NHTSA Recall History

Freightliner Llc Safety Recalls

Every NHTSA-recorded safety recall issued by Freightliner Llc — searchable by year, component, and severity. Data sourced daily from the U.S. Department of Transportation.

348
Total Recalls
1,551,636
Vehicles Affected
Potentially
40
Years Reported
0
Do Not Drive
Critical alerts

Freightliner Llc has issued 348 NHTSA-tracked safety recalls spanning 40 years (from 1967 to 2007), affecting an estimated 1,551,636 vehicles. The most-recalled components are Steering, Service Brakes, Air, Suspension. Repairs for active recalls are free at any authorized Freightliner Llc dealer — there is no time limit on safety recalls.

Defect Categories

Most-recalled components

The vehicle systems behind most Freightliner Llc safety recalls.

Steering 65 recalls
Service Brakes, Air 36 recalls
Suspension 25 recalls
Service Brakes, Hydraulic 17 recalls
Power Train 16 recalls
Electrical System 14 recalls
Recall History

Freightliner Llc recalls by year

Browse 348 recalls across 40 years. Most recent first.

2007 33 recalls

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Recall 07V598000
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Extension pipes/fire/caterpillar
Engine And Engine Cooling · 250 affected · Dec 28, 2007
Recall 07V592000
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Steering gears/trw
Steering · 220 affected · Dec 21, 2007
Recall 07V571000
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Rear slack adjuster cracking
Service Brakes, Air · 31 affected · Dec 18, 2007
Recall 07V570000
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Power steering filter plugs
Steering · 10,053 affected · Dec 10, 2007
Recall 07V544000
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Auto reset circuit breakers
Electrical System · 33,303 affected · Nov 29, 2007
Recall 07V530000
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Fifth wheel lever pivot bolts/holland simplex
Trailer Hitches · 38,000 affected · Nov 13, 2007
Recall 07V532000
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Wiper motor ground wire
Visibility · 5,000 affected · Nov 13, 2007
Recall 07V459000
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Fmvss 217/roof emergency exit
N/A · 3,581 affected · Sep 21, 2007
Recall 07V403000
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Front axle steering stops
Steering · 450 affected · Sep 6, 2007
Recall 07V400000
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Steering arm installation
Steering · 413 affected · Sep 5, 2007
Recall 07V394000
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Steering pinch bolt
Steering · 4,850 affected · Aug 30, 2007
Recall 07V357000
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Steering column tilt plate bolts/trw
Steering · 42,000 affected · Aug 13, 2007
Recall 07V343000
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Steering gear spacer/zf
Steering · 5,949 affected · Aug 8, 2007
Recall 07V335000
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Fuel-water separator preheater/davco
Fuel System, Gasoline · 4,299 affected · Aug 2, 2007
Recall 07V333000
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Rear wheel spindle nuts/axilok
Wheels · 1,042 affected · Aug 1, 2007
Recall 07V316000
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Rear suspension center casting/tuftrac
Suspension · 1,200 affected · Jul 24, 2007
Recall 07V312000
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Connecting rod failure/cummins
Engine And Engine Cooling · 642 affected · Jul 20, 2007
Recall 07V306000
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Steering arm/tie rod arm
N/A · 18,000 affected · Jul 18, 2007
Recall 07V302000
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Sr-7 spring brake valve assembly/bendix/parker
Service Brakes, Air · 75,000 affected · Jul 16, 2007
Recall 07V289000
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Douglas autotec steering column missing welds
Steering · 25,643 affected · Jul 3, 2007

2006 20 recalls

Recall 06V496000
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Stop arm may not deploy
Other · 2,108 affected · Dec 29, 2006
Recall 06V457000
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Unimog eas ecu
Power Train · 80 affected · Nov 30, 2006
Recall 06V422000
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Steering column floor seal
Steering · 2,650 affected · Nov 3, 2006
Recall 06V421000
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Battery cable chafe
Electrical System · 2,200 affected · Nov 2, 2006
Recall 06V423000
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Tie rod assembly
Steering · 2,000 affected · Nov 2, 2006
Recall 06V424000
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Front axle assembly/arvinmeritor
Suspension · 1 affected · Nov 2, 2006
Recall 06V425000
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Damaged tire bead
Tires · 380 affected · Nov 2, 2006
Recall 06V387000
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Interaxle driveshaft/arvinmeritor
Power Train · 9 affected · Oct 11, 2006
Recall 06V321000
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Stop light switch
Exterior Lighting · 3,300 affected · Aug 31, 2006
Recall 06V237000
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Clutch release bearing
Power Train · 54 affected · Jul 3, 2006
Recall 06V205000
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Spring brake modulating valves/bendix
Parking Brake · 5,243 affected · Jun 12, 2006
Recall 06V190000
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Improper installation power distribution model
N/A · 61,000 affected · Jun 5, 2006
Recall 06V185000
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Certification label/fmvss 121/air brake systems
Equipment · 4 affected · May 26, 2006
Recall 06V150000
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Wheelchair lifts/ricon
N/A · 45 affected · May 3, 2006
Recall 06V151000
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Fmvss 403/wheelchair lifts
N/A · 87 affected · May 2, 2006
Recall 06V136000
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Electrical fire
Electrical System · 11,666 affected · Apr 25, 2006
Recall 06V085000
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Slow park brake application
N/A · 250 affected · Mar 28, 2006
Recall 06V030000
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Variable valve actuation oil line/oil leak
N/A · 5,771 affected · Feb 8, 2006
Recall 06V014000
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Steering control
Suspension · 360 affected · Jan 18, 2006
Recall 06V006000
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Steering wheel separation
N/A · 1,975 affected · Jan 12, 2006

