2001 Freightliner Business Class M2 recalls and problems
The 2001 Freightliner Business Class M2 has 2 safety recalls. Recall repairs are free at any Freightliner dealer.
Recalls may cover only some 2001 Freightliner Business Class M2 vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.
2001 Freightliner Business Class M2 recalls
Recall 08V-137: Power Train
Problem: Daimler trucks is recalling 28,764 my 2001 through 2008 fccc b2 and fs65 school bus chassis, fccc fb65 conventional buses, and sterling acterra, freightliner fln, and business class m2 heavy trucks, built from january 26, 2000, through march 24, 2008, manufactured with arvinmeritor or axle alliance company 6,000 through 8,000 pound front axles utilizing a four piece spindle-nut set. These axle assemblies may have been produced with a thin spindle nut which may lead to incorrect end play, cone spin, excessive heat, degradation of lubrication, wear of the spindle nut and bearing journal, oil contamination with metal shavings, and premature bearing failure.
Risk: Continued operation may lead to wheel separation and possibly a vehicle crash.
Fix: Daimler trucks will notify owners and will repair the vehicles free of charge. The recall began on january 8, 2009. Owners may contact daimler trucks at 1-800-547-0712.
Recall 05V-126: Engine and Engine Cooling
Problem: On certain trucks and fire trucks equipped with kys 4735-43782-02 engine cooling fans and built on caterpillar 3126, c7, mbe906, mbe926, or cummins isc engines, the steel fan insert on the cooling fans can crack.
Risk: This can result in fan breakage, resulting in vehicle damage or personal injury.
Fix: Dealers will replace the engine cooling fan free of charge. The recall began on june 8, 2005. Owners may contact freightliner at 1-800-547-0712.
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Frequently asked questions
Does the 2001 Freightliner Business Class M2 have any recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2001 Freightliner Business Class M2: 08V-137 (power train), 05V-126 (engine and engine cooling). 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.