1996 Freightliner FLD Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

5 safety recalls on file

The 1996 Freightliner FLD has 5 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA, including 1 fire.

The most-reported problem area is Electrical System (1 report).

5Recalls
1Owner complaints
0Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
Is the repair still open on your FLD?

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

1996 Freightliner FLD recalls

Suspension:Front:Hub

Recall 97V196001Nov 4, 19974,048 vehicles affected

Service Brakes, Air:Controls:Foot Control/Valve

Recall 97V009Jan 27, 199713,565 vehicles affected

Vehicle Speed Control

Recall 96V181001Sep 24, 1996258 vehicles affected

Equipment:Recreational Vehicle/Trailer

Recall 96V125Jul 2, 1996205 vehicles affected

Service Brakes, Air

Recall 96V043Mar 4, 1996220 vehicles affected

Most common 1996 Freightliner FLD problems

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

Problem areaReports
Electrical System1

What owners report

1998-08-26, Electrical System
ELECTRICAL WIRING SHORTED OUT RESULTING IN FIRE. (QCAW)

1996 Freightliner FLD questions

Does the 1996 Freightliner FLD have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 5 safety recalls for the 1996 Freightliner FLD: Suspension:Front:Hub; Service Brakes, Air:Controls:Foot Control/Valve; Vehicle Speed Control; Equipment:Recreational Vehicle/Trailer; Service Brakes, Air. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 1996 Freightliner FLD?

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

How do I check if a recall on my 1996 Freightliner FLD 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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