1998 Freightliner Classic Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

No safety recalls on file

The 1998 Freightliner Classic has no safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA.

The most-reported problem area is Engine And Engine Cooling (1 report).

0Recalls
2Owner complaints
0Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
Is the repair still open on your Classic?

A recall covers specific vehicles. Your VIN shows whether yours still needs the free repair.

1998 Freightliner Classic recalls

No safety recalls on file for the 1998 Freightliner Classic.

Most common 1998 Freightliner Classic problems

Problem areas named in the 2 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Engine And Engine Cooling1
Unknown Or Other1

What owners report

2004-05-06, Unknown Or Other
I KNOW FOR A FACT THAT A TRANSPORTATION COMPANY HERE LOCALLY IS BREAKING THE LAW BY NOT KEEPING COPIES OF THIER DRIVERS LOG BOOKS. THEY MAKE THEM DRIVE (FREIGHTLINERS) ILLEGALLY. THIS IS A SAFETY ISSUE. WHEN RIGHTS ARE BROUGHT UP THE EMPLOYEES ARE FIRED FOR IT.
2003-02-11, Engine And Engine Cooling
THE VEHICLE JERKED AND THEN THE ENGINE LIGHT ILLUMINATED.*JB

1998 Freightliner Classic questions

Does the 1998 Freightliner Classic have any recalls?

No. NHTSA has no safety recalls on file for the 1998 Freightliner Classic at this time.

What are the most common problems with the 1998 Freightliner Classic?

Based on 2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Engine And Engine Cooling (1), Unknown Or Other (1).

How do I check if a recall on my 1998 Freightliner Classic has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

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