1998 Freightliner FL-60 Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

1998 Freightliner FL-60 recalls

Most common 1998 Freightliner FL-60 problems

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

Problem area	Reports
Structure	1
Seat Belts	1

What owners report

2000-11-21, Seat Belts
WASHINGTON TOWNSHIP FIRE DEPARTMENT WAS USING VEHICLE AS AN AMBULANCE. DRIVER'S SIDE INBOUND SEAT BELT BUCKLE PLASTIC SLEEVE MECHANISM HAS COME OFF, CAUSING BELT TO BECOME INOPERABLE. CONSUMER HAS CONTACTED MANUFACTURER. MANUFACTURER HAS STATED THAT ENTIRE SEAT BELT ASSEMBLY NEED REPLACING. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER DETAILS.*AK

2000-05-08, Structure
NOTICE NUMEROUR MISSING AND SPOTTY WELDS, CALCULATIONS OF WELD STENGTH, NONE OF THE VEHICLE WOULD WITHSTAND A SIDE OR REAR IMPACT FROM A MID SIZE VEHICLE TRAVELING AT MODERATE SPEEDS WITHOUT THE SEAMS OF THE BOX COMING APART, POOR DESIGN, LACK OF STRUCTURAL INTEGRITY AND NEGLIGENT QUALITY CONTROL

1998 Freightliner FL-60 questions

Does the 1998 Freightliner FL-60 have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 1998 Freightliner FL-60: Parking Brake:Driveline. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 1998 Freightliner FL-60?

Based on 2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Structure (1), Seat Belts (1).

How do I check if a recall on my 1998 Freightliner FL-60 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.