2005 28 recalls

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Recall 05V550000
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Wiper motor grease
Visibility · 1,819 affected · Dec 6, 2005
Recall 05V551000
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Front axle i-beam
Power Train · 500 affected · Dec 6, 2005
Recall 05V541000
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Lower steering shaft
N/A · 198 affected · Nov 22, 2005
Recall 05V453000
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Fuel line routing
Fuel System, Gasoline · 600 affected · Oct 5, 2005
Recall 05V467000
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Arvinmeritor rear axle housing
Suspension · 1,100 affected · Oct 5, 2005
Recall 05V468000
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Park brake anchor bolt/bosch
N/A · 3,850 affected · Oct 5, 2005
Recall 05V469000
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Cummins ecm fuel system lift pump
Fuel System, Other · 8,310 affected · Oct 5, 2005
Recall 05V426000
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Loss of brake fluid
N/A · 1,630 affected · Sep 20, 2005
Recall 05V397000
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Side emergency door exit
Structure · 116 affected · Sep 13, 2005
Recall 05V408000
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Steering linkages/zf
Steering · 37,029 affected · Sep 13, 2005
Recall 05V392000
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Fmvss 221/interior panel joint strenght
Structure · 315 affected · Sep 8, 2005
Recall 05V387000
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Loss of steering control
Steering · 1,840 affected · Sep 6, 2005
Recall 05V393000
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Fan blade fracture
Engine And Engine Cooling · 1,395 affected · Sep 6, 2005
Recall 05V347000
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Stop arm malfunctions
Other · 5,954 affected · Aug 3, 2005
Recall 05V340000
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Stop arm malfunctions
Other · 13,583 affected · Jul 25, 2005
Recall 05V284000
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Fracture suspension beam/holland/neway
N/A · 634 affected · Jun 14, 2005
Recall 05V285000
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Front hub/conmet
Wheels · 1,786 affected · Jun 14, 2005
Recall 05V191000
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Fmvss nos 108 and 131/signal malfunctions
N/A · 49 affected · Apr 29, 2005
Recall 05V185000
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Aluminum wheels/accuride
N/A · 3,500 affected · Apr 27, 2005
Recall 05V205000
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Cummins/fuel lift pump/stalling condition
N/A · 16,000 affected · Apr 27, 2005

2004 15 recalls

Recall 04V590000
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Freightliner/arvin-meritor/interaxle driveline
Power Train · 1,095 affected · Dec 15, 2004
Recall 04V591000
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Freightliner/brake pedal adjustment
Service Brakes, Hydraulic · 250 affected · Dec 15, 2004
Recall 04V537000
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Freightliner/michelin/tires not compatible
N/A · 45 affected · Nov 8, 2004
Recall 04V453000
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Freightliner/nexgen/lng fuel tank
Fuel System, Other · 67 affected · Sep 15, 2004
Recall 04V398000
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Freightliner/thomas built/frame cracks
Structure · 2,125 affected · Aug 12, 2004
Recall 04V401000
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Freightliner/steering gear bolts
Steering · 1,600 affected · Aug 12, 2004
Recall 04V343000
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Freightliner/worn front brake line
Service Brakes, Hydraulic · 3,200 affected · Jul 12, 2004
Recall 04V270000
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Freightliner/cab tilt cylinders
N/A · 1,339 affected · Jun 9, 2004
Recall 04V271000
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Freightliner/bosch/zops hydraulic brake calipers
Service Brakes, Hydraulic · 300 affected · Jun 9, 2004
Recall 04V283000
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Freightliner/low air warning indicator
Service Brakes, Air · 2,000 affected · Jun 9, 2004
Recall 04V284000
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Freightliner/90 gallon fuel tanks
Fuel System, Gasoline · 200 affected · Jun 9, 2004
Recall 04V272000
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Freightliner/front wheel bearing
Suspension · 9,602 affected · Jun 7, 2004
Recall 04V220000
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Freightliner\amu solenoid valve
Service Brakes, Air · 1,700 affected · May 6, 2004
Recall 04V205000
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Freightliner/transmission shift lever attachment
Power Train · 14,000 affected · May 4, 2004
Recall 04V120000
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Freightliner/trw/drag link assemblies
Steering · 275 affected · Mar 8, 2004

2003 11 recalls

Recall 03V488000
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Freightliner/incorrect axle steering stop bolts
N/A · 130 affected · Dec 4, 2003
Recall 03V500000
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Freightliner/air line cartridge
N/A · 400 affected · Dec 4, 2003
Recall 03V323000
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Freightliner/steering input shaft
N/A · 153 affected · Aug 29, 2003
Recall 03V246000
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Freightliner/cummins/ecm
N/A · 62 affected · Jul 10, 2003
Recall 03V227000
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Freightliner/sterling/fifth wheels/fatigue cracks
Trailer Hitches · 2,000 affected · Jun 17, 2003
Recall 03V205000
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Freightliner/thomas built/alternator cable pinchin
Electrical System · 461 affected · Jun 2, 2003
Recall 03V203000
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Freightliner/electronic control module
Engine And Engine Cooling · 73 affected · May 29, 2003
Recall 03V162000
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Freightliner/air brakes
N/A · 1,400 affected · May 1, 2003
Recall 03V163000
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Freightliner/noncompliances
Equipment · 28 affected · May 1, 2003
Recall 03V112000
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Freightliner/arvinmeritor/skf/front axle hubs
Suspension · 5,716 affected · Mar 21, 2003
Recall 03V089000
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American lafrance/hydraulic pumps
Electrical System · 9 affected · Mar 13, 2003

