Freightliner recall 26V-635: Insulation May Catch Fire
Insulation that comes into contact with hot exhaust components increases the risk of a fire.
Campaign facts
- NHTSA campaign
- 26V635000 (26V-635)
- Manufacturer number
- F1041
- Filed by
- Daimler Trucks North America, LLC
- Report received
- October 1, 2026
- Component
- Structure:body
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 24
- Model years
- 2025–2027
- Built between
- November 25, 2024 and July 17, 2026
- Recall initiated by
- The manufacturer
What is wrong
Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA) is recalling certain 2025-2027 Freightliner Business Class M2 vehicles. The underbody insulation may contact hot exhaust components.
The risk
Insulation that comes into contact with hot exhaust components increases the risk of a fire.
Why structural defects matter: A structural defect can let a part detach, reduce crash protection or allow corrosion to weaken the frame.
The remedy
The remedy is currently under development. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed November 30, 2026. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is F1041.
About the body and structure
The vehicle structure carries loads and protects occupants; welds, frames, hood latches and body mounts all belong to it.
Vehicles covered by campaign 26V-635
- Freightliner Business Class M2 202720262025
What to do
- Enter your VIN in NHTSA’s lookup (below) to confirm that your vehicle is included and that the repair has not already been done.
- Call a dealer for the brand and book the repair. Quote NHTSA campaign 26V-635 and the manufacturer’s number F1041.
- Look for visible corrosion, cracks or loose panels, and point them out to the dealer.
- Safety recall repairs are carried out free of charge by the manufacturer’s dealers. If you already paid for this repair yourself, ask the manufacturer about reimbursement and keep your receipt.
Check by VIN
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Is a recall still open on your vehicle? Only NHTSA’s official VIN check can say whether a campaign applies to your exact vehicle and whether the repair has already been done.
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The official record
This page reproduces the campaign as filed with NHTSA. The NHTSA record is authoritative — if anything here differs, follow the agency.
Open campaign 26V-635 on NHTSA.gov