2008 Freightliner Business Class M2: recalls and complaints

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• 20V21400014 Apr 2020Exterior Lighting
• 12V07400028 Feb 2012Engine and Engine Cooling / Engine / Diesel
• 11V47800016 Sep 2011Fuel System, Diesel
• 11V17300015 Mar 2011Engine and Engine Cooling
• 10V4720008 Oct 2010Engine and Engine Cooling
• 10V17800030 Apr 2010Exterior Lighting / Brake Lights / Switch
• 08V27000017 Jun 2008Exterior Lighting / Headlights
• 08V13700025 Mar 2008Power Train / Axle Assembly
• 07V59200021 Dec 2007Steering / Gear Box / Shaft Sector
• 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

1. 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.

2. 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.

3. 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.

4. 11V173000Received 15 Mar 2011. 50 units.

   Engine and Engine Cooling

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   Daimler trucks is recalling certain model year 2008 and 2009 freightliner business class m2 and sterling acterra emergency vehicles manufactured from august 18, 2006, through july 7, 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 march 25, 2011. Owners may contact daimler trucks at 1-800-547-0712. This safety recall campaign is an expansion of a previous recall (please see 10v-472).

   Report filed by DAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA. Manufacturer campaign number 10C-6. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 25 Mar 2011.

5. 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.

6. 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.

7. 08V270000Received 17 Jun 2008. 172 units.

   Exterior Lighting / Headlights

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   Daimler trucks is recalling 172 my 2008-2009 business class m2 106 all wheel drive vehicles equipped with cummins isc engines and highway hoods. These vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, 'lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment.' the headlights measure greater than 54" from the road surface which does not meet the standard requirements.

   Consequence, in the NHTSA record

   Improper height on the headlights may not fully illuminate road surface or may inhibit the ability of motorists to see vehicles which can increase the risk of a crash.

   Remedy, in the NHTSA record

   Daimler trucks will lower the headlights to 54 inches. This service will performed free of charge. The recall is expected to begin on or about march 13, 2009. Owners may contact daimler trucks at 1-800-547-0712.

   Report filed by DAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA. Manufacturer campaign number FL-531. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 15 Jul 2009.

8. 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.

9. 07V592000Received 21 Dec 2007. 220 units.

   Steering / Gear Box / Shaft Sector

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   On certain trucks equipped with trw steering gears, models tas85 and rcs85, these steering gears contain potentially defective sector shafts with an incorrect gear tooth which may interfere with the rack-piston teeth, resulting in a stick or bind condition.

   Consequence, in the NHTSA record

   This condition has the potential to cause the steering gear to stall and restrict the steering turning angle of the vehicle which could result in a vehicle crash.

   Remedy, in the NHTSA record

   Freightliner is working with trw to replace the defective steering gear (please see 07e101). The recall began on april 18, 2008. Owners may contact freightliner at 1-800-547-0712.

   Report filed by FREIGHTLINER LLC. Manufacturer campaign number FL-519. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 18 Apr 2008.

10. 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.

11. 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.

12. 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.

13. 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.

14. 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.

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Units: The number of vehicles or products that a recall can include. The manufacturer or the firm reports the number to the agency.

A complaint can name more than one component. Each component that a complaint names is one component mention. This model year has fewer than 50 component mentions, so the table shows the number of mentions only.

Complaints that report a crash

0

Complaints that report a fire

0

Injuries in the complaints

0

Deaths in the complaints

0

Date of the newest complaint

29 Aug 2015

These figures are the entries of the persons who sent the complaints.

Complaint: A report about a possible safety problem that a person sends to NHTSA. This site shows the number of complaints and not their text.

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.

1. 20001
2. 20012
3. 20025
4. 20035
5. 20049
6. 20059
7. 200613
8. 200717
9. 200814
10. 20098
11. 201010
12. 20118
13. 201212
14. 201311
15. 201410
16. 201514
17. 201616
18. 201715
19. 201816
20. 201923
21. 202012
22. 202114
23. 20229
24. 20237
25. 20247
26. 202511
27. 20265
28. 20271

A year without a link has fewer than 2 campaigns and fewer than 25 complaints. It has no page.

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How many units are in the recall campaigns for the 2008 Freightliner Business Class M2?

414,846 units in 14 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. 14 of them name the 2008 model year.

Which component do the complaints about the 2008 Freightliner Business Class M2 name most often?

Vehicle Speed Control: 1 of 3 component mentions.

Is an NHTSA investigation of the 2008 Freightliner Business Class M2 open?

No. The 1 investigation that names this model year has a closing date in the NHTSA file.