NHTSA Recall 23V537000: Driveshaft (power train)
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 205 vehicles. It affects 2023 Freightliner M2.
| NHTSA campaign | 23V537000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | FL980 |
| Component | POWER TRAIN › DRIVELINE › DRIVESHAFT |
| Report received | August 1, 2023 |
| Owner notification | November 30, 2023 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2023 Freightliner M2 vehicles. The driveshafts can break under certain loading conditions.
Safety risk
A broken driveshaft can separate and cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the driveshafts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 30, 2023. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL980.
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.nhtsa.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 23V537000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Freightliner M2 | 2023 |
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.