2002 14 recalls

Recall 02V337000
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Freightliner/clinch pins
Trailer Hitches · 733 affected · Dec 17, 2002
Recall 02V336000
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Freightliner/transmission fracture
Power Train · 145 affected · Dec 13, 2002
Recall 02V318002
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Freightliner/caterpillar/engine pumps
Fuel System, Gasoline · 2,616 affected · Dec 3, 2002
Recall 02V321001
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Freightliner/manifold dash valves
N/A · 427 affected · Dec 2, 2002
Recall 02V320000
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Freightliner/thomas built/rear air suspension
Suspension · 122 affected · Dec 2, 2002
Recall 02V160009
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Thomas built/seat belt retractors
N/A · 2,371 affected · Oct 31, 2002
Recall 02V280000
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Freightliner/brake lines
Service Brakes, Hydraulic · 53 affected · Oct 17, 2002
Recall 02V248000
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Freightliner/throttle cable
N/A · 818 affected · Sep 16, 2002
Recall 02V108001
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Freightliner/parking brake assembly
Parking Brake · 548 affected · Apr 10, 2002
Recall 02V084000
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Freightliner/air line routing
Service Brakes, Hydraulic · 16,000 affected · Apr 2, 2002
Recall 02V077000
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Freightliner/idle system
N/A · 97 affected · Mar 20, 2002
Recall 02V085000
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Freightliner/thomas built/cooling fan
Engine And Engine Cooling · 4,800 affected · Mar 20, 2002
Recall 02V087000
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Freightliner/capacitor
Electrical System · 30,000 affected · Mar 20, 2002
Recall 02V018002
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Freightliner/meritor wabco/abs valve packages
Service Brakes, Air · 5,176 affected · Jan 22, 2002

2001 17 recalls

Recall 01V387000
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Freightliner/electrical
Electrical System · 3,500 affected · Dec 17, 2001
Recall 01V363000
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Freightliner/rear suspension
Suspension · 219 affected · Nov 29, 2001
Recall 01V322002
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Freightliner/throttle control/accelerator pedal
Vehicle Speed Control · 2,700 affected · Nov 15, 2001
Recall 01V140007
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Freightliner/trw tie rod ends (20edl)
Steering · 75,000 affected · Sep 17, 2001
Recall 01V111004
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Freightliner/thomas built/cummins air compressor
Service Brakes, Air · 194 affected · Jul 16, 2001
Recall 01V215000
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Freightliner/pass-through connector
Electrical System · 8,753 affected · Jun 26, 2001
Recall 01V209000
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Freightliner/fmvss 210/seat belt anchorages
Seat Belts · 277 affected · Jun 22, 2001
Recall 01V189001
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Freightliner/haldex/brake system valves
Service Brakes, Air · 4,400 affected · Jun 14, 2001
Recall 01V167002
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Freightliner/suspension
N/A · 222 affected · May 14, 2001
Recall 01V115000
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Freightliner/throttle control
N/A · 6,003 affected · Apr 13, 2001
Recall 01V116000
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Freightliner/electrical relay corrosion
Electrical System · 1,400 affected · Apr 13, 2001
Recall 01V117000
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Freightliner/back-up brake pump wiring
Electrical System · 1,354 affected · Apr 13, 2001
Recall 01V104000
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Freightliner/thomas built/fmvss 221/roof joint
Structure · 145 affected · Mar 27, 2001
Recall 01V085001
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Freightliner/brakes
Service Brakes, Hydraulic · 1,350 affected · Mar 12, 2001
Recall 01V044002
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Freightliner/trw steering systems/tie rod
Steering · 16,000 affected · Feb 21, 2001
Recall 01V028000
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Freightliner/wiring
N/A · 2,700 affected · Feb 5, 2001
Recall 01V029000
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Freightliner/defroster blower motor switch
Visibility · 2,858 affected · Feb 5, 2001

