2019 Freightliner M2 problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just one complaint on file for the 2019 Freightliner M2 — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but one recall campaign applies to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

NHTSA complaints

Recalls

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Crash-involved

Fires reported

Injuries

Deaths

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NCAP overall

How does 2019 compare to other M2 years?

M2 NHTSA complaints by model year, 2019 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2019 Freightliner M2 problems?

Component	Complaints	Share	vs prior year
Engine	1	100%	— flat

Does the 2019 Freightliner M2 have recalls?

1 NHTSA recall campaign on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

23V105000SteeringFebruary 20, 2023 · 60,604 units

Defect

Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2019-2021 Freightliner 108SD, 114SD, 122SD, Columbia, Coronado, Business Class M2, and 2020 Freightliner Cascadia vehicles. The drag link taper joint may not have been tightened sufficiently and could come loose, resulting in a complete separation of the drag link from the steering arm.

Consequence

Drag link separation can cause a complete loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

DTNA will inspect the drag link taper joint and repair it, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 21, 2023. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL967. This recall expands recall number 21V-689.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“Rocker arm failure. Detroit released repair at no cost on the DD15 and up but not on the DD5 when they have the exact same problem and design and parts as the larger engines and they know that it is a problem. ”
Complaint filed with NHTSA · Engine · October 31, 2025

2019 Freightliner M2 — common questions

Is the 2019 Freightliner M2 reliable?

The record is thin — 1 NHTSA complaint — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 1 recall should be verified as completed.

Does the 2019 Freightliner M2 have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 2019 Freightliner M2. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.

How does 2019 compare to other M2 years?

What are the most common 2019 Freightliner M2 problems?

Does the 2019 Freightliner M2 have recalls?

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

2019 Freightliner M2 — common questions

Is the 2019 Freightliner M2 reliable?

Does the 2019 Freightliner M2 have recalls?

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