2007 Freightliner Business Class M2: recalls and complaints

NHTSA lists 17 recall campaigns for the 2007 Freightliner Business Class M2. The newest campaign is 20V214000. NHTSA received the report on 14 Apr 2020. The NHTSA record gives the component Exterior Lighting. NHTSA has no complaint on file for this model year. 3 NHTSA investigations name this model year.

The NHTSA recall file shows no do-not-drive advisory and no park-outside advisory on these campaigns.

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Remedy of the newest campaign, 20V214000, in the NHTSA record

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.

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Complaint information entered into NHTSA’s Office of Defects Investigation vehicle owner's complaint database is used with other data sources to identify safety issues that warrant investigation and to determine if a safety-related defect trend exists.
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Recall campaigns

17 campaigns, newest first. 483,189 units in total.

20V21400014 Apr 2020Exterior Lighting
12V07400028 Feb 2012Engine and Engine Cooling / Engine / Diesel
11V47800016 Sep 2011Fuel System, Diesel
10V4720008 Oct 2010Engine and Engine Cooling
10V17800030 Apr 2010Exterior Lighting / Brake Lights / Switch
08V1540003 Apr 2008Exterior Lighting / Tail Lights
08V13700025 Mar 2008Power Train / Axle Assembly
08V11300011 Mar 2008Fuel System, Diesel
07V53000013 Nov 2007Trailer Hitches / Fifth Wheel Assembly
07V3350002 Aug 2007Fuel System, Gasoline / Delivery
07V31600024 Jul 2007Suspension / Rear
07V30600018 Jul 2007Steering
07V30200016 Jul 2007Service Brakes, Air / Supply / Check Valve
07V26600013 Jun 2007Suspension / Front / Wheel Bearing
07V16900012 Apr 2007Suspension / Front / Hub
07V05500013 Feb 2007Service Brakes, Air
06V20500012 Jun 2006Parking Brake / Conventional / Air

