- The problem
- Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2019-2021 Freightliner 108SD, 114SD, 122SD, Columbia, Coronado, Business Class M2, and 2020 Freightliner Cascadia vehicles. The drag link taper joint may not have been tightened sufficiently and could come loose, resulting in a complete separation of the drag link from the steering arm.
- The risk
- Drag link separation can cause a complete loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
- The fix
- DTNA will inspect the drag link taper joint and repair it, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 21, 2023. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL967. This recall expands recall number 21V-689.
Vehicle safety record
2019 Freightliner M2 Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 2019 Freightliner M2 with NHTSA, most often about the engine & cooling (1). It is covered by 1 recall, the latest in February 2023 for the connection. For comparison, the 2018 has 0 and the 2020 has 0.
NHTSA data checked
AFar fewer problems than a typical M2 year, for its age
#368 most complained-about 2019 vehicle
- Complaints
- 1
- Recalls
- 1
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 2019 Freightliner M2 problems
Share of all 1 complaints. One complaint can name more than one area. Tap an area for its complaints and recalls.
2019 Freightliner M2 recalls 1
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
What owners say
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1 complaints about the 2019 Freightliner M2
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
Rocker arm failure. Detroit released repair at no cost on the DD15 and up but not on the DD5 when they have the exact same problem and design and parts as the larger engines and they know that it is a problem.
Freightliner M2: every year compared
All M2 years2019 Freightliner M2 vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 Freightliner M2 | 1 | 1 | A | |
| 2019 Freightliner Cascadia | 30 | 29 | F | Compare |
| 2019 Freightliner M2 Business Class | 8 | 3 | - | Compare |
| 2019 Freightliner Sprinter 2500 12 Passenger | 4 | 0 | - | Compare |
| 2019 Freightliner Sprinter 2500 15 Passenger | 4 | 0 | - | Compare |
| 2019 Freightliner Sprinter 2500 Cargo Van | 4 | 0 | - | 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 2019 Freightliner M2
Does the 2019 Freightliner M2 have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2019 Freightliner M2: connection (February 2023). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.
What are the most common problems with the 2019 Freightliner M2?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the engine & cooling (1).
How many complaints has the 2019 Freightliner M2 had?
1 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on November 1, 2025 and the latest on November 1, 2025. Of these, 0 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 2019 Freightliner M2 a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 89 out of 100 (grade A: far fewer problems than a typical Freightliner M2 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.
Which Freightliner M2 years have the most complaints?
2021 (8), 2009 (3), 2022 (3). See every Freightliner M2 year compared.
What should I do if my 2019 Freightliner M2 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