CarRecallWatchThe 2012 Freightliner M2 has 9 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA.
The most-reported problem area is Suspension (1 report).
2012 Freightliner M2 recalls
Insufficient air brake reservoir may reduce braking, raising crash risk
Some heavy trucks may have an air brake reservoir (tank) that is too small to meet federal brake standards.
Engine oil leak can cause a fire in heavy trucks
A vent tube elbow on the engine's crankcase breather can come loose because of excess crankcase pressure.
Brake lights may not light when air pressure drops
Certain trucks modified by Fontaine Modification to have dual steering may have brake lights that do not illuminate when the primary brake air supply falls below 6 psi.
Wheelchair Lift Platform May Crack and Fall Out
A cracked side plate on the wheelchair lift platform can let the platform separate from the lift and rest against the vehicle's lift door.
Most common 2012 Freightliner M2 problems
Problem areas named in the 2 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Suspension | 1 |
| Electronic Stability Control (Esc) | 1 |
| Engine | 1 |
| Unknown Or Other | 1 |
What owners report
THE INTAKE HEATER LIGHT COMES ON WHEN I INCREASE SPEED OVER 25 MILES AND HOUR. ONCE AT 55 MILES AN HOUR, THE LIGHT STAYS ON.
SWAY BAR VERTICAL LINK BUSHINGS ARE PULVERIZED COMPLETELY GONE WITHIN 1500 MILES AFTER REPLACEMENT CAUSING AN UNSAFE TOP HEAVY ROLL OF THE MOTORHOME REDUCING STEERING CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE. I'VE HAD FREIGHTLINER SAN DIEGO REPLACE THESE BUSHING, I'VE REPLACED THEM TWICE, AND HAD A SUSPENSION SHOP REPLACE THEM ONCE. EVERY OTHER SENECA OWNER BUILT ON THE FREIGHTLINER M2 CHASSIS EXPERIENCES THE SAME ISSUE. FREIGHTLINER RECOGNIZES THERE IS AN ISSUE THROUGH A TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN TSB-32-47, BUT HAS NOT ISSUED A RECALL ADDRESSING THIS SERIOUS ROLL AFFECTING CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE. CHECK THE RV FORUMS ANYONE WITH ONE OF THESE CHASSIS ARE EXPERIENCING THE SAME VEHICLE CONTROL OVER THE INADEQU
2012 Freightliner M2 questions
Does the 2012 Freightliner M2 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 9 safety recalls for the 2012 Freightliner M2: Insufficient air brake reservoir may reduce braking, raising crash risk; Engine oil leak can cause a fire in heavy trucks; Brake lights may not light when air pressure drops; Wheelchair Lift Platform May Crack and Fall Out; Engine And Engine Cooling:Exhaust System:Manifold/Header/Muffler/Tail Pipe; Fuel System, Other:Storage:Tank Assembly. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2012 Freightliner M2?
Based on 2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Suspension (1), Electronic Stability Control (Esc) (1), Engine (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 2012 Freightliner 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.