20V214000Received 14 Apr 2020. 63,175 units.
Exterior Lighting
Defect, in the NHTSA record
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 Cascadia, 2006-2008 Freightliner Classic, 2006-2011 Freightliner Century Class, 2006-2010 Freightliner FLD, and 2017 Western Star 5700 vehicles. The rear reflective tape may be partially covered by the mudflap hanger bracket, which may reduce the vehicle's visibility to other drivers on the road. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Consequence, in the NHTSA record
The vehicle's rearward visibility may be reduced, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
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.
Report filed by Daimler Trucks North America LLC. Manufacturer campaign number FL848. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 29 May 2020.
12V074000Received 28 Feb 2012. 103,437 units.
Engine and Engine Cooling / Engine / Diesel
Defect, in the NHTSA record
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 system used on these engines is sensitive to assembly torque and may be damaged during service work. As a result of other repairs, the line supports may loosen, potentially leading to fuel line cracking and a fuel leak.
Consequence, in the NHTSA record
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, in the NHTSA record
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.
Report filed by DAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA. Manufacturer campaign number 12C-2. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 27 Apr 2012.
11V478000Received 16 Sep 2011. 73,500 units.
Fuel System, Diesel
Defect, in the NHTSA record
Daimler trucks is recalling certain model year 2004 through 2008 heavy trucks manufactured from july 11, 2003, through september 28, 2007, equipped with epa04 model mbe4000 engines built with plastic low pressure fuel lines and fuel filters mounted near the center of the engine on the left-hand side. The plastic low pressure fuel line between engine mounted fuel filter and engine block may develop a substantial diesel fuel leak.
Consequence, in the NHTSA record
This could create a road hazard increasing the risk of a crash. Fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Daimler trucks will notify owners and the remedy will be performed by detroit diesel corporation authorized repair facilities. Vehicles will be inspected and the plastic low pressure fuel line will be replaced with a steel low pressure fuel line. This service will be performed free of charge. An interim letter was mailed to owners on october 28, 2011. The safety recall began on february 21, 2012. Owners may contact daimler trucks at 1-800-547-0712.
Report filed by DAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA. Manufacturer campaign number 11C-2. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 21 Feb 2012.
10V472000Received 8 Oct 2010. 58 units.
Engine and Engine Cooling
Defect, in the NHTSA record
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 react properly to certain aftermarket treatment device fault codes. The software may unnecessarily shutdown a vehicle or may fail to shutdown a vehicle with an aftermarket device over-temp fault.
Consequence, in the NHTSA record
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, in the NHTSA record
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.
Report filed by DAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA. Manufacturer campaign number 10C-6. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 30 Dec 2010.
10V178000Received 30 Apr 2010. 8,971 units.
Exterior Lighting / Brake Lights / Switch
Defect, in the NHTSA record
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, in the NHTSA record
The stop lamps may not properly indicate that the service brakes are applied which may lead to a crash without warning.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
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.
Report filed by DAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA. Manufacturer campaign number FL-577. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 27 May 2011.
08V154000Received 3 Apr 2008. 724 units.
Exterior Lighting / Tail Lights
Defect, in the NHTSA record
Daimler trucks is recalling 724 my 2006-2007 business class m2 trucks. The optional high current tail lamp power distribution module (pdm) was installed in a location highly susceptible to water intrusion. This may lead to a loss of rear lighting.
Consequence, in the NHTSA record
A loss of some or all rear lighting on the vehicle under certain conditions may impair visibility of the truck increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Dealers will relocate the pdm to inside the cab behind the driver's seat free of charge. The recall began on september 10, 2008. Owners may contact daimler trucks at 1-800-547-0712.
Report filed by DAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA. Manufacturer campaign number FL-529. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 10 Sep 2008.
08V137000Received 25 Mar 2008. 28,764 units.
Power Train / Axle Assembly
Defect, in the NHTSA record
Daimler trucks is recalling 28,764 my 2001 through 2008 fccc b2 and fs65 school bus chassis, fccc fb65 conventional buses, and sterling acterra, freightliner fln, and business class m2 heavy trucks, built from january 26, 2000, through march 24, 2008, manufactured with arvinmeritor or axle alliance company 6,000 through 8,000 pound front axles utilizing a four piece spindle-nut set. These axle assemblies may have been produced with a thin spindle nut which may lead to incorrect end play, cone spin, excessive heat, degradation of lubrication, wear of the spindle nut and bearing journal, oil contamination with metal shavings, and premature bearing failure.
Consequence, in the NHTSA record
Continued operation may lead to wheel separation and possibly a vehicle crash.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Daimler trucks will notify owners and will repair the vehicles free of charge. The recall began on january 8, 2009. Owners may contact daimler trucks at 1-800-547-0712.
Report filed by DAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA. Manufacturer campaign number FL-527. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 8 Jan 2009.
08V113000Received 11 Mar 2008. 62,000 units.
Fuel System, Diesel
Defect, in the NHTSA record
Daimler trucks is recalling 62,000 my 2005-2007 freightliner business class, century class, columbia, coronado, fld, classic, sterling a-line, l-line, and western star 4900 trucks. A fractured fuel line could leak diesel fuel.
Consequence, in the NHTSA record
If a leak continues undetected under certain conditions, fuel may ignite at a hot engine surface and/or fuel may be spilled on the road surface.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
High pressure fuel lines and transfer tubes will be inspected and replaced free of charged. The recall began on july 9, 2008. Owners may contact daimler trucks at 1-800-547-0712.
Report filed by DAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA. Manufacturer campaign number FL-526. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 9 Jul 2008.
07V530000Received 13 Nov 2007. 38,000 units.
Trailer Hitches / Fifth Wheel Assembly
Defect, in the NHTSA record
On certain truck-tractors equipped with holland simplex se or se II fifth wheels, the latch lever pivot bolt assembly may have been over-tightened which could distort the pivot bolt spacer sleeve. Corrosion or contaminates in the pivot may cause it to bind and prevent the fifth wheel jaw from latching securely around the trailer king pin.
Consequence, in the NHTSA record
There is a possibility that the fifth wheel may fail to latch without the driver's knowledge. When the occurs, the driver could drive away and the trailer could become disengaged increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Dealers will replace the pivot bolt and sleeve with a hex head shoulder bolt and washer. The recall began on january 3, 2008. Owners may contact freightliner at 1-800-547-0712.
Report filed by FREIGHTLINER LLC. Manufacturer campaign number FL-514. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 3 Jan 2008.
07V335000Received 2 Aug 2007. 4,299 units.
Fuel System, Gasoline / Delivery
Defect, in the NHTSA record
On certain trucks, a manufacturing error in the fuel-water separator preheater thermoswitch may prevent the fuel preheater from turning off if the ignition is left on. If the ignition switch is left on when fuel is added to the fuel- water separator at the factory or during a filter element change, a small flame may occur inside the filter cover.
Consequence, in the NHTSA record
The potential exists for the flame to spread resulting in possible personal injury.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Dealers will inspect the fuel filter date code and thermoswitch lot code to determine if they contain the suspect component free of charge. The recall began on october 4, 2007. Owners may contact freightliner at 1-800-547-0712.
Report filed by FREIGHTLINER LLC. Manufacturer campaign number FL-508. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 4 Oct 2007.
07V316000Received 24 Jul 2007. 1,200 units.
Suspension / Rear
Defect, in the NHTSA record
On certain trucks equipped with tuftrac rear suspensions, the center casting brackets may be out of specification. An out of square casting may have unacceptable stress in the bracket when it is installed and may cause it to crack in service.
Consequence, in the NHTSA record
The drive axle may not be held in position if a cracked bracket fractures completely. This will affect vehicle control and may cause a crash without warning.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Dealers will inspect and castings that are out of specification will be replaced free of charge. The recall began on december 12, 2007. Owners may contact freightliner at 1-800-547-0712.
Report filed by FREIGHTLINER LLC. Manufacturer campaign number FL-502. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 12 Dec 2007.
07V306000Received 18 Jul 2007. 18,000 units.
Steering
Defect, in the NHTSA record
Freightliner is recalling certain school bus chassis, heavy trucks, van chassis, RV motorhome chassis manufactured from january 5 to may 17, 2007, equipped with axle alliance company (aac) front axles. During the front axle assembly, the fasteners that attach the steering arm or tie rod arms to the spindle may be over or under tightened.
Consequence, in the NHTSA record
Incorrectly tightened steering arm fasteners may fatigue and fracture which could cause a crash without warning.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Thomas built will notify owners, inspect the fasteners, and replace the steering arm if necessary. The recall began on december 21, 2007. Owners can contact freightliner at 1-800-547-0712.
Report filed by FREIGHTLINER LLC. Manufacturer campaign number FL-501. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 21 Dec 2007.
07V302000Received 16 Jul 2007. 75,000 units.
Service Brakes, Air / Supply / Check Valve
Defect, in the NHTSA record
Certain freightliner school bus chassis, heavy trucks, and thomas built school buses manufactured between july 2002 and july 3, 2007, equipped with bendix sr-7 spring brake control valves. The parker scv brass 90 degree single check valves (scv) which attach to the supply port of a bendix sr-7 spring brake modulating valve can break apart. Pieces of the parker scv can become lodged inside the sr-7 spring brake modulating valve, potentially causing either leakage out of the sr-7 valve or preventing air from properly exhausting from the sr-7 valve. Also, due to a manufacturing defect in the internal rubber check valve inside the sr-7 spring brake modulating valves, the valves can become deformed and not seat properly.
Consequence, in the NHTSA record
These conditions could either result in leakage and cause a delay in the application of the spring brake without warning or possibly lead to unintended vehicle rollaway or brake drag which could result in a vehicle crash, personal injury, or death.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Freightliner will notify owners and repair the vehicles free of charge. The recall began on january 11, 2008 to freightliner, sterling, and freightliner custom chassis owners; to thomas built bus owners on february 1, 2008. Owners can contact freightliner at 1-800-547-0712.
Report filed by FREIGHTLINER LLC. Manufacturer campaign number FL-504. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 11 Jan 2008.
07V266000Received 13 Jun 2007. 64 units.
Suspension / Front / Wheel Bearing
Defect, in the NHTSA record
On certain trucks, grease was applied to the front wheel bearings, but may not have enough in the cap or cavity in the hubs.
Consequence, in the NHTSA record
Inadequate lubrication of the front wheel bearings could lead to a bearing failure, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Dealers will inspect the front hub installation for correct bearing adjustment. If the bearing adjustment is incorrect, the front wheel bearings will be replaced. The recall began on august 3, 2007. Owners may contact freightliner at 1-800-547-0712.
Report filed by FREIGHTLINER LLC. Manufacturer campaign number FL-500. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 3 Aug 2007.
07V169000Received 12 Apr 2007. 219 units.
Suspension / Front / Hub
Defect, in the NHTSA record
On certain trucks built with front axles assembled by arvinmeritor, the front spindle nut may be over-tightened causing preload on the front wheel bearings which could lead to premature bearing wear.
Consequence, in the NHTSA record
If rapid bearing wear is allowed to progress, the front wheel assembly may separate from the vehicle which could result in a crash.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Dealers will inspect the front hub installation for correct bearing adjustment. If the bearing adjustment is incorrect, the front wheel bearings will be replaced. The recall began on june 28, 2007. Owners may contact freightliner at 1-800-385-4357.
Report filed by FREIGHTLINER LLC. Manufacturer campaign number FL-494. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 28 Jun 2007.
07V055000Received 13 Feb 2007. 535 units.
Service Brakes, Air
Defect, in the NHTSA record
Certain my 2007 thomas built c2 saf-t-liner school buses and freightliner business class m2, fccc b2, and s2 bus chassis manufactured between july 3 and november 3, 2006.
Consequence, in the NHTSA record
Under certain conditions, the park brake or work brake may fail allowing the vehicle to roll, possibly resulting in personal injury. Also, the stop lamps may intermittently fail to illuminate when the service brake is applied.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Freightliner will notify owner and repair the buses free of charge. The recall began on may 24, 2007. Owners can contact freightliner's customer assistance center at 800-385-4357.
Report filed by FREIGHTLINER LLC. Manufacturer campaign number FL-491. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 24 May 2007.
06V205000Received 12 Jun 2006. 5,243 units.
Parking Brake / Conventional / Air
Defect, in the NHTSA record
Certain heavy trucks, shuttle buses, and school buses equipped with bendix modulated spring brake valves. A defect in the modulated spring brake valve casting may cause an intermittent delay in the application of the park brake.
Consequence, in the NHTSA record
The vehicle may rollaway without warning, possibly causing personal injury.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Freightliner will notify owners and replace the defective valves free of charge. The recall began on june 28, 2006 to freightliner, sterling, and fccc owners. Thomas built mailed letters to owners beginning july 27, 2006. This recall has been superseded (replaced) by recall 07v302 (fl-504).
Report filed by FREIGHTLINER LLC. Manufacturer campaign number FL-477. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 28 Jun 2006.

