Safety Recalls of Freightliner M2 Vehicles

There have been 34 safety recalls for the Freightliner M2. The most recent recalls are shown below. Table 1 and Table 2 show the historical recalls and the recall statistics by the model year of the Freightliner M2.

NHTSA Recall #: 23V895000; Dec. 22, 2023

when shifted into park, the transmission will actually be in neutral, increasing the risk of a vehicle rollaway and crash.

Recalled Vehicles: 2024 Freightliner M2
Component: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:GEAR POSITION INDICATION (PRNDL)
Recall Summary: daimler trucks north america, llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2024 freightliner m2 business class vehicles. the vehicle may be incorrectly equipped with a transmission gear shifter that includes a 'park' position despite the transmission not having a park pawl.... Details of this recall 🔎

NHTSA Recall #: 23V737000; Nov. 2, 2023

a rear lifting bracket that detaches while the engine is being lifted can result in the engine falling or swinging, increasing the risk of injury.

Recalled Vehicles: 2024 Freightliner 114SD, 2024 Freightliner M2
Component: ENGINE
Recall Summary: daimler trucks north america, llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2024 freightliner m2 and 114sd vehicles equipped with cummins l9n engines. the rear lifting bracket that attaches to the engine cylinder head may be insufficiently secured, which can allow it to detach.... Details of this recall 🔎

NHTSA Recall #: 23V537000; Aug. 1, 2023

a broken driveshaft can separate and cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.

Recalled Vehicles: 2023 Fccc MC, 2023 Fccc Mt55g, 2023 Fccc S2c 106, 2023 Freightliner M2, 2023 Thomas Built Buses Saf-t-liner C2
Component: POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT
Recall Summary: daimler trucks north america, llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2023 freightliner m2, fccc mt 55g walk in van chassis, fccc s2c-106 conventional cab & chassis, fccc mc chassis, and thomas built saf-t-liner c2 vehicles. the driveshafts can break under certain loading conditions. ... Details of this recall 🔎

NHTSA Recall #: 23V237000; Apr. 4, 2023

inoperative windshield wipers can reduce visibility in certain driving conditions, increasing the risk of a crash.

Recalled Vehicles: 2021 Fccc S2C, 2022 Fccc S2C, 2020 Fccc S2G, 2021 Fccc S2G, 2022 Fccc S2G, 2020 Fccc S2rv, 2021 Fccc S2rv, 2022 Fccc S2rv, 2021 Freightliner 108SD, 2022 Freightliner 108SD, 2021 Freightliner 114SD, 2022 Freightliner 114SD, 2020 Freightliner M2, 2021 Freightliner M2, 2022 Freightliner M2
Component: VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:LINKAGES
Recall Summary: daimler trucks north america, llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2020-2022 freightliner m2 106, fccc s2g cab/chas, fccc s2rv 106 cab, 2021 freightliner sport m2 112, 2021-2022 freightliner 108sd, freightliner 114sd, freightliner m2 112, freightliner sport m2 106, and fccc sc2 106 cab vehicles.... Details of this recall 🔎

NHTSA Recall #: 21V002000; Jan. 8, 2021

a license plate light aimed toward other drivers may increase the risk of a crash.

Recalled Vehicles: 2018 Freightliner M2
Component: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Recall Summary: marion body works inc. (marion) is recalling one 2018 freightliner m2-106 medium duty vehicle equipped with a maxon license plate kit. a license plate light may have been installed that aims rearward and not towards the license plate. ... Details of this recall 🔎

NHTSA Recall #: 18V094000; Feb. 5, 2018

A reduction in water pressure may hinder fire fighting efforts, increasing the risk of injury.

