Freightliner M2
This model has recorded recalls in US, CA but none on file for AU — that may mean it wasn't sold there, or simply hasn't had a recall.
United States
- Freightliner M2date unknownSERVICE BRAKES, AIR:SUPPLY:RESERVOIR/TANKUS
An insufficient air reservoir volume may reduce brake effectiveness, increasing the risk of crash.
- Freightliner M2date unknownENGINE AND ENGINE COOLINGUS
A SHORT CIRCUITED GRID HEATER COULD RESULT IN A VEHICLE FIRE AND INJURY TO VEHICLE OCCUPANTS.
- Freightliner M2date unknownELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)US
IF THE DRIVER IS SLOW TO REACT DURING THIS ESC INTERVENTION, THE VEHICLE MAY DEVIATE FROM THE INTENDED LINE OF TRAVEL INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
- Freightliner M2date unknownEXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCHUS
If the primary brake air system fails causing the truck to rely on the secondary brake air system, the brakes lights may not illuminate when the brakes are applied, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Freightliner M2date unknownENGINE AND ENGINE COOLINGUS
A SHORT CIRCUITED GRID HEATER COULD RESULT IN A VEHICLE FIRE AND INJURY TO VEHICLE OCCUPANTS.
- Freightliner M2date unknownENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINEUS
If engine oil comes into contact with a hot surface, there is an increased risk of a fire.
- Freightliner M2date unknownFUEL SYSTEM, OTHERUS
FUEL LEAKING ONTO THE ROADWAY MAY RESULT IN VEHICLE CRASH.
- Freightliner M2date unknownENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINEUS
The sensor malfunction could induce elevated exhaust temperatures or flames from the exhaust pipe, increasing the risk of a vehicle fire or burn injury to a person near the exhaust pipe.
- Freightliner M2date unknownSERVICE BRAKES, AIR:SUPPLY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGSUS
THE AIR HOSES ROUTED VERY CLOSE TO THE TURBO OUTLET CAN CAUSE THE LINES TO BLISTER, THEN MELT AND DEVELOP AIR LEAKS THAT MAY LEAD TO BRAKE LOCK UP INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
- Freightliner M2date unknownFUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMPUS
IF A DIESEL FUEL LEAK CONTINUES UNDETECTED, FUEL MAY SPILL ONTO THE ROADWAY POTENTIALLY RESULTING IN A CRASH.
- Freightliner M2date unknownFUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMPUS
IF A DIESEL FUEL LEAK CONTINUES UNDETECTED, FUEL MAY SPILL ONTO THE ROADWAY INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
- Freightliner M2date unknownELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERYUS
Once electrically conductive, the material is capable of melting and burning, increasing the risk of a fire.
- Freightliner M2date unknownEQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITYUS
If the platform side plates crack, the lift platform can separate from the lift and come to rest against the vehicle's lift door. When the doors are opened, the platform may fall out, increasing the risk of injury to the lift operator.
- Freightliner M2date unknownEXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTSUS
IMPROPER HEIGHT OF HEADLIGHTS MAY NOT FULLY ILLUMINATE ROAD SURFACE OR MAY INHIBIT THE ABILITY OF MOTORIST TO SEE VEHICLES INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
- Freightliner M2date unknownEQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELSUS
FAILURE TO FOLLOW PROPER TIRE INFLATION RECOMMENDATIONS CAN RESULT IN TIRE FAILURE, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
- Freightliner M2date unknownSERVICE BRAKES, AIR:SLACK ADJUSTERS:AUTOMATICUS
IF THE SLACK ADJUSTER HOUSING WERE TO BREAK, THE WHEEL BRAKE TO WHICH THE SLACK ADJUSTER IS ATTACHED WOULD NO LONGER FUNCTION, CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO HAVE REDUCED BRAKING CAPACITY AND, IF MOUNTED ON THE STEER AXLE, THE VEHICLE COULD PULL TO ONE SIDE, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A CRASH.
- Freightliner M2date unknownPOWER TRAIN:DRIVELINEUS
A TUBE SEAM WELD THAT IS NOT PROPERLY BONDED CAN RESULT IN THE DRIVELINE ASSEMBLY FRACTURING ALONG THE LENGTH OF THE TUBE SEAM WELD. THE FRACTURED TUBE CAN TWIST OR SEVER. THIS COULD RESULT IN ADDITIONAL DAMAGE TO THE DRIVELINE, THE VEHICLE TO WHICH IT IS ATTACHED AND ANY ADDITIONAL NEARBY COMPONENTS. THIS MAY INCREASE THE RISK OF A CRASH.
