repaired · 2026 Q3
Engine control module (ecu/ecm): software
Risk. An unexpected engine shutdown can delay emergency responders and increase the risk of injury.
2019 Freightliner Business Class M2Problems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 0 owner complaints about the 2019 Freightliner Business Class M2. It is covered by 23 safety recalls, and for recall 18V-641 the manufacturer reports only 0% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through December 11, 2024. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2019 Freightliner Business Class M2 has problems
0 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
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Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
23 recalls
2019 Freightliner Business Class M2 recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
repaired · 2025 Q1
Tires
Risk. Driving with tires that are not compatible with their rims can reduce tire performance, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2023 Q2
Fuel injection system: fuel rail
Risk. A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
repaired · 2023 Q1
Automatic transmission: cooling unit and lines
Risk. If a rapid loss of transmission fluid occurs while driving, it could result in a road hazard for other motorists, increasing the risk of a crash.
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repaired · 2023 Q1
Power train: clutch assembly
Risk. Unintended vehicle movement van increase the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2022 Q3
Electrical system: wiring
Risk. An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2022 Q3
Electrical system: wiring
Risk. A engine stall may increase the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2020 Q1
Power train
Risk. A sudden loss of drive power and loss of power steering increases the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2022 Q1
Exterior lighting
Risk. The vehicle's rearward visibility may be reduced, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2022 Q1
Power train: axle assembly
Risk. If the bearings are damaged, the wheel may separate and cause a sudden loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of crash.
repaired · 2022 Q1
Disc: caliper
Risk. Loose brake caliper mounting bolts can reduce brake effectiveness, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2020 Q3
Hybrid propulsion system
Risk. Unexpected vehicle movement can increase the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2021 Q2
Power train: axle assembly
Risk. If the bearings are damaged, the wheel may separate and cause a sudden loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of crash.
repaired · 2019 Q2
Equipment
Risk. The driver may inadvertently turn the wrong direction to avoid an object behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2020 Q4
Steering
Risk. Loose tie rod arm bolts may lead to separation of the tie rod arm, resulting in a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2021 Q2
Power train: clutch assembly
Risk. Unintended vehicle movement can increase the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2020 Q3
Disc: caliper
Risk. Loose brake caliper mounting bolts can reduce brake effectiveness, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2020 Q3
Steering
Risk. A loss of connection between the steering wheel and front wheels can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2020 Q3
Tires: sidewall
Risk. Rapid air loss can increase the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2020 Q2
Disc: caliper
Risk. Loose brake caliper mounting bolts can reduce brake effectiveness, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2019 Q4
Steering
Risk. A loss of connection between the steering wheel and front wheels can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2019 Q4
Disc: caliper
Risk. If the brake caliper mounting bolts loosen, braking performance may be reduced, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2019 Q3
Disc: caliper
Risk. Reduced braking effectiveness can increase the risk of a crash.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Freightliner.
Best & worst years
2019 vs. every other Business Class M2 year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the Business Class M2 median. How we score
'00'01'02'03'04'05'06'07'08'09'10'11'12'13'14'15'16'17'18'19'20'21'22'23'24'25'26'27
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
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