Recalled Vehicles: 2014 Ferrara Cinder, 2015 Ferrara Cinder, 2016 Ferrara Cinder, 2017 Ferrara Cinder, 2013 Ferrara Ember, 2014 Ferrara Ember, 2013 Ferrara Igniter, 2014 Ferrara Igniter, 2015 Ferrara Igniter, 2016 Ferrara Igniter, 2015 Ferrara Inferno, 2016 Ferrara Inferno, 2014 Freightliner M2, 2015 Freightliner M2, 2016 Freightliner M2, 2017 Freightliner M2, 2015 International 4400, 2016 International 4400, 2013 Kenworth T370, 2014 Kenworth T370, 2015 Kenworth T370, 2016 Kenworth T370, 2017 Kenworth T370
Component: EQUIPMENT
Recall Summary: Ferrara fire apparatus, inc. (ferrara) is recalling certain 2015-2016 inferno and International 4400, 2013-2016 igniter, 2014-2017 cinder and freightliner m2 106, 2013-2014 ember and 2013-2017 kenworth t370 fire-fighting vehicles, equipped with hale pressure relief valves in the water pumps used ... Details of this recall 🔎

NHTSA Recall #: 17V739000; Nov. 20, 2017

A reduction in water pressure may hinder fire fighting efforts, increasing the risk of injury.

Recalled Vehicles: 2013 E-one Cyclone Ii, 2014 E-one Cyclone Ii, 2015 E-one Cyclone Ii, 2016 E-one Cyclone Ii, 2017 E-one Cyclone Ii, 2013 E-one Quest, 2014 E-one Quest, 2015 E-one Quest, 2016 E-one Quest, 2017 E-one Quest, 2013 E-one Typhoon, 2014 E-one Typhoon, 2015 E-one Typhoon, 2016 E-one Typhoon, 2017 E-one Typhoon, 2014 Freightliner M2, 2015 Freightliner M2, 2016 Freightliner M2, 2017 Freightliner M2, 2014 International 4400, 2015 International 4400, 2016 International 4400, 2017 International 4400, 2013 International 7400, 2014 International 7400, 2015 International 7400, 2016 Kenworth T370, 2017 Kenworth T370, 2015 Kenworth T800
Component: EQUIPMENT
Recall Summary: E-one incorporated (e-one) is recalling certain 2013-2017 e-one cyclone ii, quest, typhoon, 2016 freightliner m2 112, 2013-2015 International 7400, 2014-2017 International 4400, freightliner m2 106, 2016-2017 kenworth t370, and 2015 kenworth t800 vehicles equipped with hale pressure relief valves ... Details of this recall 🔎

NHTSA Recall #: 15V679000; Oct. 20, 2015

A momentary loss of steering or steering lock up increases the risk of a crash.

Recalled Vehicles: 2014 Freightliner M2, 2015 Freightliner M2, 2016 Freightliner M2
Component: STEERING:LINKAGES
Recall Summary: Fontaine modification is recalling certain model year 2014-2016 freightliner m2 vehicles converted to be equipped with dual steering wheels by fontaine modification between March 13, 2014 and September 1, 2015.... Details of this recall 🔎

NHTSA Recall #: 15V343000; Jun. 3, 2015

If engine oil comes into contact with a hot surface, there is an increased risk of a fire.

Recalled Vehicles: 2007 Freightliner 114SD, 2008 Freightliner 114SD, 2009 Freightliner 114SD, 2010 Freightliner 114SD, 2011 Freightliner 114SD, 2012 Freightliner 114SD, 2013 Freightliner 114SD, 2014 Freightliner 114SD, 2015 Freightliner 114SD, 2016 Freightliner 114SD, 2007 Freightliner M2, 2008 Freightliner M2, 2009 Freightliner M2, 2010 Freightliner M2, 2011 Freightliner M2, 2012 Freightliner M2, 2013 Freightliner M2, 2014 Freightliner M2, 2015 Freightliner M2, 2016 Freightliner M2, 2008 Sterling LT8500, 2009 Sterling LT8500, 2011 Thomas Built Buses Saf-t-liner Hdx, 2012 Thomas Built Buses Saf-t-liner Hdx, 2013 Thomas Built Buses Saf-t-liner Hdx, 2014 Thomas Built Buses Saf-t-liner Hdx, 2015 Thomas Built Buses Saf-t-liner Hdx
Component: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
Recall Summary: Daimler trucks north America LLC (dtna) is recalling certain model year 2007-2016 freightliner 114sd and m2 business class trucks, 2008-2009 sterling lt8500 trucks and thomas built bus saf-t-liner hdx transit buses equipped with certain cummins westport isl g engines.... Details of this recall 🔎

NHTSA Recall #: 15V220000; Apr. 14, 2015

If the primary brake air system fails causing the truck to rely on the secondary brake air system, the brakes lights may not illuminate when the brakes are applied, increasing the risk of a crash.