- Freightliner M2date unknownFUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLYUS
Due to the area of its placement, the exhaust system forces heat around, and may overheat, the fuel system components, increasing the risk of a vehicle fire.
- Freightliner M2date unknownFUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLYUS
If the valve is stuck closed, the flow of fuel would be blocked from the fuel container to the engine. Such a condition poses a safety risk to service personnel as there is no safe way to depressurize the fuel system and service the subject valve when it is stuck in the closed position, increasing the risk of injury to the service personnel. There may also be a small fuel leak through the valve stem when the valve seat becomes detached, increasing the risk of fire. The affected fuel container may also become over-pressurized if the stuck valve goes undetected for a period of time, or is not repaired in a timely manner, and the ambient temperature increases significantly.
- Freightliner M2date unknownPARKING BRAKE:CONVENTIONAL:AIRUS
If the parking brake applies without warning while driving and without activating the brake lights, there is an increased risk of a crash.
- Freightliner M2date unknownSEAT BELTSUS
If the latch plate remains partially engaged after the button is pressed, egress from the vehicle could be hindered which would increase the risk of injury in the event of an emergency.
- Freightliner M2date unknownSTEERING:LINKAGESUS
A momentary loss of steering or steering lock up increases the risk of a crash.
- Freightliner M2date unknownEQUIPMENTUS
A reduction in water pressure may hinder fire fighting efforts, increasing the risk of injury.
- Freightliner M2date unknownEQUIPMENTUS
A reduction in water pressure may hinder fire fighting efforts, increasing the risk of injury.
- Freightliner M2date unknownFUEL SYSTEM, DIESELUS
If the engine stalls unexpectedly there is an increased risk of a crash.
- Freightliner M2date unknownSUSPENSION:FRONTUS
The axle weak spots could cause the axle beam to bend or cause wheel separation, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Freightliner M2date unknownFUEL SYSTEM, OTHERUS
If the knob is overtightened, the valve retaining snap ring may fail and eject from the valve body, increasing the risk to injury to any person in it's path. Additionally, the unintended release of CNG can increase the risk of a fire.
- Freightliner M2date unknownEXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTSUS
If the brake lights incorrectly illuminate, it can confuse other drivers, possibly increasing the risk of a crash.
- Freightliner M2date unknownEXTERIOR LIGHTINGUS
The improper lighting may confuse other drivers on the road, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Freightliner M2date unknownEXTERIOR LIGHTINGUS
The excessive brightness may affect the vision of other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Freightliner M2date unknownEXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTSUS
If the brake lights incorrectly illuminate, it can confuse other drivers, possibly increasing the risk of a crash.
- Freightliner M2date unknownEXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTSUS
If the brake lights incorrectly illuminate, it can confuse other drivers, possibly increasing the risk of a crash.
- Freightliner M2date unknownSTRUCTURE:BODY:HATCHBACK/LIFTGATEUS
A license plate light aimed toward other drivers may increase the risk of a crash.
- Freightliner M2date unknownEXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTSUS
If the brake lights incorrectly illuminate, it can confuse other drivers, possibly increasing the risk of a crash.
- Freightliner M2date unknownSTEERING:LINKAGES:DRAG:LINK:CONNECTIONUS
Drag link separation can cause a complete loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Freightliner M2date unknownVISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:LINKAGESUS
Inoperative windshield wipers can reduce visibility in certain driving conditions, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Freightliner M2date unknownSTEERING:LINKAGES:TIE ROD ASSEMBLYUS
A detached steering arm can result in a sudden loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Freightliner M2date unknownPOWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFTUS
A broken driveshaft can separate and cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Freightliner M2date unknownENGINEUS
A rear lifting bracket that detaches while the engine is being lifted can result in the engine falling or swinging, increasing the risk of injury.
- Freightliner M2date unknownPOWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:GEAR POSITION INDICATION (PRNDL)US
When shifted into PARK, the transmission will actually be in NEUTRAL, increasing the risk of a vehicle rollaway and crash.
- Freightliner M2date unknownENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINEUS
A SHORT CIRCUITED GRID HEATER COULD RESULT IN A VEHICLE FIRE AND INJURY TO VEHICLE OCCUPANTS.
Canada
- Freightliner M22018-01-22ElectricalCA
- Freightliner M22016-05-19OtherCA
Australia
No recorded recalls for this model in Australia.