2004 Freightliner Business Class M2 problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Suspension (2) · Wheels (1) · Service Brakes, Air:antilock (1)
Safety recalls (1)
Fuel System, Diesel 2011-09-16 · campaign 11V478000 · 73,500 vehicles
Defect: DAIMLER TRUCKS IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2004 THROUGH 2008 HEAVY TRUCKS MANUFACTURED FROM JULY 11, 2003, THROUGH SEPTEMBER 28, 2007, EQUIPPED WITH EPA04 MODEL MBE4000 ENGINES BUILT WITH PLASTIC LOW PRESSURE FUEL LINES AND FUEL FILTERS MOUNTED NEAR THE CENTER OF THE ENGINE ON THE LEFT-HAND SIDE. THE PLASTIC LOW PRESSURE FUEL LINE BETWEEN ENGINE MOUNTED FUEL FILTER AND ENGINE BLOCK MAY DEVELOP A SUBSTANTIAL DIESEL FUEL LEAK.
Risk: THIS COULD CREATE A ROAD HAZARD INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH. FUEL LEAKAGE, IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, COULD RESULT IN A FIRE.
Fix: DAIMLER TRUCKS WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND THE REMEDY WILL BE PERFORMED BY DETROIT DIESEL CORPORATION AUTHORIZED REPAIR FACILITIES. VEHICLES WILL BE INSPECTED AND THE PLASTIC LOW PRESSURE FUEL LINE WILL BE REPLACED WITH A STEEL LOW PRESSURE FUEL LINE. THIS SERVICE WILL BE PERFORMED FREE OF CHARGE. AN INTERIM LETTER WAS MAILED TO OWNERS ON OCTOBER 28, 2011. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON FEBRUARY 21, 2012. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DAIMLER TRUCKS AT 1-800-547-0712.
Service bulletins (32)
Technical service bulletins are repair instructions manufacturers send dealers for known issues. Unlike recalls, the fix is not automatically free — but naming the bulletin at the service desk can save diagnosis time and support goodwill repairs.
Engine And Engine Cooling 2021-02-19 · 04TS-43REV4 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
revised technical service letter for series 60 and series 50 camshaft timing specifications. camshaft timing, valve lash, injector height, and jake brake lash are all very important specifications that must be followed closely in order to optimize the performance and service life of any detroit dies
Power Train 2020-12-23 · SB35-036 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
revised freightliner service bulletin for axle flange gasket replaced with o-ring. revision removed steps instructing removal and installation of wheels. daimler trucks north america has released a new axle shaft to hub rubber o-ring (part number 11-30728-000) as a replacement for the paper gasket
Engine And Engine Cooling 2020-12-03 · Techtalk7941 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
tech talk discussion on mbe 900 metal in main filter housing.
Equipment 2020-10-27 · SB54-278 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
updated freightliner service bulletin for powernet troubleshooting guide - batteries, path, alternator, and starter. this bulletin replaces the version dated 5/31/2017. information is added about the bct-460dtna powernet assessment tool. when troubleshooting powernet issues, use the bct-460dtna powe
Power Train 2020-10-07 · SB35-036 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
freightliner service bulletin for axle flange gasket replaced with o-ring. daimler trucks north america has released a new axle shaft to hub rubber o-ring (part number 11-30728-000) as a replacement for the paper gasket (part number 11-14418-000). the new o-ring will provide better sealing and is re
Electrical System 2020-10-06 · TechTalk7739 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
tech talk discussion on 1939 voltages.
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What owners report
2016-10-01 · Service Brakes · 133,000 mi · 🔥 fire“just bought this truck from hubbard trailers, in arizona, with a receipt from having both rear brakes redone. drove it home then took it to the local fl dealership (nampa, id) to get an official inspection. on inspection the abs and brake lights were on. work was done, and i was told everything was fine on the truck re:brakes. i drove it home, abo…”
2013-05-09 · Engine · 190,000 mi“m2 106 model started presenting major oil leak one month ago. replaced oil pan gasket, but didn't correct problem. after mechanic verification, it turns out it is the front crankshaft oil seal. mechanic stated he has seen quite a few freight models equipped with the cat3126 with oil leak problems from the same crankshaft oil seal. *tr…”
2013-05-09 · Wheels · 98,000 mi · 💥 crash“driving at 60mph highway limit. without warning or vibration, front passenger wheel bearing broke off, sending the tire/wheel flying off the highway hill, down the access road, and smashing against a bank stone wall, after it broke through a 2nd stand alone stone wall. lucky we could stop the truck without flipping over and lucky flying wheel/tire …”
2006-10-12 · Fuel System, Diesel · 217,167 mi“dt: the contact stated while driving various speeds, the fuel line assembly burst without warning spraying diesel fuel onto the vehicle and the highway. the contact managed to park the vehicle on the side of the highway without further incident. the contact inspected the vehicle and determined the fuel lines were fractured into and needed replace…”
2006-06-07 · Suspension · 70,000 mi“2004 feightliner m2 .on tuesday nov. 1st 2005 with no warning whatsoever my right front wheel came off with lug nuts and brake drum still attached nearly lost truck but kept it steady until i could stop it .wheel bearing and spindle failure was said to be the cause. replaced whole front axle and both sides wheel bearings under warranty. keep in …”
2004-10-03 · Suspension“(1) poor engineering. (2) front axel rated capacity is inadequate for vehicle (3) freightliner speciality vehicles advised of saftey issue 06/04/04, & freightliner on 09/08/04. they have taken no action to date. *ak…”
2004-10-02 · Parking Brake:driveline:hydraulic“(1) design (2) parking brake allows vehicle to move as much as 4 inches after setting. unable to hook-up trailer without 2 people. damaged hitch. (3) freightliner claims it can not be fixed.*ak…”
2004-07-01 · Service Brakes, Air:antilock“the freightliner tractors we are now using at yellow transportation, in nationwide service, have a problem with the foot brakes. the brakes, when applied, are very slow to release. i feel this could cause a serious problem on slick surfaces. we usually pull twin trailers behind these tractors--and they are sleeper cabs, two man operation. the brake…”
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.