2023 Freightliner Business Class M2 Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

8 safety recalls on file

The 2023 Freightliner Business Class M2 has 8 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA.

The most-reported problem area is Unknown Or Other (1 report).

8Recalls
1Owner complaints
0Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
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2023 Freightliner Business Class M2 recalls

Fuel Hose Can Separate, Causing Leaks and Stalls

Recall 26V660Oct 7, 20262,456 vehicles affected

Certain diesel trucks and chassis with Cummins L9 engines may have remote fuel filter hoses that can separate from their fitting.

Loose Axle Clamp Fasteners Can Cause Loss of Control

Recall 25V760Nov 4, 202518,783 vehicles affected

Certain trucks have axle clamp fasteners that may be loose.

Steering Shaft Can Detach, Causing Loss of Steering

Recall 25V504Aug 6, 2025176 vehicles affected

Welds on the intermediate steering shaft assembly may crack and fail.

Brake lights may not light during automatic braking

Recall 24V668Sep 10, 202416,890 vehicles affected

Certain heavy trucks may have a software problem in which the brake lights do not illuminate when the automatic emergency braking system applies the brakes on its own.

Trucks May Understeer in Turns, Raising Crash Risk

Recall 23V299Apr 26, 2023266 vehicles affected

Certain heavy trucks may understeer during a J-turn, a maneuver where the vehicle turns sharply to a stop or reverses direction.

Incompatible tires can reduce grip and raise crash risk

Recall 22V919Dec 12, 202249 vehicles affected

Certain heavy trucks are equipped with tires that are not compatible with their 8.25-inch rims.

Engine May Shut Down Unexpectedly, Raising Crash Risk

Recall 22V554Jul 29, 20221,375 vehicles affected

The engine control module (ECM), the computer that manages engine operation, may develop an internal short circuit.

Steering Joint Bolt May Detach, Causing Loss of Steering

Recall 22V394Jun 3, 20223,573 vehicles affected

The steering shaft's universal joint (u-joint) pinch bolt may become detached.

Most common 2023 Freightliner Business Class M2 problems

Problem areas named in the 1 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Unknown Or Other1

What owners report

2024-05-03, Unknown Or Other
This is the first of several entries I am making. The DEF headers on 7 of our trucks have had the same failure and if I see more I will report these also. This is an emission system issue. PART NUMBER 04-31354-004 HEADER-SSI,CONC.6BOLY,CMNS

2023 Freightliner Business Class M2 questions

Does the 2023 Freightliner Business Class M2 have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 8 safety recalls for the 2023 Freightliner Business Class M2: Fuel Hose Can Separate, Causing Leaks and Stalls; Loose Axle Clamp Fasteners Can Cause Loss of Control; Steering Shaft Can Detach, Causing Loss of Steering; Brake lights may not light during automatic braking; Trucks May Understeer in Turns, Raising Crash Risk. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2023 Freightliner Business Class M2?

Based on 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Unknown Or Other (1).

How do I check if a recall on my 2023 Freightliner Business Class M2 has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

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