS7
Mar 28, 2016
080000 FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL
16TS7 Reman Diesel Particulate Filter Serial Number
16-008
Mar 21, 2016
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
New Detroit Bearing Failure Analysis Standard Diagnostic Time
16-009R
Mar 21, 2016
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
16-009R_OWL Enhancements
16-007
Mar 7, 2016
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Canadian Warranty Parts Return Address Change
15TL20
Sep 17, 2015
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Detroit Data Summaries Application and Kits Are No Longer Available Through PDC
15-028
Sep 14, 2015
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
_NewDetroitCoolantLineSRTs
15-029
Sep 14, 2015
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
_Warranty Recognition Program - Coming Soon
15-028A
Sep 14, 2015
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
15-028 New Detroit Coolant Line SRTs
15-017
May 18, 2015
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
15-017 Detroit: Updated Fuel Injector SDTs
15-015
May 4, 2015
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
15-015 Warranty Exclusions Reminder
15-016
May 4, 2015
111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
15-016-DLR New Essential Tool For CPWA, CPPRA, Ltd CPPRA, & DSDWC Parties: Cadex CA-12 Battery Tester
15CSA9
Apr 28, 2015
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
15CSA9 Release of DiagnosticLink? 8.02
15CSA10
Apr 28, 2015
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
15CSA10 The Detroit CSC announcing a new feature ? Ability to attach files to an existing CSC
15CSA4
Apr 16, 2015
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
15CSA4 Holiday Schedule for the Detroit Customer Support Center
15TS10
Apr 14, 2015
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
15TS10Rev DD Engine Platform Coolant Filter
14TL-7
Apr 10, 2015
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
14TL-7Rev DD Platform Flywheel Housing Runout Tool W470589032100
15TL6
Apr 2, 2015
073100 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM:FUEL RAIL
15TL6 W470589129100 ? HDEP HP Fuel Rail Test Caps
15-010
Mar 30, 2015
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
15-010-DLR Transmission Cooler Line Photos
15-010
Mar 30, 2015
100000 POWER TRAIN
15-010-DLR Transmission Cooler Line Photos
15-009 - Detroit
Mar 16, 2015
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
15-009_Detroit_New_SDTs
15TL5
Mar 13, 2015
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
15TL5 DAVCO Shop Pro? FXP 95
15TL4
Mar 4, 2015
072100 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
15TL4 W470589050900 ? 3/8? Drive GEN2 Two-Stage Valve Socket
15TL4
Mar 4, 2015
092100 FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
15TL4 W470589050900 ? 3/8? Drive GEN2 Two-Stage Valve Socket
14TL8
Oct 31, 2014
350000 EQUIPMENT
14TL8 TorcUP? Non-Impacting Torque Tool.
14-036
Oct 27, 2014
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
14-036-DLR DTNA & JAD Highlights - Q3
14-038
Oct 27, 2014
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
14-038 Additional Detroit Standard Repair Times
14-039
Oct 27, 2014
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
14-039 New Detroit Standard Diagnostic Times
14-040
Oct 27, 2014
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
14-040 Additional Detroit CLOs for the Heavy Duty Engine Platform
14-040A
Oct 27, 2014
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
14-040_Additional_CLOs Additional Detroit CLOs for the Heavy Duty Engine Platform
14-039A
Oct 27, 2014
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
14-039_additional_SDTs New Detroit Standard Diagnostic Times
14-038A
Oct 27, 2014
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
14-038_New_SRTs Additional Detroit Standard Repair Times.
14CSA22
Oct 24, 2014
114000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
14CSA22 DTNA Chassis Wiring Diagrams
14WO-9
Oct 24, 2014
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
14WO-9_Warranty_Access Detroit New User Warranty Access Request
14TL9
Oct 23, 2014
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
14TL9 Special Tool Warranty Program.
14TS30
Oct 22, 2014
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
14TS30 Aftertreatment Harness Diagnostics
14TL7
Oct 15, 2014
354000 EQUIPMENT:MECHANICAL
14TL7 DD Platform Flywheel Housing Runout Tool W470589032100
14CSA21
Oct 14, 2014
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
14CSA21 Holiday Schedule for the Detroit Customer Support Center ?
