NHTSA Recall 13V634000: Automatic transmission (power train)
Daimler Trucks North America reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 255 vehicles. It affects 3 models including the Freightliner Business Class M2.
| NHTSA campaign | 13V634000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | FL-657 |
| Component | POWER TRAIN › AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION |
| Report received | December 16, 2013 |
| Owner notification | February 5, 2014 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA) is recalling certain model year 2009-2014 model year Freightliner Business Class M2 and Freightliner Custom Chassis MT45 and MT55 chassis manufactured August 27, 2008, through December 10, 2013 and equipped with Eaton hybrid automated transmissions. The software controlling the affected transmissions may improperly raise the vehicle's engine speed during downshifts without the driver's input.
Safety risk
The increase in engine speed may result in unintended acceleration, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
DTNA will notify owners and dealers will update the hybrid transmission software, free of charge. The recall began on February 5, 2014. Owners may contact DTNA at 1-503-745-6910. DTNA's recall number is FL-657.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 13V634000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Freightliner Business Class M2 | 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014 |
| Freightliner MT45 | 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014 |
| Freightliner MT55 | 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.