2015 Freightliner Business Class M2: recalls and complaints

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• 24V92400011 Dec 2024Engine and Engine Cooling / Engine / Engine Control Module (Ecu/Ecm) / Software
• 21V06700011 Feb 2021Power Train / Automatic Transmission / Cooling Unit and Lines
• 20V21400014 Apr 2020Exterior Lighting
• 18V50300031 Jul 2018Steering / Linkages / Tie Rod Assembly
• 17V40200026 Jun 2017Service Brakes, Air
• 16V63400031 Aug 2016Power Train / Axle Hubs
• 16V20600012 Apr 2016Service Brakes, Air / Disc / Caliper
• 15V85900022 Dec 2015Power Train / Axle Assembly
• 15V6170001 Oct 2015Power Train / Manual Transmission
• 15V58600022 Sep 2015Service Brakes, Air / Disc / Caliper
• 15V18500030 Mar 2015Service Brakes, Air
• 15V09400019 Feb 2015Service Brakes, Hydraulic
• 14V75800028 Nov 2014Service Brakes, Air / Disc / Chamber
• 14V65900021 Oct 2014Power Train / Clutch Assembly

1. 24V924000Received 11 Dec 2024. 139 units.

   Engine and Engine Cooling / Engine / Engine Control Module (Ecu/Ecm) / Software

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2015-2020 Freightliner Business Class M2 emergency vehicles equipped with certain Cummins diesel engines. The engine protection and inducement software may cause the engine to shut down unexpectedly.

   Consequence, in the NHTSA record

   An unexpected engine shutdown can delay emergency responders and increase the risk of injury.

   Remedy, in the NHTSA record

   Cummins will update the electronic control module software and install a corrected data plate, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 5, 2025. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is F1012.

   Report filed by Daimler Trucks North America, LLC. Manufacturer campaign number F1012. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 5 Feb 2025.

2. 21V067000Received 11 Feb 2021. 15,835 units.

   Power Train / Automatic Transmission / Cooling Unit and Lines

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2014-2019 Freightliner Business Class M2 vehicles. The retaining clip that connects the transmission oil cooler line to the in-tank oil cooler may fail, possibly resulting in a transmission fluid leak.

   Consequence, in the NHTSA record

   If a rapid loss of transmission fluid occurs while driving, it could result in a road hazard for other motorists, increasing the risk of a crash.

   Remedy, in the NHTSA record

   DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the retaining clip with a collar and clamp connection, free of charge. The recall began on April 9, 2021. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-874.

   Report filed by Daimler Trucks North America, LLC. Manufacturer campaign number FL-874. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 9 Apr 2021.

3. 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.

4. 18V503000Received 31 Jul 2018. 1,256 units.

   Steering / Linkages / Tie Rod Assembly

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2012-2015 Freightliner Cascadia, Coronado, Business Class M2, 114SD, and Western Star 4900 trucks. In certain front axle, brake lining, and brake spider combinations, braking may cause high vibrations, resulting in early failure of the tie-rod tube.

   Consequence, in the NHTSA record

   A tie-rod failure would cause a disconnect between the front wheels, resulting in a loss of steering ability, thereby increasing the risk of a crash.

   Remedy, in the NHTSA record

   DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake linings, brake spider, and tie-rod, free of charge. The recall began March 22, 2019. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL782.

   Report filed by Daimler Trucks North America LLC. Manufacturer campaign number FL782. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 22 Mar 2019.

5. 17V402000Received 26 Jun 2017. 1,550 units.

   Service Brakes, Air

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Freightliner M2 Business Class, 108SD, and 114SD vehicles. The affected vehicles might not have a required check valve installed in one of the ports of the spring brake modulation valve. Without the valve, the primary air system is not isolated from the secondary air system.

   Consequence, in the NHTSA record

   A rapid loss of air pressure in the secondary system could cause a similar rapid loss of pressure in the primary system, which may lead to a sudden application of the parking brakes. This could increase the risk of a crash.

   Remedy, in the NHTSA record

   DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicles, installing a check valve, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on August 24, 2017. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-745-8000. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-740.

   Report filed by Daimler Trucks North America LLC. Manufacturer campaign number FL-740. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 24 Aug 2017.