2000 28 recalls

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Recall 00V427000
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Freightliner/valve stem
Tires · 3,446 affected · Dec 29, 2000
Recall 00V397000
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Freightliner/turn signal
Exterior Lighting · 671 affected · Nov 29, 2000
Large Recall 00V357000
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Freightliner/brake pedal linkage
Service Brakes, Air · 105,000 affected · Nov 3, 2000
Recall 00V294000
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Freightliner/brake line
Service Brakes, Hydraulic · 290 affected · Oct 4, 2000
Recall 00V295000
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Freightliner/power steering hose
Steering · 550 affected · Oct 4, 2000
Recall 00V293000
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Freightliner/fmvss 210/rear seat belt anchorages
N/A · 65 affected · Oct 2, 2000
Recall 00V279001
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Freightliner/meritor wabco abs/fmvss 105
Service Brakes, Air · 13,008 affected · Sep 22, 2000
Recall 00V230002
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Freightliner/electronic accelerator pedal
Vehicle Speed Control · 5,032 affected · Sep 5, 2000
Recall 00V247000
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Freightliner/slack adjuster
Service Brakes, Hydraulic · 524 affected · Aug 29, 2000
Recall 00V248000
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Freightliner/rear wheel covers
Wheels · 3,400 affected · Aug 29, 2000
Recall 00V172000
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Freightliner/steering column bolt
Steering · 22,499 affected · Aug 23, 2000
Recall 00V229001
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Freightliner/allison transmission
Power Train · 594 affected · Aug 17, 2000
Recall 00V232002
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Freightliner/abs ecu
Service Brakes, Air · 35,405 affected · Aug 7, 2000
Recall 00V224000
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Freightliner/front axles
Suspension · 450 affected · Aug 7, 2000
Recall 00V190001
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Freightliner/accuride/wheel rim cracks
Wheels · 143 affected · Jul 10, 2000
Recall 00V174000
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Thomas built/headlight
Exterior Lighting · 803 affected · Jun 30, 2000
Recall 00V131004
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Freightliner/eaton transmission
Power Train · 1,700 affected · May 30, 2000
Recall 00V152001
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Freightliner/fmvss 121/brake application timing
N/A · 83 affected · May 22, 2000
Recall 00V151000
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Freightliner/fmvss 121/air gauge
Service Brakes, Air · 7 affected · May 22, 2000
Recall 00V108000
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Freightliner/tie rod cross tubes
Steering · 144 affected · Apr 7, 2000

1999 21 recalls

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Recall 99V359000
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Freightliner/front axle assembly
Steering · 2,588 affected · Dec 29, 1999
Recall 99V352000
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Freightliner/brake pedal
Service Brakes, Air · 1,800 affected · Dec 14, 1999
Recall 99V295000
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Freightliner/steering axle hub
Suspension · 2,976 affected · Oct 26, 1999
Recall 99V255000
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Freightliner step van throttle cable binding
Vehicle Speed Control · 15,761 affected · Sep 20, 1999
Recall 99V256000
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Freightliner/dual steer valve failure
Steering · 422 affected · Sep 20, 1999
Recall 99V224000
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Freightliner/right hand drive
N/A · 224 affected · Aug 17, 1999
Recall 99V223000
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Freightliner/power steering
Steering · 1,182 affected · Aug 16, 1999
Recall 99V181002
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Freightliner/engine stall
Electrical System · 320 affected · Jul 27, 1999
Recall 99V172000
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Freightliner/axle clamps
Suspension · 204 affected · Jul 2, 1999
Recall 99V143000
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Freightliner/steering column bolts
Steering · 666 affected · Jun 9, 1999
Recall 99V144000
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Freightliner/cigarette lighter
Equipment · 560 affected · Jun 9, 1999
Recall 99V145000
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Freightliner/air tank drain heater
Service Brakes, Air · 32 affected · Jun 9, 1999
Recall 99V111000
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Freightliner/hydraulic brake tube routing
Service Brakes, Hydraulic · 185 affected · May 6, 1999
Recall 99V110000
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Freightliner/fmvss 101
N/A · 1,166 affected · May 6, 1999
Recall 99V108000
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Freightliner/steering column
Steering · 36 affected · May 5, 1999
Recall 99V085000
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Freightliner/driveline fasteners
Parking Brake · 1,935 affected · Apr 20, 1999
Recall 99V074001
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Freightliner/rear axle housings
Power Train · 139 affected · Apr 12, 1999
Recall 99V033003
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Freightliner/tie rod assembly
Steering · 503 affected · Apr 12, 1999
Recall 99V055002
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Freightliner/air brakes
N/A · 285 affected · Mar 29, 1999
Recall 99V065000
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Freightliner/abs plumbing
N/A · 142 affected · Mar 29, 1999

1998 12 recalls

Recall 98V326000
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Freightliner/windshield wiper
Visibility · 6,720 affected · Dec 21, 1998
Recall 98V280000
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Freightliner/fmvss 206
Structure · 441 affected · Nov 5, 1998
Recall 98V281000
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Freightliner/fmvss 121
N/A · 348 affected · Nov 5, 1998
Recall 98V156000
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Freightliner/steering
Steering · 5,041 affected · Jul 21, 1998
Recall 98V114000
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Freightliner/fmvss 121
Service Brakes, Air · 45 affected · May 26, 1998
Recall 98V085000
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Freightliner/interaxle u-joints
Suspension · 22,186 affected · Apr 21, 1998
Recall 98V050000
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Freightliner/seat belt anchorages
Seat Belts · 213 affected · Mar 4, 1998
Recall 98V051000
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Freightliner/brakes/fmvss 121
Service Brakes, Air · 125 affected · Mar 4, 1998
Recall 98V052000
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Freightliner/cooling fans
Engine And Engine Cooling · 8,485 affected · Mar 4, 1998
Recall 98V001000
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Freightliner/abs power circuit
Service Brakes, Air · 21 affected · Jan 5, 1998
Recall 98V002000
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Freightliner/certification label
Equipment · 35 affected · Jan 5, 1998
Recall 98V003000
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Freightliner/certification label
Parking Brake · 2,587 affected · Jan 5, 1998

1997 7 recalls

Recall 97V196001
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Freightliner/front axle hubs
Suspension · 4,048 affected · Nov 4, 1997
Recall 97V090002
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Freightliner/auto transmission
Power Train · 1,993 affected · Sep 2, 1997
Recall 97V114001
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Freightliner/grote turn signals
Exterior Lighting · 77,000 affected · Aug 4, 1997
Recall 97V112000
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Freightliner/steering shaft
Steering · 11,366 affected · Jul 16, 1997
Recall 97V052000
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Freightliner/auto transmission
Power Train · 5,997 affected · Apr 8, 1997
Recall 97V009000
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Freightliner/brake foot valve adapter
Service Brakes, Air · 13,565 affected · Jan 27, 1997
Recall 97V006000
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Freightliner/fmvss 210
Seat Belts · 121 affected · Jan 21, 1997

