- The 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.
- The risk
- Insufficient low beam headlight illumination can reduce driver visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
- The 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.
Vehicle safety record
2026 Freightliner EM2 Problems, complaints & recalls
No owner complaints about the 2026 Freightliner EM2 have been filed with NHTSA. It is covered by 3 recalls, the latest in July 2026 for the headlights.
NHTSA data checked
FFar more problems than a typical EM2 year, for its age
- Complaints
- 0
- Recalls
- 3
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
2026 Freightliner EM2 recalls 3
Recall repairs are free. Your dealer fixes them whether or not you bought the car there - check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours is done. What to do
- The problem
- Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2026 Freightliner eM2, Freightliner 108SD, Freightliner 114SD, Freightliner Cascadia, 2025-2026 Freightliner Business Class M2, Western Star 47X, and Western Star 49X vehicles. A software error in the advanced signal and actuator module for the automatic emergency braking system may cause the brake lights to fail to illuminate.
- The risk
- Brake lights that fail increase the risk of a crash.
- The fix
- Dealers will update the automatic emergency braking system software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 15, 2025. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is F1018.
- The problem
- Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2020-2025 Freightliner eCascadia and 2022-2026 Freightliner eM2 trucks. The electric vehicle power distribution module (EVDM) may not be assembled properly, which can cause electrical circuits to disconnect and result in a loss of drive power.
- The risk
- A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
- The fix
- Dealers will inspect and repair or replace the EVDM as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 20, 2025. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is F1017.
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Freightliner EM2: every year compared
All EM2 years2026 Freightliner EM2 vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Freightliner EM2 | 0 | 3 | F | |
| 2026 Freightliner Cascadia | 3 | 3 | D | Compare |
| 2026 Freightliner Business Class M2 | 1 | 6 | F | Compare |
More sales usually means more complaints, so compare similar vehicles of the same year. The grade compares each vehicle with its own model's other years.
Questions about the 2026 Freightliner EM2
Does the 2026 Freightliner EM2 have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2026 Freightliner EM2: headlights (July 2026); brake lights (March 2025); power distribution module / ipdm (March 2025). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.
How many complaints has the 2026 Freightliner EM2 had?
None have been filed with NHTSA so far.
Is the 2026 Freightliner EM2 a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 9 out of 100 (grade F: far more problems than a typical Freightliner EM2 year, for its age). The index weighs complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and recalls against how long the vehicle has been on the road, compared with the same model's other years. It is not a measure of every repair - read the complaints and owner experiences, and have any used vehicle inspected before you buy.
What should I do if my 2026 Freightliner EM2 has a problem?
If it is a safety problem, stop driving it if it is unsafe and contact your dealer. Report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem - enough reports start investigations and recalls - and share your experience here so other owners know what to look for.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked . Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data