repaired · 2023 Q1
Supply: reservoir/tank
Risk. An insufficient air reservoir volume may reduce brake effectiveness, increasing the risk of crash.
2014 Freightliner M2Problems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 1 owner complaint about the 2014 Freightliner M2, most often about the vehicle speed control. It is covered by 11 safety recalls, and for recall 15V-112 the manufacturer reports only 5% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through May 14, 2019. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2014 Freightliner M2 has problems
1 complaint grouped by the system owners reported.
1Vehicle speed control1 crash/fire/injury
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Vehicle speed control | 1 | 1 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
11 recalls
2014 Freightliner 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 · 2019 Q3
Equipment
Risk. A reduction in water pressure may hinder fire fighting efforts, increasing the risk of injury.
repaired · 2019 Q2
Equipment
Risk. A reduction in water pressure may hinder fire fighting efforts, increasing the risk of injury.
repaired · 2017 Q1
Steering: linkages
Risk. A momentary loss of steering or steering lock up increases the risk of a crash.
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no report yet
Engine and engine cooling: engine
Risk. If engine oil comes into contact with a hot surface, there is an increased risk of a fire.
repaired · 2016 Q3
Brake lights: switch
Risk. 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…
repaired · 2015 Q1
Equipment adaptive/mobility
Risk. If the platform side plates crack, the lift platform can separate from the lift and come to rest against the vehicle's lift door.
repaired · 2016 Q2
Conventional: air
Risk. If the parking brake applies without warning while driving and without activating the brake lights, there is an increased risk of a crash.
repaired · 2016 Q1
Exhaust system: manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe
Risk. 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.
repaired · 2015 Q3
Seat belts
Risk. 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…
no report yet
Engine and engine cooling: engine
Risk. 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…
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
2014 vs. every other 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 M2 median. How we score
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- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
1 investigation
NHTSA defect investigations
Federal investigations that included the 2014 Freightliner M2, and the recalls they led to.
- CNG Fuel System IntegrityNo recall
In owners' words
What M2 owners report
Recent vehicle speed control complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
I HAVE TWO 'GRIPES' ABOUT CRUISE CONTROL: 1. THE LACK OF A 'CRASH SWITCH' TO DUMP THE CRUISE CONTROL AGGRAVATED AN ACCIDENT I RECENTLY HAD IN A TRUCK. I REMEMBER YEARS AGO INSTALLING CC IN A CAR, AND THERE WAS A MERCURY SWITCH TO DUMP THE CRUISE CONTROL IF THE CAR WERE IN AN ACCIDENT. OCCASIONALLY,…
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