1997 Freightliner FL-80 Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

1997 Freightliner FL-80 recalls

Most common 1997 Freightliner FL-80 problems

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

Problem area	Reports
Steering	1

What owners report

2003-02-18, Steering
PROBLEM: BALL STUD & SOCKET ASSEMBLY SEPARATED. REVIEW NHTSA #OOV-246.001 TRUCK: 1997 FREIGHTLINER, FL-80 - SERIAL # [XXX] IN-SERVICE DATE: MAY 9, 1997 - MILEAGE 76,389 THE STATE OF CONNECTICUT, DEPT. OF TRANS., HAS A LARGE NUMBER OF 1997 THRU 1999 FREIGHTLINER, FL-80 DUMP TRUCKS, USED FOR SNOW AND ICE REMOVAL. CANNOT RECEIVED THE NHTSA BULLETIN #00V-246-001 PERTAINING TO BALL STUD AND SOCKET ASSEMBLIES COMING APART. FREIGHTLINER SENT ONLY A FEW NOTICES PERTAINING VEHICLES IN OUR FLEET. NONE OF THEM INCLUDED THE LARGE NUMBER OF 1997 FREIGHTLINER DUMP TRUCKS. WE WERE FORTUNATE THAT THE VEHICLE WAS AT A LOW RATE OF SPEED, TURNING INTO A PARKING LOT TO STOP. NO DAMAGE OR INJURIE

1997 Freightliner FL-80 questions

Does the 1997 Freightliner FL-80 have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 1997 Freightliner FL-80: Service Brakes, Air:Supply:Reservoir/Tank. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 1997 Freightliner FL-80?

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

How do I check if a recall on my 1997 Freightliner FL-80 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.