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2024 Freightliner M2 problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 0 complaints on file for the 2024 Freightliner M2 — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but 2 recall campaigns apply to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

0

NHTSA complaints

2

Recalls

0

Investigations

0

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

0

Injuries

0

Deaths

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NCAP overall

How does 2024 compare to other M2 years?

M2 NHTSA complaints by model year, 2024 highlighted8 complaints2005: 0 complaints2006: 3 complaints2007: 4 complaints2008: 1 complaints2009: 4 complaints2010: 2 complaints2011: 0 complaints2012: 4 complaints2013: 1 complaints2014: 1 complaints2015: 1 complaints2016: 3 complaints2017: 1 complaints2018: 0 complaints2019: 1 complaints2020: 0 complaints2021: 8 complaints2022: 4 complaints2023: 0 complaints2024: 0 complaints
M2 NHTSA complaints by model year, 2024 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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Does the 2024 Freightliner M2 have recalls?

2 NHTSA recall campaigns on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

23V895000TransmissionDecember 22, 2023 · 2,547 units

Defect

Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2024 Freightliner M2 Business Class vehicles. The vehicle may be incorrectly equipped with a transmission gear shifter that includes a 'PARK' position despite the transmission not having a park pawl.

Consequence

When shifted into PARK, the transmission will actually be in NEUTRAL, increasing the risk of a vehicle rollaway and crash.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect and replace the transmission gear shifter, as necessary free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 4, 2024. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL991.

23V737000EngineNovember 2, 2023 · 19 units

Defect

Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2024 Freightliner M2 and 114SD vehicles equipped with Cummins L9N engines. The rear lifting bracket that attaches to the engine cylinder head may be insufficiently secured, which can allow it to detach.

Consequence

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.

Remedy

Cummins dealers will inspect and replace the flanged stud in the rear lifting bracket, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 8, 2023. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL983.

2024 Freightliner M2 — common questions

Is the 2024 Freightliner M2 reliable?

The record is thin — 0 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 2 recalls should be verified as completed.

Does the 2024 Freightliner M2 have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns affecting the 2024 Freightliner M2. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Related

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

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.