2027 Freightliner Business Class M2 recalls and problems
The 2027 Freightliner Business Class M2 has 3 safety recalls. Recall repairs are free at any Freightliner dealer.
Recalls may cover only some 2027 Freightliner Business Class M2 vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.
2027 Freightliner Business Class M2 recalls
Recall 26V-737: Power Train
Problem: Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2027 Western Star 49X, Western Star 47X, Freightliner Cascadia Fifth Gen, Freightliner Cascadia, Freightliner 114SD, Freightliner Business Class M2, and Freightliner 108SD vehicles equipped with certain Cummins drivelines. The driveline may be missing a snap ring in the slip yoke assembly, possibly causing the driveline to separate from the vehicle.
Risk: Driveline separation can cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash. Detached components can become a road hazard for other vehicles, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Cummins will inspect and replace the driveline as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed January 5, 2027. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712 or Cummins customer service at 1-800-286-6467. DTNA's number for this recall is F1046.
Recall 26V-635: Structure
Problem: Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA) is recalling certain 2025-2027 Freightliner Business Class M2 vehicles. The underbody insulation may contact hot exhaust components.
Risk: Insulation that comes into contact with hot exhaust components increases the risk of a fire.
Fix: The remedy is currently under development. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed November 30, 2026. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is F1041.
Recall 26V-475: Exterior Lighting
Problem: Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2026-2027 Freightliner EM2, Freightliner Custom Chassis S2RV, Freightliner Custom Chassis S2C, and Freightliner Business Class M2 vehicles. A software error may cause the low beam headlights to illuminate improperly.
Risk: Insufficient low beam headlight illumination can reduce driver visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will update the headlight software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 18, 2026. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is F1036.
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Frequently asked questions
Does the 2027 Freightliner Business Class M2 have any recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2027 Freightliner Business Class M2: 26V-737 (power train), 26V-635 (structure), 26V-475 (exterior lighting). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Are Freightliner recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Freightliner dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.