AI Damage2023 Freightliner EM2: common problems
The maker issued 19 service bulletins for this year. Details by component below, with sources.
Key figures
- Technical service bulletins (TSB)
- 19
Components owners complain about
| Component | Owner complaints | involving a crash | Technical service bulletins (TSB) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 0 | 0 | 5 |
| Service brakes | 0 | 0 | 5 |
| Electrical system | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| Seats | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Steering | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Other | 0 | 0 | 3 |
Comparison
What to check before buying
- Engine. Cold start, unusual noises, oil leaks and engine codes.
- Service brakes. Pedal feel, ABS operation, leaks, discs and hoses.
- Electrical system. Scan all modules, test the battery and alternator, inspect connectors near the impact zone.
- Seats. Occupant sensor, power adjustment, seat mounts.
Manufacturer service bulletins
Bulletin titles as filed with NHTSA.
- Revised Technical Service Bulletin for Air Compressor Discharge Line Blocked by Ice in Cold Weather
- Revised Technical Service Bulletin for Air Compressor Discharge Line Blocked by Icein Cold Weather
The description of the SRT 3S8–5000D has been updated.
- Technical Service Bulletin for oil separator upgrade for Bendix electric compressors
- Parts Bulletin for Tie Rod Assembly Part Breakdown
- Technical Service Bulletin for Fault Codes With Insignificant Value
- Features and Benefits for Detroit Connect UpfrontService Extension
- Features and Benefits for Detroit Connect Base Service Renewal
- Service Solution for ICC5 Erroneous Electric Power Steering Warning Message
- CX Advocate for Air Compressor Discharge Line Blocked by Ice in Cold Weather (TSB-13-007-FTL)
- CX Advocate for repairing seat occupancy sensor (TSB 91-016-FTL)
- Technical Service Bulletin for Air Compressor Discharge Line Blocked by Ice in Cold Weather
- Technical Service Bulletin for Repairing Seat Occupancy Sensor for ISRI, SEARS and National Truck Seats
NHTSA lists 19 bulletins for this year; the 12 newest are shown here.
Other years of this model
Questions and answers
What are the most common problems with the 2023 Freightliner EM2?
There are no owner complaints in the NHTSA data for this year; the data comes from 19 manufacturer service bulletins.
How many service bulletins (TSB) were issued for the 2023 Freightliner EM2?
NHTSA lists 19 manufacturer service bulletins for this year. A bulletin tells dealers how to diagnose or fix a known issue; it is not a recall.
Should I buy a 2023 Freightliner EM2 from a US auction?
Owner complaints describe defects, not crash damage. Before bidding, check the components listed above and review the lot photos: VinWind builds a report of visible and hidden damage by VIN.
Other 2023 models
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Sources: public NHTSA data (USA): service bulletins and owner complaints; YouTube: links to videos credited to their authors. Complaints are owner statements not verified by NHTSA, and describe defects rather than crash damage. Data updated 2026-11-04.