The Recall Desk
HighNHTSA·19V810000·Announced 2019-11-13

Freightliner M2 Recall: Software Error Causes Unexpected Movement

Daimler Trucks is recalling 2019 Freightliner Business Class M2 electric vehicles because a software error may cause unexpected movement, increasing crash risk.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a risk-of-harm product (unexpected vehicle movement increasing crash risk) where no specific injuries or fatalities have been reported in the source text, fitting the 'High' severity criteria.

Plain-English summary

Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2019 Freightliner Business Class M2 vehicles equipped with a specific PowerDrive EV electric drivetrain. The recall addresses a software error in the Vehicle Control Unit (VCU) that may activate the anti-roll back feature during slow-moving or stop-and-go conditions. This malfunction can cause unexpected vehicle movement.

The unexpected movement associated with this defect can increase the risk of a crash. The recall began on November 25, 2019. Owners are advised to contact Cummins customer service at 1-800-286-6467 or DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712 for more information. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-838.

To correct the issue, Cummins dealers will update the VCU software free of charge. Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153) or visit www.safercar.gov.

The recalled product

Product
FREIGHTLINER BUSINESS CLASS M2
Brand
FREIGHTLINER
Manufacturer
Daimler Trucks North America LLC
Category
Vehicle — Electric Commercial Truck
Hazard
Affected units
5

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Model numbers (1)

  • BUSINESS CLASS M2

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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