6. 16V634000Received 31 Aug 2016. 156 units.

   Power Train / Axle Hubs

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain model year 2014-2017 Freightliner M2 Business Class, 108 SD, 114 SD, Cascadia, Coronado, Western Star 4700, 4800, and 5700 XE trucks manufactured March 15, 2013, to July 29, 2016 and equipped with Conmet aluminum non-high capacity hubs. These vehicles specify a front axle weight limit that may be greater than that of the hub capacity. As a result, the hub may fail and the wheel may separate from the axle.

   Consequence, in the NHTSA record

   If a wheel separates from the axle, there would be an increased risk of a crash.

   Remedy, in the NHTSA record

   DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front axle hubs, free of charge. The recall began during November 2016. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-718.

   Report filed by Daimler Trucks North America LLC. Manufacturer campaign number FL-718. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 1 Nov 2016.

7. 16V206000Received 12 Apr 2016. 702 units.

   Service Brakes, Air / Disc / Caliper

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain model year 2010-2017 Freightliner M2 Business Class, 108SD, 114SD, and Columbia trucks manufactured from January 6, 2010, through February 29, 2016, equipped with certain Bendix rear disk brakes and spring suspensions. The rear disk brake caliper may have been installed incorrectly, thus allowing the caliper to contact the suspension.

   Consequence, in the NHTSA record

   Caliper contact with the spring suspension may reduce the braking effectiveness, increasing the risk of a crash.

   Remedy, in the NHTSA record

   DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will correct the orientation of the rear brake calipers, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on June 8, 2016. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's recall number for this campaign is FL-705.

   Report filed by Daimler Trucks North America LLC. Manufacturer campaign number FL-705. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 6 Jun 2016.

8. 15V859000Received 22 Dec 2015. 43 units.

   Power Train / Axle Assembly

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   Daimler Trucks North America, Inc. (DTNA) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Freightliner 108SD, 114SD, Business Class M2, and Western Star 4900 vehicles manufactured September 26, 2014, to November 6, 2015, and equipped with certain drive axles manufactured by Marmon-Herrington. The affected axles have hex nuts on the flange yoke that may not have been properly tightened.

   Consequence, in the NHTSA record

   If the hex nuts are not tightened to specification, the driveshaft may disconnect from the drive axle, resulting in a loss of propulsion and increasing the risk of a crash.

   Remedy, in the NHTSA record

   DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the hex nuts, tightening them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on February 5, 2016. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-745-8000, or Marmon-Herrington customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-699.

   Report filed by Daimler Trucks North America LLC. Manufacturer campaign number FL-699. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 2 Feb 2016.

9. 15V617000Received 1 Oct 2015. 14 units.

   Power Train / Manual Transmission

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Freightliner Cascadia, Business Class M2, 108SD, 114SD, and Western Star 4700 trucks manufactured January 4, 2015, to April 24, 2015, and equipped with Eaton Fuller FR 10-speed manual transmissions. In the affected vehicles, when the transmission shift lever is moved from reverse to neutral, the reverse gear may stay engaged. When the transmission shift lever is moved from reverse to a forward gear position, the transmission may mechanically lock because both the reverse gear and forward gear are simultaneously engaged.

   Consequence, in the NHTSA record

   Even though the transmission has been shifted out of reverse into neutral, the vehicle may unexpectedly move backwards, increasing the risk of a crash.

   Remedy, in the NHTSA record

   DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and repair the affected transmissions if necessary, free of charge. The recall began on November 24, 2015. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-745-8000. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-693.

   Report filed by Daimler Trucks North America LLC. Manufacturer campaign number FL-693. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 24 Nov 2015.

10. 15V586000Received 22 Sep 2015. 53 units.

    Service Brakes, Air / Disc / Caliper

    Defect, in the NHTSA record

    Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain model year 2014-2016 Freightliner Business Class M2, 108SD, and 114SD trucks manufactured April 30, 2013, to September 14, 2015. Due to incorrect positioning, the rear disk brake calipers may contact the spring suspension reducing rear brake performance.

    Consequence, in the NHTSA record

    A reduction in braking performance can increase the risk of a crash.

    Remedy, in the NHTSA record

    DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will correct the orientation of the rear brake calipers, free of charge. The recall began on November 13, 2015. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-745-8000. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-688.

