Recall 23V737 covers 19 2024 Freightliner M2 and 114SD vehicles for rear engine lifting bracket fasteners. Repair is free at Cummins dealers.
Freightliner is recalling 19 2024 M2 and 114SD vehicles with Cummins L9N engines because the rear lifting bracket on the engine cylinder head is insufficiently secured and can detach. If that bracket comes loose while the engine is being lifted, the engine can fall or swing and increase injury risk; Freightliner dealers will complete the recall repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The rear lifting bracket on the Cummins L9N engine in some 2024 Freightliner M2 and 114SD trucks is a metal attachment point fastened to the engine cylinder head. It gives technicians a secure place to lift or support the engine during service. For that bracket to hold, its flanged studs have to clamp the bracket tightly against the cylinder head.
On affected engines, the studs used for the rear lifting bracket were longer than the drawing required. Because they are too long, the studs can bottom out inside the threaded holes in the cylinder head before they fully clamp the bracket. That leaves the bracket insufficiently secured, so it can loosen and detach from the engine.
There is no warning sign before failure. Owners should not expect a light, sound, or change in how the truck drives before the bracket comes loose.
Who's affected?
Covers the M2 and 114SD using the same Cummins L9N engine configuration named in this recall.
| 2024 Freightliner M2 | Engine |
|---|---|
| 2024 Freightliner 114SD | Engine |
| Units affected | 19 |
| 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 rear lifting bracket detaches while the engine is being lifted, the engine can fall or swing and injure someone nearby. This risk is tied to service work that lifts the engine, not normal driving. There is no warning sign listed before detachment. Repair is free at any franchised Freightliner dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2024 Freightliner M2 or 114SD is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Freightliner dealer to schedule the free rear lifting bracket flanged-stud inspection and replacement.
- Bring the owner letter if you have it. If not, reference recall number 23V737 (Freightliner recall FL983) when you call.
- Avoid having the engine lifted until the bracket has been inspected and repaired.
- Call Freightliner customer service at 1-800-547-0712 if you need help finding the repair location.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Freightliner technician inspects the flanged stud in the rear lifting bracket where it attaches near the engine cylinder head. If the stud is not properly secured or needs replacement, the technician replaces it. Parts and labor are covered under the recall. Cummins says reimbursement details for repairs paid before the owner letter are included in the owner notification letter. Keep any related repair paperwork and follow the letter's claim instructions, or ask the service desk to help identify the correct reimbursement path.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| November 2, 2023 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| November 17, 2023 | Dealer notification began |
| November 17, 2023 | Dealer notification ended |
| December 8, 2023 | Owner notification mailed |
| December 15, 2023 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| December 15, 2023 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 23V737?
Recall 23V737 covers 19 2024 Freightliner M2 and 114SD vehicles with Cummins L9N engines. The rear lifting bracket on the engine cylinder head is not secured enough, allowing it to detach when the engine is lifted. Cummins dealers will inspect and replace the flanged stud for free.
What should I do if my 2024 Freightliner M2 or 114SD is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 23V737. If it is, contact Freightliner customer service at 1-800-547-0712 or your Freightliner service desk for scheduling with a Cummins dealer. Reference recall FL983 when you call. The repair is free.
Does the recall repair cost anything?
No. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to provide the recall repair at no cost. For recall 23V737, Cummins dealers will inspect the rear lifting bracket and replace the flanged stud as needed free of charge.
What is the safety risk?
The risk is tied to engine lifting work, not normal driving. If the rear lifting bracket detaches while the engine is being lifted, the engine can fall or swing and increase the risk of injury. The free repair corrects the bracket hardware before that service hazard occurs.
When were owners notified about recall 23V737?
Owner notification letters were mailed December 8, 2023. If you bought the Freightliner M2 or 114SD used, or never received a letter, check your VIN to confirm whether your vehicle is included and give recall FL983 to the service desk.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/23V737000 |
|---|---|
| Freightliner customer service | 1-800-547-0712 |
| NHTSA recall # | 23V737 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 23V737000 |
Source documents
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Download Quarterly Report (PDF) - Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (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 →