1996 9 recalls

Recall 96V246000
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Freightliner/parking brake system
Parking Brake · 3,667 affected · Dec 9, 1996
Recall 96V233003
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Freightliner/eaton/drive axle housing
Suspension · 1,410 affected · Nov 20, 1996
Recall 96V232000
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Freightliner/engine fire
Engine And Engine Cooling · 27,500 affected · Nov 13, 1996
Recall 96V197000
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Freightliner/electrical
Visibility · 3,800 affected · Oct 8, 1996
Recall 96V181001
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Freightliner/optimized idle system
N/A · 258 affected · Sep 24, 1996
Recall 96V167000
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Freightliner/steering
Steering · 2,688 affected · Sep 19, 1996
Recall 96V124002
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Freightliner/suspension
N/A · 48 affected · Jul 26, 1996
Recall 96V125000
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Freightliner/equipment:bunk sleeper:truck
Equipment · 205 affected · Jul 2, 1996
Recall 96V043000
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Freightliner/brakes:air systems
N/A · 220 affected · Mar 4, 1996

1995 8 recalls

Recall 95V114000
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Freightlinter/brakes:air supply system
Service Brakes, Air · 317 affected · Jun 5, 1995
Recall 95V094000
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Emergency parking brake:mechanical:lever settling
Parking Brake · 3,050 affected · May 9, 1995
Recall 95V085000
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Visual systems:glass:window:door and side
Visibility · 4,630 affected · May 1, 1995
Recall 95E009001
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Steering:linkages:tie rod:end
Steering · 300 affected · Apr 12, 1995
Recall 95E003005
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Brakes:air dryer
Service Brakes, Air · 18,500 affected · Apr 3, 1995
Recall 95V055000
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Exhaust system:muffler:resonator
Engine And Engine Cooling · 81 affected · Mar 21, 1995
Recall 95V018000
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Brakes:air:drum and shoe systems:chamber:brake
Service Brakes, Air · 5,700 affected · Feb 6, 1995
Recall 95V007000
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Interior systems:restraint:belt anchor and attachm
Seat Belts · 70 affected · Jan 23, 1995

1994 3 recalls

Recall 94V068000
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Electrical system:wiring
Electrical System · 1,400 affected · Apr 11, 1994
Recall 94V075000
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Suspension:i-beam:solid:front spindle:knuckle
Steering · 2,336 affected · Mar 15, 1994
Recall 94V010000
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Visual systems:windshield wiper:motor
Visibility · 790 affected · Jan 14, 1994

1993 13 recalls

Recall 93V202000
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Power train:driveline:universal joint
Power Train · 11,000 affected · Dec 6, 1993
Recall 93V191000
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Heater:water:defroster:defogger:hose:duct:air
Visibility · 1,800 affected · Nov 19, 1993
Recall 93V148000
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Visual systems:windshield wiper arm
Visibility · 985 affected · Sep 14, 1993
Recall 93V149000
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Visual systems:windshield wiper linkage:pivot:driv
Visibility · 505 affected · Sep 14, 1993
Recall 93V140000
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Steering:power assist
Steering · 336 affected · Aug 24, 1993
Recall 93V103000
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Steering:linkages:arm:pitman
Steering · 33 affected · Jun 14, 1993
Recall 93V104000
Freightliner Llc
Brakes:hydraulic:disc:caliper
Service Brakes, Hydraulic · 56 affected · Jun 14, 1993
Recall 93V068000
Freightliner Llc
Fuel:fuel tank assembly:cap:filler
Fuel System, Gasoline · 54 affected · Apr 26, 1993
Recall 93V069000
Freightliner Llc
Brakes:spring brake chamber (can)
Service Brakes, Air · 200 affected · Apr 26, 1993
Recall 93V070000
Freightliner Llc
Brakes:air systems
N/A · 160 affected · Apr 26, 1993
Recall 93V019000
Freightliner Llc
Suspension:i-beam:solid:front bearing:wheel
Suspension · 1,096 affected · Feb 9, 1993
Recall 93V020000
Freightliner Llc
Brakes:air systems:pedals:linkages and valves
Service Brakes, Air · 200 affected · Feb 9, 1993
Recall 93V004000
Freightliner Llc
Emergency parking brake:mechanical:linkages and ca
Parking Brake · 54 affected · Jan 12, 1993

1992 1 recall

Recall 92V057000
Freightliner Llc
Interior systems:active seat and shoulder belts an
Seat Belts · 1,400 affected · Apr 14, 1992

1991 7 recalls

Recall 91V224000
Freightliner Llc
Power train:driveline:universal joint
Power Train · 14,660 affected · Dec 30, 1991
Recall 91V192000
Freightliner Llc
Engine cooling system:fan
Engine And Engine Cooling · 2,873 affected · Nov 5, 1991
Recall 91V177000
Freightliner Llc
Fuel:throttle linkages and control return spring
Vehicle Speed Control · 420 affected · Oct 15, 1991
Recall 91V178000
Freightliner Llc
Brakes:121 air system
Service Brakes, Air · 49 affected · Oct 15, 1991
Recall 91V127000
Freightliner Llc
Structure:door assembly
Structure · 1,200 affected · Jul 24, 1991
Recall 91V084000
Freightliner Llc
Steering:wheel and column
Steering · 2,976 affected · Jun 3, 1991
Recall 91V047000
Freightliner Llc
Steering:wheel and column
Steering · 1,061 affected · Jan 2, 1991

