Recall 22V118 covers 11 2020-2022 Freightliner Business Class M2 trucks for brake drums that can crack. Freightliner has completed the remedy.
Freightliner is recalling 11 2020-2022 Business Class M2 vehicles because the brake drum can contact the hub assembly and crack. A cracked brake drum can cause loss of brake function and raise crash risk, and Freightliner dealers will complete the recall repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The brake drum on the 2020-2022 Freightliner Business Class M2 is the heavy round braking surface at each affected wheel end. In an air drum brake, the brake shoes press against the inside of that drum, turning air pressure from the brake system into friction that slows the truck. The hub assembly supports the drum and wheel, so the fit between those parts has to leave the drum clear and centered.
On these vehicles, certain Gunite 3744AX brake drums were paired with aluminum hubs that are not compatible with that drum. The brake drum can contact the hub assembly instead of running with the intended clearance. That contact puts stress into the drum at the wheel end, and the drum can crack.
The warning sign is noise when applying or releasing the brakes. If you hear that sound, treat it as a brake concern and have a Freightliner dealer inspect the vehicle.
Who's affected?
The shared part is the Gunite 3744AX brake drum in the air-brake system.
| 2022 Freightliner Business Class M2 | brake system |
|---|---|
| 2021 Freightliner Business Class M2 | brake system |
| 2020 Freightliner Business Class M2 | brake system |
| Units affected | 11 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged 3 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?
A cracked brake drum can cause loss of brake function and increase the risk of a crash. Brake noise when applying or releasing the brakes is the warning sign to take seriously. Schedule service promptly if your VIN is included. Repair is free at any franchised Freightliner dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2020-2022 Freightliner Business Class M2 is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Freightliner dealer to confirm whether the free brake-drum repair has already been completed.
- Reference recall number 22V118 (Freightliner recall FL-920) when you call, and bring any recall notice or service record you have.
- Drive cautiously until the dealer confirms the repair is complete; leave extra following distance and avoid hard braking.
What happens at the repair
DTNA reports that the vehicles covered by this Freightliner recall have already been remedied, so owner notification letters are not necessary. The recall work is handled through Daimler Truck North America authorized service facilities. If your Business Class M2 still shows this recall as open, a Freightliner technician should confirm the completed repair record and address the brake drum and hub assembly contact condition under the recall. Parts and labor are covered. DTNA's reimbursement language does not give a clear owner action beyond the notice process, so this section does not list a separate reimbursement step.
Timeline
| March 2, 2022 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| April 29, 2022 | Owner notification mailed |
| April 30, 2022 | Dealer notification began |
| April 30, 2022 | Dealer notification ended |
| April 30, 2022 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 22V118?
Recall 22V118 covers 11 2020-2022 Freightliner Business Class M2 vehicles with air-drum brakes where the brake drum can contact the hub assembly and crack. A cracked brake drum can cause loss of brake function and increase crash risk. Freightliner says all vehicles have been remedied.
What should I do if my 2020-2022 Freightliner Business Class M2 is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific truck is included in recall 22V118. If it is, contact a franchised Freightliner dealer or DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712 and reference recall FL-920. Freightliner says the affected vehicles have already been remedied.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and Freightliner says all vehicles covered by recall 22V118 have been remedied. If your VIN still shows an open recall, ask a franchised Freightliner dealer to confirm the free remedy path.
What is the safety risk?
The risk is loss of brake function from a cracked brake drum. On the affected Freightliner Business Class M2 vehicles, the brake drum can contact the hub assembly and crack, which increases crash risk. If your VIN is included, confirm the remedy status before putting the truck back in service.
What if I bought my Freightliner Business Class M2 used?
The recall follows the truck, not the first owner. Check your VIN to see whether your specific 2020-2022 Freightliner Business Class M2 is included in recall 22V118. If it is, give the dealer recall FL-920 and ask them to confirm that the remedy is complete.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/22V118000 |
|---|---|
| Freightliner customer service | 1-800-547-0712 |
| NHTSA recall # | 22V118 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 22V118000 |
Source documents
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Download Quarterly Report (PDF) - Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Misc. Document (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 20, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →