Recall 15V220 affects 3,571 2006-2015 Freightliner M2 trucks whose brake lights fail below 6 psi. Repair is free at any franchised Freightliner dealer.
Freightliner recall 15V220 covers 3,571 2006-2015 M2 trucks with dual steering because the brake lights can fail to illuminate when the primary brake air supply drops below 6 psi. That leaves following drivers without a brake signal during secondary-air braking, raising crash risk; Freightliner dealers will complete the free repair.
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What's wrong?
The air brake system on 2006-2015 Freightliner M2 trucks uses compressed air to apply the brakes. A brake light switch reads the brake application signal and turns on the stop lamps, so traffic behind the truck can see that the driver is slowing or stopping.
On trucks converted to dual steering, the air piping change removed the brake light signal from the secondary air supply system. If the primary brake air supply is depleted below 6 psi, the stop lamps do not illuminate during a brake application. The problem is in the modified air signal path, not in the bulbs themselves.
Before the stop lamp issue appears, the truck gives an air-system warning. When pressure in the primary air system drops below 60 psi, an audible buzzer sounds and the "Brake Air" light in the instrument cluster turns on.
Who's affected?
The affected M2 trucks span 10 model years and involve both the brake light switch and air brake system.
| 2009 Freightliner M2 | Switch |
|---|---|
| 2009 Freightliner M2 | brake system |
| 2010 Freightliner M2 | Switch |
| 2010 Freightliner M2 | brake system |
| 2008 Freightliner M2 | Switch |
| 2008 Freightliner M2 | brake system |
| 2007 Freightliner M2 | Switch |
| 2007 Freightliner M2 | brake system |
| 2006 Freightliner M2 | Switch |
| 2006 Freightliner M2 | brake system |
| 2012 Freightliner M2 | Switch |
| 2012 Freightliner M2 | brake system |
| 2013 Freightliner M2 | Switch |
| 2013 Freightliner M2 | brake system |
| 2014 Freightliner M2 | Switch |
| 2014 Freightliner M2 | brake system |
| 2015 Freightliner M2 | Switch |
| 2015 Freightliner M2 | brake system |
| 2011 Freightliner M2 | Switch |
| 2011 Freightliner M2 | brake system |
| Units affected | 3,571 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents 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?
If the primary brake air system fails and the truck relies on the secondary air system, the brake lights can fail to illuminate when the brakes are applied, increasing crash risk. A buzzer and "Brake Air" light warn when primary air pressure drops below 60 psi. Schedule the repair soon. Repair is free at any franchised Freightliner dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2006-2015 Freightliner M2 is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Freightliner dealer to schedule the free brake-light repair kit installation that fixes the brake-lamp failure when the primary brake air supply is depleted.
- Bring the recall notice if you have it. If not, reference recall number 15V220 when you call.
- Drive with extra following distance until the repair is complete, since traffic behind the truck loses a key brake-light warning if the truck is braking on the secondary air system.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Freightliner technician installs the repair kit specified for the dual steering brake light issue. The kit is intended to correct the condition that keeps the brake lights from illuminating when the primary brake air supply drops too low. The recall repair is free, and parts and labor are covered. Ask the service desk to confirm the kit is installed before the truck returns to service.
Timeline
| April 14, 2015 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| May 11, 2015 | Dealer notification began |
| May 15, 2015 | Dealer notification ended |
| May 18, 2015 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| May 18, 2015 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| June 12, 2015 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 15V220?
Recall 15V220 covers 3,571 2006-2015 Freightliner M2 trucks modified with dual steering. If the primary brake air supply drops below 6 psi and the truck relies on the secondary air system, the brake lights will not illuminate when the brakes are applied, increasing crash risk.
What should I do if my 2006-2015 Freightliner M2 is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific truck is included in recall 15V220. If it is, contact a franchised Freightliner dealer or Fontaine customer service at 1-800-366-8246 to arrange the brake-light repair kit installation. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the safety defect at no cost, and the recall remedy says dealers will install the repair kit free of charge. Reference recall 15V220 when you contact the dealer or Fontaine customer service.
Is it safe to drive my Freightliner M2 before the repair?
Recall 15V220 does not include a do-not-drive order. The risk is specific: if the primary brake air system fails and the truck depends on the secondary air system, the brake lights will not illuminate during braking. Schedule the free repair promptly.
What if I bought this Freightliner M2 used?
The free recall repair still applies. Federal recall law follows the vehicle, not the original owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific M2 is included, then reference recall 15V220 when you call a franchised Freightliner dealer or Fontaine customer service.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/15V220000 |
|---|---|
| Freightliner customer service | 1-800-366-8246 |
| NHTSA recall # | 15V220 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 15V220000 |
Source documents
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 →