CarRecallWatchThe 2021 Freightliner M2 has 2 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 8 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 crash.
The most-reported problem area is Electrical System (3 reports).
2021 Freightliner M2 recalls
Windshield Wiper Linkage May Break, Reducing Visibility
The windshield wiper linkages on certain commercial trucks and chassis may break, causing the windshield wipers to stop working.
Steering link can separate, causing loss of steering control
The drag link taper joint on certain Freightliner trucks may not have been tightened enough at the factory, so it can work loose.
Most common 2021 Freightliner M2 problems
Problem areas named in the 8 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Electrical System | 3 |
| Power Train | 2 |
| Engine | 2 |
| Unknown Or Other | 1 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 |
| Tires | 1 |
What owners report
While driving on the Interstate check-engine light came on, engine governed to very slow speeds and ultimately became undrivable. This has happened twice. In May and August of 2026. According to Velocity Truck Centers in North Las Vegas, NV Engine harness contacted and chafed around air compressor. Vehicle is at Velocity Truck Centers in North Las Vegas, NV. This is the same failure as described in DTNA's recall FL-858.
The contact owns a 2021 Freightliner XC-M. The contact became aware that the VIN was included in NHTSA Campaign Numbers: 21V00H000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, EXTERIOR LIGHTING) and 21V921000 (TIRES). The contact had not experienced a failure. The contact reached out to the manufacturer with questions about the recalls. The vehicle was repaired under NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V00H000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, EXTERIOR LIGHTING). However, the manufacturer informed the contact that the repair for NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V921000 (TIRES) would not be completed because the recall had expired.
The contact owns a 2021 Freightliner XC Line Motorhome. The contact stated that the ICU on the coach had delaminated over time and made it difficult to read. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was diagnosed, and the contact was advised that the ICU panel was faulty and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 17,800.
The contact owns a 2021 Freightliner M2. The contact stated while driving at various speeds and slightly depressing the accelerator pedal, the pedal travelled down to the floorboard and was stuck, causing the vehicle to accelerate unintendedly. The contact depressed the brake pedal, but the vehicle failed to respond. The contact shifted to neutral(N), pulled over to the side of the road, and turned off the vehicle. The contact stated that upon restarting the vehicle, the vehicle operated as needed temporarily. The contact stated that the failure had caused him to pull over to the side of the road several times in one drive. The contact stated that the failure had been recurring intermittentl
The contact owns a 2021 Freightliner M2. The contact stated that while a driver was driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle started decelerating unintendedly and then stalled. There were no warning lights illuminated. The driver was able to coast to the side of the roadway. The driver was unable to restart the vehicle. The vehicle was towed to the dealer who stated that there was an excessive amount of oil in the engine. The dealer determined that the engine had failed and needed to be replaced. The dealer linked the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 20V466000 (Electrical System, Engine); but the VIN was not included in the recall, and the vehicle was out of warranty. The vehicle was no
2021 Freightliner M2 questions
Does the 2021 Freightliner M2 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 2021 Freightliner M2: Windshield Wiper Linkage May Break, Reducing Visibility; Steering link can separate, causing loss of steering control. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2021 Freightliner M2?
Based on 8 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Electrical System (3), Power Train (2), Engine (2).
How do I check if a recall on my 2021 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.