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Complaints by component

The NHTSA complaint file has no complaint for this model year.

Investigations

NHTSA investigations that name the 2007 Freightliner Business Class M2
Number	Type	Subject	Component	Opened	Closed	Campaign
RQ12001	Recall query	PDM Failures	Electrical System	7 Dec 2012	16 Apr 2013
PE10007	Preliminary evaluation	Stop Lamps Intermittent	Exterior Lighting / Brake Lights	3 Feb 2010	23 May 2010	10V177000
RQ07003	Recall query	FRONT WHEEL SEPARATION	Suspension / Front / Hub	5 Dec 2007	26 Mar 2008	08V137000

Investigation: A study of a possible safety defect by the NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. An investigation with no closing date in the NHTSA file is open.

Other model years

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Cite this page

Recall Register. 2007 Freightliner Business Class M2: recalls and complaints. https://recallregister.com/vehicle/freightliner/business-class-m2/2007/. Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, recall, complaint and investigation files. Data through 30 Sep 2026.

Sources

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation
Licence: US government work, public domain
Recall file through: 30 Sep 2026
Complaint file through: 29 Mar 2018
First complaint in the file: 1 Jan 1995
Manufacturer in the recall file: Daimler Trucks North America LLC

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Questions

How many units are in the recall campaigns for the 2007 Freightliner Business Class M2?: 483,189 units in 17 campaigns. A campaign can name other models and model years, and its units include them.
How many recall campaigns does the Freightliner Business Class M2 have for all model years?: NHTSA lists 111 recall campaigns for the Freightliner Business Class M2, model years 2000 to 2027. 17 of them name the 2007 model year.
Is an NHTSA investigation of the 2007 Freightliner Business Class M2 open?: No. Each of the 3 investigations that name this model year has a closing date in the NHTSA file.