2022 FREIGHTLINER BUSINESS CLASS M2 Complaints and Recall Information
The 2022 FREIGHTLINER BUSINESS CLASS M2 has 0 complaints and 27 recalls filed with NHTSA. Owners most frequently report issues related to steering components, brake light functioning, and tire compatibility as reflected in various recalls.
There are 27 recalls for this vehicle, affecting systems including steering, braking, tires, and electronic stability control. These recalls address defects that could impact vehicle control and safety, with free repairs or replacements provided by manufacturers.
Recalls- Steering shaft defect. (NHTSA Recall 25V504000) 176 vehicles may have intermediate steering shaft weld cracks causing detachment from the steering column. Detachment can result in loss of steering and increase crash risk. Fontaine Modification will replace the shaft at no cost. Notification expected August 2025.
- Brake light malfunction. (NHTSA Recall 24V668000) 16,890 vehicles may have brake lights that fail to illuminate during automatic emergency braking (ABA), reducing signals to other drivers. Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA) will update ABA software for free. Owner notices sent October 2024.
- Electronic stability control issue. (NHTSA Recall 23V299000) 266 vehicles combine ESC system and tires that may cause understeer in J-turns, failing federal safety standards. DTNA will replace tires free of charge. Owners notified June 2023.
- Brake drum cracking. (NHTSA Recall 22V118000) 11 vehicles had brake drums that could crack due to hub contact, risking brake failure. All affected vehicles have been repaired with no owner notices required.
- Tire to rim incompatibility. (NHTSA Recall 22V919000) 49 vehicles have tires incompatible with 8.25-inch rims, which may reduce tire performance and increase crash risk. Dealers will replace tires at no charge. Owners notified June 2023.
- Steering tie rod bolt fracture. (NHTSA Recall 21V256000) 12,470 vehicles have steering arm and tie rod bolts with defective seams that may fracture causing steering loss. DTNA will replace bolts free of charge. Owners notified starting June 2021.
- Loose tie rod clamps. (NHTSA Recall 21V369000) 8,482 vehicles have loose tie rod clamps that could lead to tie rod detachment and steering loss. Dealers will replace bolts and nuts at no cost. Notifications sent December 2021.
Owners dealing with repeated repairs or unresolved safety recalls should consider consulting their state’s lemon law protections. These laws may provide rights for vehicles with persistent defects or safety concerns.
2022 FREIGHTLINER BUSINESS CLASS M2 Summary
2022
Model Year
0
Total Complaints
7
Total Recalls
38344
Vehicles Affected
Recalls
2022 FREIGHTLINER BUSINESS CLASS M2
176 vehicles affected
STEERING
Fontaine Modification Company (Fontaine Modification) is recalling certain 2022-2024 Freightliner Business Class M2 vehicles. Welds may crack and fail, allowing the Intermediate steering shaft assembly to detach from the steering column.
Risk: A steering shaft that detaches can result in a loss of steering, increasing the risk of a crash.
2022 FREIGHTLINER BUSINESS CLASS M2
16890 vehicles affected
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Freightliner 108SD, 2022-2025 Freightliner 114SD, Freightliner Business Class M2, 2025 Freightliner eM2, 2020-2025 Western Star 49X, 2021-2025 Western Star 47X, and 2022-2025 Western Star 57X vehicles that may be upfitted with a body lighting interface controller and replacement brake lights. The brake lights may not illuminate when the brakes are automatically applied during an active brake assist (ABA) event.
Risk: Brake lights that fail to illuminate can fail to indicate to other drivers that the vehicle is slowing down, increasing the risk of a crash.
2022 FREIGHTLINER BUSINESS CLASS M2
266 vehicles affected
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain short wheelbase 2020-2024 Freightliner Cascadia, 2021-2024 Freightliner M2 Business Class, 2022 Western Star 4700, and 2020 Freightliner Classic Cascadia vehicles. The vehicle is equipped with an electronic stability control system and tire combination that may understeer during a J-turn. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 136, "Electronic Stability Control Systems on Heavy Vehicles."
Risk: Understeering during a J-turn may increase the risk of a crash.
2022 FREIGHTLINER BUSINESS CLASS M2
49 vehicles affected
WHEELS:RIM
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Freightliner 114SD, 2023 Freightliner 122SD, 2020 Western Star 4700, 2019-2022 Western Star 4900, 2019-2023 Freightliner Business Class M2, and 2021 Freightliner Cascadia vehicles. The vehicles are equipped with tires that are not compatible with their 8.25-inch rims. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 120, "Wheels and Rims-Other Than Passenger Cars."
Risk: Driving with tires that are not compatible with their rims can reduce tire performance, increasing the risk of a crash.
2022 FREIGHTLINER BUSINESS CLASS M2
11 vehicles affected
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:DRUM
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Freightliner M2 vehicles. The brake drum may contact the hub assembly, causing the brake drum to crack.
Risk: A cracked brake drum can cause a loss of brake function and increase the risk of a crash.
2022 FREIGHTLINER BUSINESS CLASS M2
8482 vehicles affected
STEERING:LINKAGES:TIE ROD ASSEMBLY
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Freightliner 114SD, 122SD, Business Class M2, Cascadia, 108SD, Western Star 4900, 4700, 5700, Custom Chass RV Chassis, Custom Chass S2 Chassis, Custom Chass XC Chassis, Custom Chass XB Chassis, and Custom Chass MT Chassis. The tie rod clamps may be loose, which could result in loose tie rod ends that could break or detach.
Risk: Detached or broken tie rod ends can result in steering loss, increasing the risk of a crash.
2022 FREIGHTLINER BUSINESS CLASS M2
12470 vehicles affected
STEERING:CRITICAL FASTENERS
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Freightliner Cascadia, Business Class M2, 114SD, 108SD, 122SD, Custom Chass S2 Chassis, Custom Chass XB Chassis, Custom Chass XC Chassis, and Custom Chass MT Chassis Western Star 4700, 4900, 5700 vehicles. The steering arm and tie rod bolts may have a defective seam that can fracture.
Risk: A fractured bolt may cause a loss of steering, increasing the risk of a crash.
Complaints
No complaints found.