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).
2023 Freightliner Business Class M2 recalls
Fuel Hose Can Separate, Causing Leaks and Stalls
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
Certain trucks have axle clamp fasteners that may be loose.
Steering Shaft Can Detach, Causing Loss of Steering
Welds on the intermediate steering shaft assembly may crack and fail.
Brake lights may not light during automatic braking
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
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
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
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
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 area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Unknown Or Other | 1 |
What owners report
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.