1989 9 recalls

Recall 89V227000
Freightliner Llc
Brakes:hydraulic:pedals and linkages
Service Brakes, Hydraulic · 18,331 affected · Dec 18, 1989
Recall 89V154000
Freightliner Llc
Wheels:hub
Wheels · 19,000 affected · Sep 18, 1989
Recall 89V134000
Freightliner Llc
Interior systems:seats
N/A · 107 affected · Aug 10, 1989
Recall 89V129000
Freightliner Llc
Brakes:hydraulic:differential:proportional valve
Service Brakes, Hydraulic · 41 affected · Aug 7, 1989
Recall 89V124000
Freightliner Llc
Steering:unknown type:gear box
Steering · 241 affected · Jul 24, 1989
Recall 89V090000
Freightliner Llc
Structure:body:grab bar:strap mounting assist
Structure · 3,219 affected · Jun 5, 1989
Recall 89V082000
Freightliner Llc
Steering:linkages:arm:pitman
Steering · 80 affected · May 19, 1989
Recall 89V083000
Freightliner Llc
Steering:column coupling
Steering · 9,832 affected · May 19, 1989
Recall 89V020000
Freightliner Llc
Interior systems:seat and shoulder belts and belt
N/A · 2,000 affected · Feb 16, 1989

1988 7 recalls

Recall 88V167000
Freightliner Llc
Steering:linkages:other
Steering · 160 affected · Oct 24, 1988
Recall 88V168000
Freightliner Llc
Brakes:hydraulic:pedal
Service Brakes, Hydraulic · 4,513 affected · Oct 24, 1988
Recall 88V160000
Freightliner Llc
Steering:linkages:arm:pitman
Steering · 92 affected · Oct 11, 1988
Recall 88V148000
Freightliner Llc
Electrical system
N/A · 1,250 affected · Sep 6, 1988
Recall 88V141000
Freightliner Llc
Interior systems:seat belts:lap:front
Seat Belts · 9,681 affected · Aug 26, 1988
Recall 88V138000
Freightliner Llc
Air conditioner:other part
Equipment · 19,898 affected · Aug 16, 1988
Recall 88V088000
Freightliner Llc
Structure:frame:members and body:other parts
N/A · 150 affected · Jun 1, 1988

1987 7 recalls

Recall 87V192000
Freightliner Llc
Interior systems:restraint:belt anchor and attachm
Seat Belts · 180 affected · Dec 18, 1987
Recall 87V147000
Freightliner Llc
Brakes:air:drum and shoe systems:chamber:brake
Service Brakes, Air · 41 affected · Sep 15, 1987
Recall 87V102000
Freightliner Llc
Interior systems:seat and shoulder belts and belt
N/A · 16 affected · Jul 10, 1987
Recall 87V091000
Freightliner Llc
Structure:body:tilt cab (8/82)
N/A · 680 affected · Jun 15, 1987
Recall 87V032000
Freightliner Llc
Interior systems:active restraints:belt retractors
Seat Belts · 71 affected · Mar 13, 1987
Recall 87V019000
Freightliner Llc
Suspension:tandem axle:rear:leaf spring assembly:h
Suspension · 83 affected · Feb 19, 1987
Recall 87V020000
Freightliner Llc
Electrical system:battery:cable:fusible
Electrical System · 3,250 affected · Feb 19, 1987

1986 7 recalls

Recall 86V166000
Freightliner Llc
Wheels:hub
Wheels · 150 affected · Dec 15, 1986
Recall 86V137000
Freightliner Llc
Interior systems:active restraints:belt retractors
Seat Belts · 102 affected · Oct 20, 1986
Recall 86V118000
Freightliner Llc
Structure:body:grab bar:strap mounting assist
Structure · 6,800 affected · Aug 26, 1986
Recall 86V106000
Freightliner Llc
Steering:column
Steering · 78 affected · Aug 5, 1986
Recall 86V084000
Freightliner Llc
Wheels:hub
Wheels · 478 affected · Jul 1, 1986
Recall 86V011000
Freightliner Llc
Structure:body:grab bar:strap mounting assist
Structure · 25,000 affected · Jan 28, 1986
Recall 86V018000
Freightliner Llc
Steering:linkages:link:drag:connection
Steering · 226 affected · Jan 5, 1986

1985 4 recalls

Recall 85V161000
Freightliner Llc
Brakes:air lines and fittings
Service Brakes, Air · 20 affected · Dec 3, 1985
Recall 85V119000
Freightliner Llc
Interior systems:front split back seat latch
Seats · 47 affected · Oct 2, 1985
Recall 85V081000
Freightliner Llc
Engine cooling system:radiator
Engine And Engine Cooling · 3,000 affected · Jun 21, 1985
Recall 85V076000
Freightliner Llc
Engine:oil filter/bracket
Engine And Engine Cooling · 354 affected · Jun 11, 1985

