1986 Freightliner Conventional Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

6 safety recalls on file

The 1986 Freightliner Conventional has 6 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA.

The most-reported problem area is Power Train (1 report).

6Recalls
1Owner complaints
0Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
Is the repair still open on your Conventional?

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

1986 Freightliner Conventional recalls

Steering:Linkages

Recall 88V160Oct 11, 198892 vehicles affected

Seat Belts:Front:Anchorage

Recall 87V192Dec 18, 1987180 vehicles affected

Service Brakes, Air:Drum:Chamber

Recall 87V147Sep 15, 198741 vehicles affected

Electrical System:12v/24v/48v Battery:Cables

Recall 87V020Feb 19, 19873,250 vehicles affected

Seat Belts:Front:Retractor

Recall 86V137Oct 20, 1986102 vehicles affected

Structure:Body

Recall 86V118Aug 26, 19866,800 vehicles affected

Most common 1986 Freightliner Conventional problems

Problem areas named in the 1 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Power Train1

What owners report

1998-10-14, Power Train
DRIVESHAFT FELL OFF CAUSING DAMAGE TO UNIT.

1986 Freightliner Conventional questions

Does the 1986 Freightliner Conventional have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 6 safety recalls for the 1986 Freightliner Conventional: Steering:Linkages; Seat Belts:Front:Anchorage; Service Brakes, Air:Drum:Chamber; Electrical System:12V/24V/48V Battery:Cables; Seat Belts:Front:Retractor. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 1986 Freightliner Conventional?

Based on 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Power Train (1).

How do I check if a recall on my 1986 Freightliner Conventional 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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