2015 Freightliner M2 Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

12 safety recalls on file

The 2015 Freightliner M2 has 12 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA.

The most-reported problem area is Service Brakes, Hydraulic (1 report).

12Recalls
1Owner complaints
0Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
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2015 Freightliner M2 recalls

Insufficient air brake reservoir may reduce braking, raising crash risk

Recall 19V370May 14, 2019741 vehicles affected

Some heavy trucks may have an air brake reservoir (tank) that is too small to meet federal brake standards.

CNG fuel valve can eject if overtightened, risking injury or fire

Recall 19V146Feb 28, 201915 vehicles affected

On certain 2015 refuse trucks converted to run on compressed natural gas, the fuel tank valve has a knob that is meant to turn only one turn.

Fire Pump Valve Ring May Fail, Cutting Water Pressure

Recall 18V094Feb 5, 201866 vehicles affected

Corrosion can weaken the retaining ring that holds a pressure relief valve in the water pump of these fire-fighting vehicles.

Fire Pump Relief Valve Can Open and Cut Water Pressure

Recall 17V739Nov 20, 2017298 vehicles affected

Rings that hold the pressure relief valves in the fire pumps on these fire apparatus can corrode after exposure to water.

Steering Can Momentarily Fail, Raising Crash Risk

Recall 15V679Oct 20, 2015358 vehicles affected

Certain 2014-2016 Freightliner M2 trucks converted with dual steering wheels by Fontaine Modification between March 13, 2014 and September 1, 2015 may have a locating pin in the dual steering linkage that can break or fall out.

Engine oil leak can cause a fire in heavy trucks

Recall 15V343Jun 3, 20153,200 vehicles affected

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

Recall 15V220Apr 14, 20153,571 vehicles affected

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.

Parking Brake:Conventional:Air

Recall 14V681Oct 29, 20144,353 vehicles affected

Fuel System, Diesel

Recall 14V566Sep 17, 20146,759 vehicles affected

Steering; Suspension:Front

Recall 14V367Jun 25, 2014192 vehicles affected

Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine

Recall 14V080Feb 21, 20143,258 vehicles affected

Most common 2015 Freightliner M2 problems

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

Problem areaReports
Service Brakes, Hydraulic1

What owners report

2021-08-24, Service Brakes, Hydraulic
The contact owns a 2015 Freightliner M2. The contact stated that overnight the braking system lost air pressure which activated the alert. Upon inspection, it was discovered that the lower brake air pressure hose clamp head had made contact with the radiator causing the braking system air pressure hard line to become damaged and causing air pressure to leak from the braking system. The failure was not yet repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The local dealer was not yet contacted. The failure mileage was 22,800.

2015 Freightliner M2 questions

Does the 2015 Freightliner M2 have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 12 safety recalls for the 2015 Freightliner M2: Insufficient air brake reservoir may reduce braking, raising crash risk; CNG fuel valve can eject if overtightened, risking injury or fire; Fire Pump Valve Ring May Fail, Cutting Water Pressure; Fire Pump Relief Valve Can Open and Cut Water Pressure; Steering Can Momentarily Fail, Raising Crash Risk. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2015 Freightliner M2?

Based on 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Service Brakes, Hydraulic (1).

How do I check if a recall on my 2015 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.

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