1984 7 recalls

Recall 84V159000
Freightliner Llc
Suspension:single axle:rear:air suspension system
Suspension · 15 affected · Dec 20, 1984
Recall 84V161000
Freightliner Llc
Steering:linkages:link:drag:connection
Steering · 10,938 affected · Dec 13, 1984
Recall 84V113000
Freightliner Llc
Structure:door assembly:latches and locks
Latches/locks/linkages · 2,303 affected · Sep 25, 1984
Recall 84V077000
Freightliner Llc
Steering:linkages:tie rod:end
Steering · 44 affected · Jun 20, 1984
Recall 84V042000
Freightliner Llc
Engine cooling system:fan
Engine And Engine Cooling · 8,500 affected · Mar 29, 1984
Recall 84V025000
Freightliner Llc
Structure:frame:members and body:other parts
N/A · 405 affected · Mar 2, 1984
Recall 84V021000
Freightliner Llc
Steering:linkages:arm:pitman
Steering · 4,773 affected · Mar 2, 1984

1983 3 recalls

Recall 83V089000
Freightliner Llc
Steering:column coupling
Steering · 328 affected · Sep 7, 1983
Recall 83V014000
Freightliner Llc
Steering:linkages:arm:pitman
Steering · 10 affected · Feb 23, 1983
Recall 83V015000
Freightliner Llc
Interior systems:seat belts:lap:front
Seat Belts · 5 affected · Feb 23, 1983

1982 2 recalls

Recall 82V114000
Freightliner Llc
Brakes:actuators (slack adjuster)
Service Brakes, Air · 249 affected · Dec 1, 1982
Recall 82V115000
Freightliner Llc
Brakes:air control valve
Service Brakes, Air · 9 affected · Dec 1, 1982

1981 6 recalls

Recall 81V001000
Freightliner Llc
Steering:power:gear box
Steering · 104 affected · Dec 2, 1981
Recall 81V116000
Freightliner Llc
Steering:linkages
Steering · 131 affected · Oct 1, 1981
Recall 81V101000
Freightliner Llc
Fuel:fuel tank assembly:attachments
Fuel System, Gasoline · 195 affected · Sep 1, 1981
Recall 81V099000
Freightliner Llc
Equipment:other pieces:trailer hitches and attachm
N/A · 70 affected · Aug 25, 1981
Recall 81V097000
Freightliner Llc
Brakes:air systems:lines and fittings
Service Brakes, Air · 348 affected · Aug 12, 1981
Recall 81V020000
Freightliner Llc
Steering:linkages
Steering · 1,333 affected · Feb 10, 1981

1980 2 recalls

Recall 80V095000
Freightliner Llc
Steering:column shaft upper
Steering · 31,002 affected · Jul 23, 1980
Recall 80V031000
Freightliner Llc
Equipment:other pieces:trailer hitches and attachm
N/A · 1,500 affected · Mar 21, 1980

1979 4 recalls

Recall 79V256000
Freightliner Llc
Brakes:hydraulic:shoe and drum system:drum
Service Brakes, Hydraulic · 28 affected · Dec 4, 1979
Recall 79V245000
Freightliner Llc
Visual systems:windshield wiper:motor
Visibility · 6,000 affected · Nov 6, 1979
Recall 79V085000
Freightliner Llc
Steering:column shaft upper
Steering · 7,060 affected · Apr 3, 1979
Recall 79V071000
Freightliner Llc
Steering:linkages:link:drag:connection
Steering · 89 affected · Mar 13, 1979

1978 2 recalls

Recall 78V146000
Freightliner Llc
Brakes:air systems:air supply:check valve
Service Brakes, Air · 65 affected · Jun 21, 1978
Recall 78V086000
Freightliner Llc
Brakes:axle controllers
Service Brakes, Air · 12 affected · Apr 19, 1978

1977 5 recalls

Recall 77V231000
Freightliner Llc
Steering:linkages:other
Steering · 670 affected · Dec 27, 1977
Recall 77V155000
Freightliner Llc
Steering:column coupling
Steering · 15,000 affected · Sep 20, 1977
Recall 77V121000
Freightliner Llc
Wheels:other
N/A · 163 affected · Aug 12, 1977
Recall 77V090000
Freightliner Llc
Structure:frame:members and body:truck:cab:latches
N/A · 397 affected · Jun 14, 1977
Recall 77V010000
Freightliner Llc
Power train:axle assembly
Power Train · 1,000 affected · Jan 1, 1977

1976 4 recalls

Recall 76V174000
Freightliner Llc
Steering:manual:shaft pitman
Steering · 239 affected · Nov 2, 1976
Recall 76V163000
Freightliner Llc
Brakes:interconnecting assembly (wiring:connecting
Service Brakes, Air · 167 affected · Oct 13, 1976
Recall 76V044000
Freightliner Llc
Steering:wheel and column
Steering · 10 affected · Mar 17, 1976
Recall 76V010000
Freightliner Llc
Steering:linkages:link:drag:connection
Steering · 90 affected · Jan 28, 1976

1975 6 recalls

Recall 75V208000
Freightliner Llc
Brakes:air:drum and shoe systems:chamber:brake
Service Brakes, Air · 1,800 affected · Dec 9, 1975
Recall 75V207000
Freightliner Llc
Structure:fifth wheel assembly
Trailer Hitches · 56 affected · Dec 2, 1975
Recall 75V188000
Freightliner Llc
Suspension:i-beam:solid:front spindle:knuckle
Steering · 23 affected · Oct 29, 1975
Recall 75V119000
Freightliner Llc
Brakes:air systems:pedal
Service Brakes, Air · 3,200 affected · Jun 23, 1975
Recall 75V120000
Freightliner Llc
Steering:linkages:link:drag:connection
Steering · 30 affected · Jun 23, 1975
Recall 75V012000
Freightliner Llc
Brakes:control assembly (computer)
Service Brakes, Air · 20 affected · Jan 27, 1975

