Freightliner Business Class M2 problems by model year
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
NHTSA has 17 owner complaints and 85 recalls on file for the Freightliner Business Class M2 (2005–2027).
- Complaints
- 17
- Recalls
- 85
- Model years
- 23
- Worst year
- —
Complaints by model year
Newer model years have had less time on the road, so they naturally have fewer complaints. Compare a year against its neighbors rather than against brand-new models.
Every Freightliner Business Class M2 model year
| Year | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Recalls | Top problem |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 Business Class M2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | — |
| 2026 Business Class M2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 6 | — |
| 2025 Business Class M2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 12 | Transmission & Drivetrain |
| 2024 Business Class M2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 7 | — |
| 2023 Business Class M2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 7 | — |
| 2022 Business Class M2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 9 | — |
| 2021 Business Class M2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 14 | Transmission & Drivetrain |
| 2020 Business Class M2 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 12 | — |
| 2019 Business Class M2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 23 | — |
| 2018 Business Class M2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 16 | — |
| 2017 Business Class M2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 15 | — |
| 2016 Business Class M2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 16 | — |
| 2015 Business Class M2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 14 | Steering |
| 2014 Business Class M2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10 | — |
| 2013 Business Class M2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 11 | — |
| 2012 Business Class M2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 12 | Engine |
| 2011 Business Class M2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 8 | — |
| 2010 Business Class M2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 9 | — |
| 2009 Business Class M2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 8 | — |
| 2008 Business Class M2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 6 | — |
| 2007 Business Class M2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 5 | — |
| 2006 Business Class M2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | Brakes |
| 2005 Business Class M2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | — |
Most common Freightliner Business Class M2 problem areas (all years)
- Transmission & Drivetrain3 complaints
- Brakes1 complaints
- Engine1 complaints
- Steering1 complaints
Complaint trend
Freightliner Business Class M2 recalls
Risk: Insulation that comes into contact with hot exhaust components increases the risk of a fire.
Risk: Insufficient low beam headlight illumination can reduce driver visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Risk: A lack of lubrication may cause binding gears and difficulty steering, increasing the risk of a crash.
Risk: A loss of vehicle control increases the risk of a crash.
Risk: A loss of brake function can increase the risk of a crash. In addition, a damaged wheel or tire can lead to a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Risk: A loss of vehicle steering control increases the risk of a crash.
Risk: A steering shaft that detaches can result in a loss of steering, increasing the risk of a crash.
Risk: Reduced brake performance can extend the distance required to stop, increasing the risk of a crash.
Risk: Brake lights that fail increase the risk of a crash.
Risk: An unexpected engine shutdown can delay emergency responders and increase the risk of injury.
Risk: Brake lights that fail to illuminate can fail to indicate to other drivers that the vehicle is slowing down, increasing the risk of a crash.
Risk: Tie rod failure can cause a loss of vehicle steering control and increase the risk of a crash.
Risk: Tie rod separation can cause a sudden loss of steering control and increase the risk of a crash.
Risk: A loss of vehicle control increases the risk of a crash.
Risk: Park brake failure or unexpected park brake engagement while driving increases the risk of a crash.
Risk: Understeering during a J-turn may increase the risk of a crash.
Risk: Driving with tires that are not compatible with their rims can reduce tire performance, increasing the risk of a crash.
Risk: Brakes that pull to one side during an ACC braking event may cause a sudden change in vehicle direction, increasing the risk of a crash.
Risk: Unexpected engine shut down can increase the risk of a crash.
Risk: Loss of steering control can increase the risk of a crash.
Risk: A cracked brake drum can cause a loss of brake function and increase the risk of a crash.
Risk: The improper lighting may confuse other drivers on the road, increasing the risk of a crash.
Risk: Detached or broken tie rod ends can result in steering loss, increasing the risk of a crash.
Risk: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Risk: A fractured bolt may cause a loss of steering, increasing the risk of a crash.
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Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology