Freightliner Business Class M2 recalls
NHTSA's records list 53 safety recalls covering the Freightliner Business Class M2 since Nov. 1, 2016, for model years 2006-2027. The most recent was reported to NHTSA on Oct. 7, 2026.
Built by the Tribune's code from NHTSA's official records. No AI wrote this page. Updated Nov. 6, 2026.
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2027 Freightliner Business Class M2 recalls 2
- Insulation May Catch Fire
Component: structure. 24 vehicles potentially affected.
- Insufficient Illumination from Low Beam Headlights
Component: exterior lighting. 23,276 vehicles potentially affected.
2026 Freightliner Business Class M2 recalls 6
- Insulation May Catch Fire
Component: structure. 24 vehicles potentially affected.
- Insufficient Illumination from Low Beam Headlights
Component: exterior lighting. 23,276 vehicles potentially affected.
- Loss of Vehicle Control from Loose Axle Clamp Fasteners
Component: suspension. 18,783 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Loss of Steering Control from Improperly Installed Fasteners
Component: steering. 343 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Loose Brake Caliper Mounting Bolts
Component: service brakes, air. 402 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Brake Light Failure from Software Error
Component: exterior lighting. 1,968 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
2025 Freightliner Business Class M2 recalls 13
- Fuel Filter Hoses May Disconnect and Leak Fuel
Component: fuel system, diesel. 2,456 vehicles potentially affected.
- Insulation May Catch Fire
Component: structure. 24 vehicles potentially affected.
- Insufficient Oil in Steering Gear Box May Cause Gears to Bind
Component: steering. 280 vehicles potentially affected.
- Loss of Vehicle Control from Loose Axle Clamp Fasteners
Component: suspension. 18,783 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Loss of Steering Control from Improperly Installed Fasteners
Component: steering. 343 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Loose Brake Caliper Mounting Bolts
Component: service brakes, air. 402 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Reduced Brake Performance/FMVSS 121
Component: service brakes, air. 68 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Brake Light Failure from Software Error
Component: exterior lighting. 1,968 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Brake Lights May Fail to Illuminate
Component: exterior lighting. 16,890 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Loss of Steering Control from Tie Rod Failure
Component: steering. 3,799 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Loss of Steering from Tie Rod Separation
Component: steering. 541 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Wheel Detachment from Loose Wheel Hub Fasteners
Component: wheels. 285 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Park Brake May Fail or Engage Unexpectedly
Component: parking brake. 220 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
2024 Freightliner Business Class M2 recalls 8
- Fuel Filter Hoses May Disconnect and Leak Fuel
Component: fuel system, diesel. 2,456 vehicles potentially affected.
- Insufficient Oil in Steering Gear Box May Cause Gears to Bind
Component: steering. 280 vehicles potentially affected.
- Loss of Vehicle Control from Loose Axle Clamp Fasteners
Component: suspension. 18,783 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Loss of Steering Control from Improperly Installed Fasteners
Component: steering. 343 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Intermediate Steering Shaft Welds May Fail
Component: steering. 176 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Brake Lights May Fail to Illuminate
Component: exterior lighting. 16,890 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Park Brake May Fail or Engage Unexpectedly
Component: parking brake. 220 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Vehicle May Understeer/FMVSS 136
Component: electronic stability control (esc). 266 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
2023 Freightliner Business Class M2 recalls 8
- Fuel Filter Hoses May Disconnect and Leak Fuel
Component: fuel system, diesel. 2,456 vehicles potentially affected.
- Loss of Vehicle Control from Loose Axle Clamp Fasteners
Component: suspension. 18,783 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Intermediate Steering Shaft Welds May Fail
Component: steering. 176 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Brake Lights May Fail to Illuminate
Component: exterior lighting. 16,890 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Vehicle May Understeer/FMVSS 136
Component: electronic stability control (esc). 266 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Incompatible Tires and Rims/FMVSS 120
Component: tires. 49 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Electrical Short Circuit May Cause Engine Stall
Component: engine and engine cooling. 1,375 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Improperly Installed Steering Shaft Bolt
Component: steering. 3,573 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
2022 Freightliner Business Class M2 recalls 10
- Fuel Filter Hoses May Disconnect and Leak Fuel
Component: fuel system, diesel. 2,456 vehicles potentially affected.
