CarRecallWatchThe 1998 Freightliner FL-70 has 1 safety recall on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 19 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 fire.
The most-reported problem area is Engine And Engine Cooling (17 reports).
1998 Freightliner FL-70 recalls
Most common 1998 Freightliner FL-70 problems
Problem areas named in the 19 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 17 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 4 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 4 |
What owners report
THE ACCELERATOR STICKS TO THE FLOOR DUE TO ACCELERATOR CABLE FAILURE. *YH
CONSUMER STATED THE ACCELERATOR STUCK TO THE FLOOR.*JG
TRUCK STALLS INTERMITTENTLY AND WITHOUT WARNING AT ANY SPEED. TRUCK WITHIN A 2-YEAR PERIOD HAS BEEN BACK TO FACTORY, WHERE ENGINES WERE PUT IN 161 TIMES. FUEL PUMP WAS REPLACED AS BEING THE PROBLEM. REMEDY DID NOT CORRECT REOCCURRING PROBLEM.*AK
TRUCK STALLED INTERMITTENTLY AND WITHOUT WARNING AT ANY SPEED. TRUCK WITHIN A 2-YEAR PERIOD HAS BEEN BACK TO FACTORY, WHERE ENGINES WERE PUT IN 161 TIMES. FUEL PUMP WAS REPLACED AS BEING THE PROBLEM. REMEDY DID NOT CORRECT REOCCURRING PROBLEM. *AK *SLC
TRUCK STALLS INTERMITTENTLY AND WITHOUT WARNING, AT ANY SPEED. TRUCK WITHIN A 2-YEAR PERIOD HAS BEEN BACK TO FACTORY, WHERE ENGINES WERE PUT IN 161 TIMES. FUEL PUMP WAS REPLACED AS BEING THE PROBLEM. REMEDY DID NOT CORRECT REOCCURRING PROBLEM.*AK *TT
1998 Freightliner FL-70 questions
Does the 1998 Freightliner FL-70 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 1998 Freightliner FL-70: Parking Brake:Driveline. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 1998 Freightliner FL-70?
Based on 19 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Engine And Engine Cooling (17), Fuel System, Gasoline (4), Vehicle Speed Control (4).
How do I check if a recall on my 1998 Freightliner FL-70 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.