    Report filed by Daimler Trucks North America LLC. Manufacturer campaign number FL-688. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 13 Nov 2015.

11. 15V185000Received 30 Mar 2015. 3,732 units.

    Service Brakes, Air

    Defect, in the NHTSA record

    Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain model year 2015 Freightliner Cascadia, Business Class M2, 108SD, 114SD, 122SD, Coronado, Western Star 4700, and Western Star 4900 trucks manufactured October 6, 2014, to February 16, 2015, and equipped with Haldex Life Seal brake chambers. The affected vehicles may experience brake drag due to an improperly seated diaphragm in the brake chamber.

    Consequence, in the NHTSA record

    While traveling at highway speeds, brake drag may cause loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

    Remedy, in the NHTSA record

    DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake chambers, free of charge. Owners were mailed interim notices at the end of May 2015. The recall began on September 25, 2015. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-745-8000. DTNA's number for this recall is FL676.

    Report filed by Daimler Trucks North America LLC. Manufacturer campaign number FL676. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 25 Sep 2015.

12. 15V094000Received 19 Feb 2015. 153 units.

    Service Brakes, Hydraulic

    Defect, in the NHTSA record

    Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain model year 2015 Freightliner Business Class M2 vehicles manufactured June 4, 2014, to December 1, 2014 that are equipped with hydraulic brakes and a Bosch Hydro-Max Brake Boost Pump. Due to an incompatibility between the boost pump switch and the instrument cluster, certain instrument display brake warnings may not illuminate correctly when there is a problem with the brake system.

    Consequence, in the NHTSA record

    If the instrument panel doesn't display warnings, the driver may be unaware that braking force is reduced, increasing the risk of a crash.

    Remedy, in the NHTSA record

    DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will install the correct brake switch, free of charge. The recall began on April 13, 2015. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-745-8000. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-677.

    Report filed by Daimler Trucks North America LLC. Manufacturer campaign number FL-677. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 13 Apr 2015.

13. 14V758000Received 28 Nov 2014. 1,580 units.

    Service Brakes, Air / Disc / Chamber

    Defect, in the NHTSA record

    Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain model year 2015 Freightliner Business Class M2, 108SD, 114SD, 122SD, Coronado, Columbia Glider, Argosy Glider, Western Star 4700, and Western Star 4900 trucks manufactured September 17, 2014, to November 10, 2014 equipped with Haldex Life Seal brake chambers. The affected vehicles may experience brake drag due to an improperly seated diaphragm in the brake chamber.

    Consequence, in the NHTSA record

    While traveling at highway speeds, brake drag may cause loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

    Remedy, in the NHTSA record

    DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and repair the diaphragm if necessary, free of charge. Owners were sent an interim notice on January 27, 2015. The recall began on September 25, 2015. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-745-8000. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-676.

    Report filed by Daimler Trucks North America LLC. Manufacturer campaign number FL-676. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 25 Sep 2015.

14. 14V659000Received 21 Oct 2014. 391 units.

    Power Train / Clutch Assembly

    Defect, in the NHTSA record

    Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain model year 2015 Freightliner Business Class M2 trucks manufactured May 27, 2014, to September 25, 2014, and equipped with certain models of Eaton Fuller 365mm clutches. Due to an incorrect clutch-release bearing component, the affected clutches may not disengage as needed.

    Consequence, in the NHTSA record

    The loss of clutch function could cause unintended motion or extend stopping distance, increasing the risk of vehicle crash.

    Remedy, in the NHTSA record

    DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the clutches, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on December 8, 2014. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-745-8000. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-670.

    Report filed by Daimler Trucks North America LLC. Manufacturer campaign number FL-670. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 8 Dec 2014.

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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

6 Sep 2022

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The NHTSA investigation file has no investigation that names this model year.

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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

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How many units are in the recall campaigns for the 2015 Freightliner Business Class M2?

88,779 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 2015 model year.

Which component do the complaints about the 2015 Freightliner Business Class M2 name most often?

Electrical System: 2 of 4 component mentions.

Is an NHTSA investigation of the 2015 Freightliner Business Class M2 open?

The NHTSA investigation file has no investigation that names this model year.