Parking brake may apply unintentionally
Defect Summary
Daimler trucks north america llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2013-2015 freightliner m2 trucks manufactured december 10, 2012, to october 28, 2014, and equipped with the auto-apply brake feature. in the affected vehicles, the parking brake may apply unintentionally.
Safety Consequence
If the parking brake applies without warning while driving and without activating the brake lights, there is an increased risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dtna will notify owners, and dealers will remedy the vehicles, free of charge. dtna issued an interim notification letter to owners on december 26, 2014. The recall began on february 18, 2015. Owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-745-8000. dtna's number for this recall is fl-672.
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FAQ: Recall 14V681000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 14V681000?
NHTSA recall 14V681000 was issued by Daimler Trucks North America, Llc on October 29, 2014. It addresses: Parking brake may apply unintentionally. The recall affects approximately 4,353 vehicles, with the defect involving the Parking Brake component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Daimler Trucks North America, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 14V681000 or the manufacturer campaign number FL-672. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.