1974 7 recalls

Recall 74V232000
Freightliner Llc
Structure:frame and members(give side/end)
Structure · 308 affected · Nov 25, 1974
Recall 74V158000
Freightliner Llc
Suspension:tandem axle:rear:leaf spring assembly:h
Suspension · 26 affected · Sep 18, 1974
Recall 74V154000
Freightliner Llc
Structure:fifth wheel assembly
Trailer Hitches · 63 affected · Sep 16, 1974
Recall 74V089000
Freightliner Llc
Steering:power assist
Steering · 24 affected · Jun 5, 1974
Recall 74V085000
Freightliner Llc
Fuel:throttle linkages and control
N/A · 383 affected · May 28, 1974
Recall 74V067000
Freightliner Llc
Structure:frame and members(give side/end)
Structure · 60 affected · May 1, 1974
Recall 74V044000
Freightliner Llc
Wheels:single:disc:spider
Wheels · 368 affected · Mar 12, 1974

1973 4 recalls

Recall 73V204000
Freightliner Llc
Fuel:fuel tank assembly:attachments
Fuel System, Gasoline · 10,000 affected · Oct 15, 1973
Recall 73V180000
Freightliner Llc
Suspension:tandem axle:rear
Suspension · 100 affected · Sep 4, 1973
Recall 73V167000
Freightliner Llc
Wheels:single
N/A · 243 affected · Aug 14, 1973
Recall 73V071000
Freightliner Llc
Steering
N/A · 43 affected · Mar 26, 1973

1972 3 recalls

Recall 72V276000
Freightliner Llc
Suspension:tandem axle:rear:leaf spring assembly:h
Suspension · 161 affected · Nov 15, 1972
Recall 72V085000
Freightliner Llc
Emergency parking brake
N/A · 279 affected · Apr 19, 1972
Recall 72V073000
Freightliner Llc
Steering:column
Steering · 2,055 affected · Apr 6, 1972

1971 2 recalls

Recall 71V205000
Freightliner Llc
Fuel:throttle linkages and control return spring
Vehicle Speed Control · 997 affected · Nov 9, 1971
Recall 71V071000
Freightliner Llc
Suspension:tandem axle:rear:leaf spring assembly:h
Suspension · 9 affected · Apr 29, 1971

1970 1 recall

Recall 70V021000
Freightliner Llc
Steering:gear:shaft lower flexible pinion
Steering · 4,000 affected · Mar 9, 1970

1969 4 recalls

Recall 69V166000
Freightliner Llc
Emergency parking brake:air:valve:control
Parking Brake · 908 affected · Nov 24, 1969
Recall 69V119000
Freightliner Llc
Fuel:fuel injection:other parts
Fuel System, Gasoline · 19 affected · Sep 8, 1969
Recall 69V086000
Freightliner Llc
Steering:linkages:arm:idler and attachment
Steering · 842 affected · Jun 25, 1969
Recall 69V035000
Freightliner Llc
Brakes:hydraulic:shoe and drum system
Service Brakes, Hydraulic · 287 affected · Mar 25, 1969

1968 3 recalls

Recall 68V093000
Freightliner Llc
Brakes:hydraulic:lines:fittings
Service Brakes, Hydraulic · 69 affected · Oct 2, 1968
Recall 68V086000
Freightliner Llc
Steering:linkages:arm:pitman
Steering · 61 affected · Sep 19, 1968
Recall 68V081000
Freightliner Llc
Power train:other part
N/A · 20 affected · Aug 23, 1968

1967 2 recalls

Recall 67V090000
Freightliner Llc
Wheels:disc:spider
Wheels · 32 affected · Oct 9, 1967
Recall 67V037000
Freightliner Llc
Suspension
N/A · 10 affected · Mar 14, 1967

Freightliner Llc Recall FAQ

Common questions about Freightliner Llc safety recalls, owner rights, and how to use this tracker.

How many recalls has Freightliner Llc issued?

Freightliner Llc has issued 348 NHTSA-tracked recalls covering approximately 1,551,636 vehicles since 1967. The most recent recall was reported 2007-12-28.

How do I check if my Freightliner Llc vehicle is under recall?

Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's lookup tool will list every active recall tied to your specific vehicle, including ones from Freightliner Llc and any sub-brand or component supplier.

Are Freightliner Llc recall repairs free?

Yes. Under federal law (49 U.S.C. § 30120), manufacturers including Freightliner Llc must remedy safety defects at no cost to the owner. Bring the recall notice or NHTSA recall ID to any authorized Freightliner Llc dealer and the repair (or replacement, or refund) is free.

Which Freightliner Llc components are most commonly recalled?

The top recalled components for Freightliner Llc are: Steering (65), Service Brakes, Air (36), Suspension (25), Service Brakes, Hydraulic (17), Power Train (16). Recalls in these categories tend to drive the most repair-campaign volume.

Where does this Freightliner Llc recall data come from?

All data on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation's public recall dataset (NHTSA), refreshed daily. Last update: 2026-05-22. This site is independent and not affiliated with Freightliner Llc.