2003 Freightliner Business Class M2

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2003 Freightliner Business Class M2
RENDERED 2026-08-02T09:28:03.421Z

Only 1 complaint on file — too few for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

Only 1 complaint on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

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COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Freightliner Business Class M2 Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2003 highlighted. 2000: 0 complaints 2000 2001: 0 complaints 2002: 0 complaints 2003: 1 complaints 2003 2004: 8 complaints 2004 2005: 7 complaints 2006: 8 complaints 2007: 4 complaints 2008: 1 complaints 2008 2009: 2 complaints 2010: 0 complaints 2011: 0 complaints 2012: 4 complaints 2012 2013: 0 complaints 2014: 0 complaints 2015: 4 complaints 2016: 1 complaints 2016 2017: 1 complaints 2018: 0 complaints 2019: 0 complaints 2020: 8 complaints 2020 2021: 2 complaints 2022: 1 complaints 2023: 1 complaints 2024: 0 complaints 2024 2025: 1 complaints 2026: 0 complaints 2026
2003: 1 complaints
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YearComplaints
20000
20010
20020
20031
20048
20057
20068
20074
20081
20092
20100
20110
20124
20130
20140
20154
20161
20171
20180
20190
20208
20212
20221
20231
20240
20251
20260

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 1 complaint on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

POWER TRAIN

1 of 1 total report mentions: power train.

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HAD TO REPLACE THE SEAL ON THE AXLE TWICE IN 6 MONTHS. WHILE DRIVING ON THE FREEWAY THE ENTIRE RIGHT WHEEL BROKE OFF AND RAN OFF THE ROAD CAUSING AN ACCIDENT.

NHTSA ODI report, 20100501

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20040521 — power train

ON CERTAIN TRUCKS EQUIPPED WITH MANUAL TRANSMISSION, THE TAPERED JOINT THAT ATTACHES THE SHIFTER TO THE TRANSMISSION MAY BECOME LOOSE MAKING IT DIFFICULT TO PUT THE TRANSMISSION INTO GEAR.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL RE-SECURE THE SHIFT LEVER TO THE TRANSMISSION USING THREADLOCK AND RE-TORQUING THE FASTENING BOLT. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN ON MAY 21, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT FREIGHTLINER AT 1-800-

Campaign 04V205000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20040907 — suspension

ON CERTAIN TRUCKS BUILT WITH 8,000 OR 6,000 POUND FRONT AXLES AND FOUR-PIECE SPINDLE NUT SETS, PREMATURE FRONT ,WHEEL BEARING WEAR MAY BE CAUSED BY INCONSISTENT BEARING ENDPLAY ADJUSTMENT.

Remedy: THE DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FRONT AXLE OIL SEALS AND HUB CAP GASKETS ON BOTH SIDES. THE RECALL BEGAN SEPTEMBER 7, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT FREIGHTLINER AT 1-800-547-0712.

Campaign 04V272000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20050608 — engine and engine cooling

ON CERTAIN TRUCKS AND FIRE TRUCKS EQUIPPED WITH KYS 4735-43782-02 ENGINE COOLING FANS AND BUILT ON CATERPILLAR 3126, C7, MBE906, MBE926, OR CUMMINS ISC ENGINES, THE STEEL FAN INSERT ON THE COOLING FAN

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE ENGINE COOLING FAN FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JUNE 8, 2005. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FREIGHTLINER AT 1-800-547-0712.

Campaign 05V126000 — check if this car was fixed

I 20071205 — RQ (closed 20080326)

FRONT WHEEL SEPARATION

R 20080111 — service brakes, air

CERTAIN FREIGHTLINER SCHOOL BUS CHASSIS, HEAVY TRUCKS, AND THOMAS BUILT SCHOOL BUSES MANUFACTURED BETWEEN JULY 2002 AND JULY 3, 2007, EQUIPPED WITH BENDIX SR-7 SPRING BRAKE CONTROL VALVES. THE PARKER

Remedy: FREIGHTLINER WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPAIR THE VEHICLES FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JANUARY 11, 2008 TO FREIGHTLINER, STERLING, AND FREIGHTLINER CUSTOM CHASSIS OWNERS; TO THOMAS BUILT BUS OWN

Campaign 07V302000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20090108 — power train

DAIMLER TRUCKS IS RECALLING 28,764 MY 2001 THROUGH 2008 FCCC B2 AND FS65 SCHOOL BUS CHASSIS, FCCC FB65 CONVENTIONAL BUSES, AND STERLING ACTERRA, FREIGHTLINER FLN, AND BUSINESS CLASS M2 HEAVY TRUCKS, B

Remedy: DAIMLER TRUCKS WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND WILL REPAIR THE VEHICLES FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JANUARY 8, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DAIMLER TRUCKS AT 1-800-547-0712.

Campaign 08V137000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2003 Freightliner Business Class M2 — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for power train issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 04V205000 (power train) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 04V272000 (suspension) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 05V126000 (engine and engine cooling) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 07V302000 (service brakes, air) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 08V137000 (power train) has been completed.

FAQ

Is the 2003 Freightliner Business Class M2 reliable?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.

What are the most common problems with the 2003 Freightliner Business Class M2?

The most-reported component is power train:axle assembly, accounting for 100% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2003 Freightliner Business Class M2 have?

5 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.