2027 Freightliner Business Class M2 Problems: 0 Complaints, 3 Recalls

The worst 2027 Freightliner Business Class M2 problems

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Power train: drivelineReported November 6, 2026 · 3,894 vehicles affected

What is wrong: 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.
Remedy: 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 number 26V737000 · Recall details

Structure: bodyReported October 1, 2026 · 24 vehicles affected

What is wrong: 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.
Remedy: 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 number 26V635000 · Recall details

Exterior lighting: headlightsReported July 22, 2026 · 23,276 vehicles affected

What is wrong: 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.
Remedy: 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.

Recall number 26V475000 · Recall details

Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.

Is the 2027 Freightliner Business Class M2 reliable?

Owners have filed 0 complaints about the 2027 Freightliner Business Class M2.

What is the most common problem with the 2027 Freightliner Business Class M2?

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How many recalls does the 2027 Freightliner Business Class M2 have?

3 recalls, covering power train, structure and exterior lighting.

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