Driveline: driveshaftRecall 23V-537 · 2023 Freightliner M2
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC recall 23V-537 covers 205 2023 Freightliner M2 for a driveline: driveshaft problem, reported to NHTSA on August 1, 2023. The manufacturer's latest report (2025 Q3) shows 90% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 23V537000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2023 Freightliner M2 vehicles. The driveshafts can break under certain loading conditions.
The risk
A broken driveshaft can separate and cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will replace the driveshafts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 30, 2023. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL980.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
How fast cars are being fixed
90%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA.