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).
2015 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.
CNG fuel valve can eject if overtightened, risking injury or fire
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
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
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
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
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.
Most common 2015 Freightliner M2 problems
Problem areas named in the 1 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 |
What owners report
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.