- Loss of Vehicle Control from Loose Axle Clamp Fasteners
Component: suspension. 18,783 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Intermediate Steering Shaft Welds May Fail
Component: steering. 176 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Brake Lights May Fail to Illuminate
Component: exterior lighting. 16,890 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Vehicle May Understeer/FMVSS 136
Component: electronic stability control (esc). 266 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Incompatible Tires and Rims/FMVSS 120
Component: tires. 49 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Corroded Modulator Valve May Cause Brake Pull
Component: forward collision avoidance. 219,390 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Cracked Brake Drum May Cause Loss of Brakes
Component: service brakes, air. 11 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Loose Tie Rod Clamps
Component: steering. 8,482 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Steering Arm and Tie Rod Bolts May Fracture
Component: steering. 12,470 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
2021 Freightliner Business Class M2 recalls 14
- Loss of Vehicle Control from Loose Axle Clamp Fasteners
Component: suspension. 18,783 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Vehicle May Understeer/FMVSS 136
Component: electronic stability control (esc). 266 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Incompatible Tires and Rims/FMVSS 120
Component: tires. 49 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Corroded Modulator Valve May Cause Brake Pull
Component: forward collision avoidance. 219,390 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Cracked Brake Drum May Cause Loss of Brakes
Component: service brakes, air. 11 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Loose Tie Rod Clamps
Component: steering. 8,482 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- High Pressure Fuel Rail Assembly May Leak Fuel
Component: fuel system, diesel. 9,662 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Steering Arm and Tie Rod Bolts May Fracture
Component: steering. 12,470 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Caliper Mounting Bolt Not Tightened Properly
Component: service brakes, hydraulic. 133 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Hydraulic Caliper Tie Bar May Be Loose
Component: service brakes, hydraulic. 80 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Steer Axle Spindle Nut Snap-Ring Installation
Component: suspension. 1,411 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Engine Harness May Contact & Chafe
Component: electrical system. 9,665 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Engine Harness May Contact and Chafe
Component: electrical system. 5,374 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Reflective Tape May be Partially Covered/FMVSS 108
Component: exterior lighting. 63,175 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
2020 Freightliner Business Class M2 recalls 12
- Loss of Vehicle Control from Loose Axle Clamp Fasteners
Component: suspension. 18,783 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Unexpected Engine Shutdown
Component: engine and engine cooling. 139 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Incompatible Tires and Rims/FMVSS 120
Component: tires. 49 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Corroded Modulator Valve May Cause Brake Pull
Component: forward collision avoidance. 219,390 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Cracked Brake Drum May Cause Loss of Brakes
Component: service brakes, air. 11 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- High Pressure Fuel Rail Assembly May Leak Fuel
Component: fuel system, diesel. 9,662 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Engine Harness May Contact & Chafe
Component: electrical system. 9,665 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Engine Harness May Contact and Chafe
Component: electrical system. 5,374 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Reflective Tape May be Partially Covered/FMVSS 108
Component: exterior lighting. 63,175 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Axles Insufficiently Lubricated
Component: power train. 1,532 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Insufficiently Tightened Brake Caliper Bolts
Component: service brakes, air. 2,585 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Front Axles may be Insufficiently Lubricated
Component: power train. 809 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
2019 Freightliner Business Class M2 recalls 23
- Unexpected Engine Shutdown
Component: engine and engine cooling. 139 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Incompatible Tires and Rims/FMVSS 120
Component: tires. 49 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- High Pressure Fuel Rail Assembly May Leak Fuel
Component: fuel system, diesel. 9,662 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Transmission Fluid Leak
Component: power train. 15,835 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Clutch Failure may Result in Unintended Movement
Component: power train. 4,329 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Engine Harness May Contact & Chafe
Component: electrical system. 9,665 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Engine Harness May Contact and Chafe
Component: electrical system. 5,374 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Possible Loss of Drive System and Power Steering
Component: power train. 5 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Reflective Tape May be Partially Covered/FMVSS 108
Component: exterior lighting. 63,175 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Axles Insufficiently Lubricated
Component: power train. 1,532 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Insufficiently Tightened Brake Caliper Bolts
Component: service brakes, air. 2,585 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- VCU May Activate Anti-roll Back
Component: hybrid propulsion system. 5 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Front Axles may be Insufficiently Lubricated
Component: power train. 809 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Back Up Camera Display Image may be Reversed
Component: equipment. 13 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Steering and Tie Rod Arm Bolts may be Loose
Component: steering. 501 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Vehicle may Move after Clutch Component Fails
Component: power train. 6,795 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Insufficiently Tightened Brake Caliper Bolts
Component: service brakes, air. 5,534 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Incorrectly Installed Steering Shaft Assembly
Component: steering. 19,754 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Tire Steel Cords may be Exposed
Component: tires. 201 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Insufficiently Tightened Brake Caliper Bolts
Component: service brakes, air. 4,155 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Incorrectly Installed Steering Shaft Assembly
Component: steering. 9,093 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Improperly Torqued Caliper Mounting Bolts