Recalled Vehicles: 2006 Freightliner M2, 2007 Freightliner M2, 2008 Freightliner M2, 2009 Freightliner M2, 2010 Freightliner M2, 2011 Freightliner M2, 2012 Freightliner M2, 2013 Freightliner M2, 2014 Freightliner M2, 2015 Freightliner M2
Component: SERVICE BRAKES, AIR
Recall Summary: Fontaine modification (fontaine) is recalling certain model year 2006-2015 freightliner m2 trucks manufactured January 2, 2006, to January 23, 2015 and modified by fontaine to have dual steering. Brake lights of the affected vehicles will not illuminate if the primary brake air supply is depleted ... Details of this recall 🔎

Table 1. Historical Recalls of Freightliner M2 Vehicles

Date Component Vehicle Affected
Dec. 22, 2023   Power Train:automatic Transmission:gear Position Indication (prndl) 1,314
Nov. 2, 2023   Engine 19
Aug. 1, 2023   Power Train:driveline:driveshaft 1,280
Apr. 4, 2023   Visibility:windshield Wiper/washer:linkages 54,375
Jan. 8, 2021   Exterior Lighting 1
Feb. 5, 2018   Equipment 66
Nov. 20, 2017   Equipment 298
Oct. 20, 2015   Steering:linkages 358
Jun. 3, 2015   Engine And Engine Cooling:engine 3,200
Apr. 14, 2015   Air Brake 3,571
Feb. 25, 2015   Adaptive Equipment 117
Oct. 29, 2014   Engine And Engine Cooling:exhaust System:manifold/header/muffler/tail Pipe 65
Oct. 29, 2014   Parking Brake:conventional:air 4,353
Sep. 23, 2014   Fuel System, Other:storage:tank Assembly 16
Sep. 17, 2014   Diesel Fuel System 6,759
Jun. 25, 2014   Steering 192
Apr. 8, 2014   Electrical System:battery 34
Mar. 28, 2014   Seat Belt 938
Feb. 21, 2014   Engine And Engine Cooling:engine 3,258
Sep. 8, 2011   Electronic Stability Control 4,444
Aug. 31, 2011   Engine And Engine Cooling:engine 43
May. 18, 2011   Fuel System, Other:delivery:fuel Pump 268
Apr. 26, 2011   Power Train:driveline 347
Apr. 20, 2011   Service Brakes, Air:slack Adjusters:automatic 1,591
Mar. 3, 2011   Engine And Engine Cooling 2,073
Nov. 4, 2010   Equipment:other:labels 7,466
Sep. 23, 2010   Service Brakes, Air:supply:hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings 308
Aug. 2, 2010   Exterior Lighting:headlights 16
Jul. 27, 2010   Engine And Engine Cooling 5,743
Jul. 27, 2010   Fuel System, Other:delivery:fuel Pump 13,410
May. 7, 2010   Other Fuel System 30,704
Nov. 24, 2009   Engine And Engine Cooling 101
Nov. 2, 2009   Engine And Engine Cooling 1,726
Jun. 12, 2009   Service Brakes, Air:supply:quick Release Valve 1,460


Table 2. Recall Statistics of Freightliner M2 Model Years

Model# Recalls
2024 Freightliner M2 2
2023 Freightliner M2 1
2022 Freightliner M2 1
2021 Freightliner M2 1
2020 Freightliner M2 1
2018 Freightliner M2 1
2017 Freightliner M2 2
2016 Freightliner M2 4
2015 Freightliner M2 10
2014 Freightliner M2 10
2013 Freightliner M2 7
2012 Freightliner M2 8
2011 Freightliner M2 16
2010 Freightliner M2 16
2009 Freightliner M2 14
2008 Freightliner M2 9
2007 Freightliner M2 6
2006 Freightliner M2 4
2005 Freightliner M2 1