Automatic transmission: cooling unit and linesRecall 21V-067 · 2014–2019 Freightliner Business Class M2

Daimler Trucks North America, LLC recall 21V-067 covers 15,835 2014–2019 Freightliner Business Class M2 for a automatic transmission: cooling unit and lines problem, reported to NHTSA on February 11, 2021. The manufacturer's latest report (2023 Q1) shows 46% of affected vehicles repaired.

46%
Vehicles repaired7,229 of 15,835 · 2023 Q1
Vehicles affected15,8351 model
ReportedFeb 11, 2021Owners notified Apr 9, 2021
Complaints since0Same system, after the recall

Source: NHTSA recall 21V067000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.

What's wrong

The problem

Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2014-2019 Freightliner Business Class M2 vehicles. The retaining clip that connects the transmission oil cooler line to the in-tank oil cooler may fail, possibly resulting in a transmission fluid leak.

The 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.

What to do

The fix

DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the retaining clip with a collar and clamp connection, free of charge. The recall began on April 9, 2021. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-874.

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Repair progress

How fast cars are being fixed

46%repaired

Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA.

0%50%100%2021 Q22023 Q1
1 model

Vehicles in this recall