14CSA20
Oct 10, 2014
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
14CSA20 EGR Valve Actuator Kit P/N E23539699
1010-14
Oct 10, 2014
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
1010-14 SPN 2623 (CPC) (GHG14)
1009-14
Oct 9, 2014
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
1009-14 SPN 5016 (ACM) (GHG14)
1008-14
Oct 8, 2014
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
1008-14 SPN 3510FMI 4,7, and 8 (CPC)(GHG14)
1007-14
Oct 7, 2014
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
1007-14 SPN 5016/FMI 3, 4 (ACM) (EPA10)
1006-14
Oct 6, 2014
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
1006-14 SPN 4374 (ACM) (GHG14)
1005-14
Oct 5, 2014
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
1005-14 Oil Coolant Module
1005-14
Oct 5, 2014
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
1005-14 Oil Coolant Module
1003-14
Oct 3, 2014
113000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY
1003-14 Rough Running or Stalling.
sb2080
Oct 1, 2014
062100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:RADIATOR ASSEMBLY
sb2080 Australian CST M1400 Isolated Radiator Retrofit
18SP705REV5
Oct 1, 2014
350000 EQUIPMENT
18SP705Rev5 18SP705Rev5 ? DD Platform Delta Pressure Sensor
18SP684REV4
Oct 1, 2014
350000 EQUIPMENT
18SP684Rev4 18SP684Rev4 ? EPA07 and EPA10 DD Platform EGR Delta Pressure Sensor Update
14-017R
Aug 11, 2014
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
14-017R Revised: Detroit Addition of Admin Time
14-029
Aug 4, 2014
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
14-029 New Detroit Standard Diagnostic Times
FAB160
Aug 1, 2014
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Freightliner Action Bulletin FAB160 Rock Guard
FAB160
Aug 1, 2014
160000 STRUCTURE
Freightliner Action Bulletin FAB160 Rock Guard
14-028
Jul 28, 2014
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
14-028 Remy Extended Coverage Direct File
14-027
Jul 23, 2014
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
14-027 Detroit's New Consolidated Labor Operations (CLOs
14-026
Jul 21, 2014
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
14-026-DLR SelecTruck Warranty Enhancements
715-14
Jul 15, 2014
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
715-14 Symptom Diagnostics - Coolant Los
14-022
Jul 14, 2014
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
14-022 Pre-Approval Threshold Increase From $2,500 to $5,000 USD
14-023
Jul 14, 2014
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
14-023 Detroit Axles Pre-Approval Changes
14-024
Jul 14, 2014
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
14-024-DLR DTNA & JAD Highlights - Q1 & Q2
714-14
Jul 14, 2014
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
714-14 Symptom Diagnostics - Low Engine Compression
713-14
Jul 13, 2014
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
713-14 Symptom Diagnostics - Combustion Gas in Coolant
713-14
Jul 13, 2014
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
713-14 Symptom Diagnostics - Combustion Gas in Coolant
712-14
Jul 12, 2014
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
712-14 Engine Coolant Temperature
20-75
Jul 1, 2014
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
20-75 - CANCELED: Cascadia Radiator Update?EPA10 with Cummins ISX Engines
20-73
Jul 1, 2014
062100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:RADIATOR ASSEMBLY
20-73 - CANCELED: Cascadia Radiator Update?EPA10 with DDC Engines
14TS5
Mar 7, 2014
162000 STRUCTURE:BODY
14TS5 Replacing Damaged Aftertreatment Sensor Bosses
FAB156
Mar 1, 2014
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
Freightliner Action Bulletin FAB156 M2 aux rear heat and AC
FAB156
Mar 1, 2014
110220 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:HAND HEATER:WIRING HARNESS
Freightliner Action Bulletin FAB156 M2 aux rear heat and AC
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FREIGHTLINER M2 - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the FREIGHTLINER M2 across all model years (2005, 2024).
139
Total Recalls
38
Total Complaints
0
Investigations
3
Reported Crashes
5
Reported Fires
0
Reported Deaths
FREIGHTLINER M2 - Year by Year
Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 2 | 0 | View |
| 2023 | 2 | 0 | View |
| 2022 | 1 | 4 | View |
| 2021 | 2 | 8 | View |
| 2020 | 2 | 0 | View |
| 2019 | 1 | 1 | View |
| 2018 | 4 | 0 | View |
| 2017 | 6 | 1 | View |
| 2016 | 6 | 3 | View |
| 2015 | 12 | 1 | View |
| 2014 | 11 | 1 | View |
| 2013 | 8 | 1 | View |
| 2012 | 9 | 4 | View |
| 2011 | 17 | 0 | View |
| 2010 | 17 | 2 | View |
| 2009 | 15 | 4 | View |
| 2008 | 10 | 1 | View |
| 2007 | 7 | 4 | View |
| 2006 | 5 | 3 | View |
| 2005 (current) | 2 | 0 |