Component: service brakes, hydraulic. 8,741 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Incorrect Brake Caliper Orientation
Component: service brakes, air. 40 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
2018 Freightliner Business Class M2 recalls 16
- Unexpected Engine Shutdown
Component: engine and engine cooling. 139 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- High Pressure Fuel Rail Assembly May Leak Fuel
Component: fuel system, diesel. 9,662 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Transmission Fluid Leak
Component: power train. 15,835 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Clutch Failure may Result in Unintended Movement
Component: power train. 4,329 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Engine Harness May Contact & Chafe
Component: electrical system. 9,665 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Engine Harness May Contact and Chafe
Component: electrical system. 5,374 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Reflective Tape May be Partially Covered/FMVSS 108
Component: exterior lighting. 63,175 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Back Up Camera Display Image may be Reversed
Component: equipment. 13 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Steering and Tie Rod Arm Bolts may be Loose
Component: steering. 501 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Vehicle may Move after Clutch Component Fails
Component: power train. 6,795 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Insufficiently Tightened Brake Caliper Bolts
Component: service brakes, air. 5,534 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Incorrectly Installed Steering Shaft Assembly
Component: steering. 19,754 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Insufficiently Tightened Brake Caliper Bolts
Component: service brakes, air. 4,155 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Incorrectly Installed Steering Shaft Assembly
Component: steering. 9,093 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Improperly Torqued Caliper Mounting Bolts
Component: service brakes, hydraulic. 8,741 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Incorrect Brake Caliper Orientation
Component: service brakes, air. 40 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
2017 Freightliner Business Class M2 recalls 11
- Unexpected Engine Shutdown
Component: engine and engine cooling. 139 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- License Plate Not Illuminated Properly
Component: exterior lighting. 89 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Transmission Fluid Leak
Component: power train. 15,835 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Engine Harness May Contact and Chafe
Component: electrical system. 5,374 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Reflective Tape May be Partially Covered/FMVSS 108
Component: exterior lighting. 63,175 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Steering and Tie Rod Arm Bolts may be Loose
Component: steering. 501 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Improperly Torqued Caliper Mounting Bolts
Component: service brakes, hydraulic. 8,741 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Incorrect Brake Caliper Orientation
Component: service brakes, air. 40 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Check Valve Missing from Air Brake System
Component: service brakes, air. 1,550 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Unresponsive Instrument Clusters and Turn Signals
Component: electrical system. 769 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Incomplete Adhesion may cause Tread Separation
Component: tires. 863 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
2016 Freightliner Business Class M2 recalls 6
- Unexpected Engine Shutdown
Component: engine and engine cooling. 139 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Transmission Fluid Leak
Component: power train. 15,835 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Reflective Tape May be Partially Covered/FMVSS 108
Component: exterior lighting. 63,175 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Incorrect Brake Caliper Orientation
Component: service brakes, air. 40 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Check Valve Missing from Air Brake System
Component: service brakes, air. 1,550 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Unresponsive Instrument Clusters and Turn Signals
Component: electrical system. 769 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
2015 Freightliner Business Class M2 recalls 5
- Unexpected Engine Shutdown
Component: engine and engine cooling. 139 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Transmission Fluid Leak
Component: power train. 15,835 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Reflective Tape May be Partially Covered/FMVSS 108
Component: exterior lighting. 63,175 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Tie-Rod Separation Due to Vibration
Component: steering. 1,256 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Check Valve Missing from Air Brake System
Component: service brakes, air. 1,550 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
2014 Freightliner Business Class M2 recalls 3
- Transmission Fluid Leak
Component: power train. 15,835 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Reflective Tape May be Partially Covered/FMVSS 108
Component: exterior lighting. 63,175 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Tie-Rod Separation Due to Vibration
Component: steering. 1,256 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
2013 Freightliner Business Class M2 recalls 2
- Reflective Tape May be Partially Covered/FMVSS 108
Component: exterior lighting. 63,175 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Tie-Rod Separation Due to Vibration
Component: steering. 1,256 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
2012 Freightliner Business Class M2 recalls 2
- Reflective Tape May be Partially Covered/FMVSS 108
Component: exterior lighting. 63,175 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Tie-Rod Separation Due to Vibration
Component: steering. 1,256 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
2011 Freightliner Business Class M2 recalls 1
- Reflective Tape May be Partially Covered/FMVSS 108
Component: exterior lighting. 63,175 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
2010 Freightliner Business Class M2 recalls 1
- Reflective Tape May be Partially Covered/FMVSS 108
Component: exterior lighting. 63,175 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
2009 Freightliner Business Class M2 recalls 1
- Reflective Tape May be Partially Covered/FMVSS 108
Component: exterior lighting. 63,175 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
2008 Freightliner Business Class M2 recalls 1
- Reflective Tape May be Partially Covered/FMVSS 108
Component: exterior lighting. 63,175 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
2007 Freightliner Business Class M2 recalls 1
- Reflective Tape May be Partially Covered/FMVSS 108
Component: exterior lighting. 63,175 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
2006 Freightliner Business Class M2 recalls 1
- Reflective Tape May be Partially Covered/FMVSS 108
Component: exterior lighting. 63,175 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
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