The worst 2000 Freightliner Business Class M2 problems
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Recalls 1
Trailer hitches: fifth wheel assembly
- What is wrong
- On certain truck tractors equipped with jost international jsk 37u series fifth wheels, a fatigue crack can develop in the bracket pin weld under certain loading conditions.
- Risk
- If left undetected or corrected it could lead to the separation of the fifth wheel top plate from its mounting structure, possibly resulting in a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the bracket pins and repair instructions free of charge. Owner notification began november 12, 2003. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact jost international at 616‑846‑7700 or by email to [email protected] or freightliner at 1‑800‑547‑0712.
Recall number 03V227000 · Recall details
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Technical service bulletins for the 2000 Freightliner Business Class M2 57
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- Revised Technical Service Letter for Series 60 and Series 50 Camshaft Timing Specifications
- Freightliner Service Bulletin for Axle Flange Gasket Replaced with O-Ring
- Warranty Information Letter sent to customers regarding new refrigerator supplier for returning parts.
- Warranty Information Letter
- Steering Intermediate Shaft Replacement
- DiagnosticLink support programming of both chassis and powertrain ECUs
- Ss 1034220 ssi
- Sb54311 ICU Odometer Programming
- Sb54308 Chassis ECU Programming
- Fp00024 Cable-Tie Reference
See all 57 bulletins for the 2000 Freightliner Business Class M2
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Questions about the 2000 Freightliner Business Class M2
Is the 2000 Freightliner Business Class M2 reliable?
Owners have filed 0 complaints about the 2000 Freightliner Business Class M2.
What is the most common problem with the 2000 Freightliner Business Class M2?
There are not enough complaints to tell.
How many recalls does the 2000 Freightliner Business Class M2 have?
1 recall, covering trailer hitches.
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