Recall 14V681 affects 4,353 2013-2015 Freightliner M2 trucks because the parking brake can apply unintentionally. Repair is free at any franchised Freightliner dealer.
Freightliner is recalling 4,353 2013-2015 M2 trucks equipped with the auto-apply brake feature because the parking brake can apply unintentionally while driving. If that happens without warning and without brake lights, crash risk increases; Freightliner dealers will complete the recall repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The air parking brake system on 2013-2015 Freightliner M2 trucks uses compressed air to hold or release the parking brake. The auto-apply feature is designed to apply that brake automatically under defined conditions. A solenoid valve controls air movement in this part of the system, so the brake stays released while the truck is being driven.
On affected M2 trucks, the solenoid valve and bracket setup reacts badly to vibration from rumble strips. That vibration allows air to pass through the valve when it should stay closed. Once air moves through the wrong path, the parking brake can apply while the truck is in motion.
The warning sign is limited: the manufacturer described the warning as inadequate. The driver does not get a clear advance symptom before the parking brake applies, so any unexpected parking brake action or unusual air-brake behavior needs dealer attention.
Who's affected?
Covers the M2 across the 2013-2015 model years, with each listed year tied to the same air parking brake component.
| 2013 Freightliner M2 | Air |
|---|---|
| 2014 Freightliner M2 | Air |
| 2015 Freightliner M2 | Air |
| Units affected | 4,353 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged 1 field incident to date. |
The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific truck is included.
What's the safety risk?
The parking brake can apply without warning while the truck is moving, and the brake lights will not alert traffic behind you. That sudden braking raises the risk of a crash. Drive cautiously, leave extra following distance, and schedule the recall work soon. Repair is free at any franchised Freightliner dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2013-2015 Freightliner M2 is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Freightliner dealer to schedule the free parking-brake repair that addresses the unintended auto-apply brake issue.
- Bring the recall notice if Freightliner mailed one. If not, reference recall number 14V681 and Freightliner recall FL-672 when you call.
- Drive cautiously until the repair is complete. Leave extra following distance because the parking brake can apply without warning and without brake lights.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Freightliner technician performs DTNA's recall remedy on the auto-apply brake feature so the parking brake does not apply unintentionally. The remedy text does not give a more detailed part-by-part repair description. The recall repair is free, and parts and labor are covered under campaign 14V681. The service desk can confirm the exact repair steps tied to your VIN before work begins.
Timeline
| October 29, 2014 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| December 26, 2014 | Dealer notification began |
| December 26, 2014 | Dealer notification ended |
| December 26, 2014 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| February 18, 2015 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 14V681?
Recall 14V681 covers 4,353 2013-2015 Freightliner M2 trucks equipped with the auto-apply brake feature. The parking brake can apply unintentionally while driving, without brake lights, increasing crash risk. Freightliner dealers will remedy the vehicles free of charge.
What should I do if my 2013-2015 Freightliner M2 is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific truck is included in recall 14V681. If it is, contact a franchised Freightliner dealer to schedule the parking brake remedy. Reference recall number 14V681 and Freightliner recall number FL-672 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair recall defects at no cost, and the campaign remedy says dealers will fix the affected Freightliner M2 trucks free of charge. Parts and labor are covered at a franchised Freightliner dealer.
What is the safety risk in recall 14V681?
The risk is an unintended parking brake application while driving. If the parking brake applies without warning and without activating the brake lights, following drivers get less notice and the Freightliner M2 has an increased crash risk.
What if I bought this Freightliner M2 used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recall coverage follows the truck, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your 2013-2015 Freightliner M2 is included, then call a franchised Freightliner dealer with recall number 14V681 or FL-672.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/14V681000 |
|---|---|
| Freightliner customer service | 1-800-745-8000 |
| NHTSA recall # | 14V681 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 14V681000 |
Source documents
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Download Misc. Document (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on June 1, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →