NHTSA · Vehicle · October 1, 2026

Freightliner recall: 2025–2027 Business Class M2 – structure

Daimler Trucks North America, LLC is recalling 2025–2027 Freightliner Business Class M2 because of a fire risk – 24 vehicles (potentially affected). The recall report reached NHTSA on October 1, 2026. Distributed nationwide.

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A dealership service department
Illustration: A dealership service department – not the recalled product. Photo: Christopher Ziemnowicz, public domain, via Wikimedia Commons.
Product2025–2027 Freightliner Business Class M2
BrandFreightliner
CompanyDaimler Trucks North America, LLC
TypeVehicles
ClassificationVehicle
Report receivedOctober 1, 2026
Published by NHTSAOctober 1, 2026
Quantity24 vehicles (potentially affected)
Recall ID26V635000
1 model

Vehicles in this recall

MakeModelModel years
FreightlinerBusiness Class M22025–2027
Exactly as the agency lists them

Identifiers and details

NHTSA campaign number
26V635000
Manufacturer recall number
F1041
Component
STRUCTURE:BODY
Built
? to 2026-07-17
Recalled part
Thermal Underbody Insulation · INSUL-THERMAL,UNDERBODY,42N · 18-57906-002
Initiated by
Manufacturer

Why it was recalled

The problem: a fire risk.

NHTSA's defect summary: “Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA) is recalling certain 2025-2027 Freightliner Business Class M2 vehicles. The underbody insulation may contact hot exhaust components.”

The consequence, according to NHTSA: “Insulation that comes into contact with hot exhaust components increases the risk of a fire.”

What to do

NHTSA: “The remedy is currently under development. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed November 30, 2026. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is F1041.”

Enter your 17-character vehicle identification number (VIN) at nhtsa.gov/recalls or on the manufacturer's site to see whether your vehicle is included. Safety recall repairs are free at an authorized dealer, even if the vehicle is used or out of warranty.

Official notice: NHTSA recall 26V635000.

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FAQ

About this recall

Is Freightliner 2025–2027 Freightliner Business Class M2 recalled?

Yes. Daimler Trucks North America, LLC reported the recall to NHTSA on October 1, 2026; NHTSA published it October 1, 2026 (Vehicle). Only the vehicles listed on this page are included.

Why was it recalled?

Because of a fire risk. Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA) is recalling certain 2025-2027 Freightliner Business Class M2 vehicles. The underbody insulation may contact hot exhaust components.

What should I do if I have it?

NHTSA says: The remedy is currently under development. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed November 30, 2026. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is F1041.

Where was it sold?

Nationwide.

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Source: recall records published by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (openFDA Enforcement Reports), the USDA Food Safety and Inspection Service, the Consumer Product Safety Commission and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, collected twice a day. Product names, lot codes, dates and model numbers are shown exactly as the agency lists them; the agency's notice is the authority. 77.today is not affiliated with any of these agencies.

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