CarRecallWatchThe 2001 Freightliner Freightliner has 1 safety recall on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 28 complaints with NHTSA.
The most-reported problem area is Fuel System, Gasoline (16 reports).
2001 Freightliner Freightliner recalls
Most common 2001 Freightliner Freightliner problems
Problem areas named in the 28 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 16 |
| Suspension | 9 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 2 |
| Tires | 2 |
| Steering | 2 |
| Unknown Or Other | 2 |
| Structure | 2 |
| Service Brakes, Air | 2 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 |
What owners report
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 FREIGHTLINER. THE VEHICLE RAN OFF THE ROAD DURING ICY CONDITIONS. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO THE MECHANIC. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED. THE FAILURE RESULTED IN AN INJURY AND A DEATH. NO OTHER VEHICLE INFORMATION IS AVAILABLE. THE CONSUMER STATED THE DRIVER DIED IN THE ACCIDENT AND NO OTHER PASSENGERS WERE IN THE TRAILER. THE CONSUMER STATED THE DRIVER WAS UNDERNEATH THE PASSENGER SEAT. THE CONSUMER PROVIDED PICTURES OF THE DECEASED AND THE TRAILER. THE CONSUMER STATED US EXPRESS WILL NOT PROVIDE ANY INFORMATION ON THE TRAILER. UPDATED 09/05/07 *TR
THE REMEDY FOR THE SERVICE BRAKES RECALL 93 V 104 000 FAILED 6 TIMES. THE DEALERSHIP WAS UNABLE TO CORRECT THE PROBLEM. MODEL # F160. *AK *SCC *JB
THE REMEDY FOR THE SERVICE BRAKE RECALL 93 V 104 000 FAILED 15 TIMES. THE DEALERSHIP WAS UNABLE TO CORRECT THE PROBLEM. MODEL F160.*AK *TS *JB
THE EXHAUST SYSTEM WAS ROUTED SO THAT IT WAS IN CONTACT WITH THE REAR AIR SPRING SUSPENSION. OVER TIME THE HEAT FROM THE EXHAUST PIPE BURNED A HOLE IN AIR SPRING BAG. IN OUR CASE THE FAILURE WAS NOT CASTASTROPHIC. WE WERE PARKED AND AIR LOSS WAS SLOW. I HAVE CONCERNS THAT UNDER DRIVING CONDITIONS THE AIR LOSS COULD HAVE BEEN MORE RAPID AND HANDLING COMPROMISED. I HAVE PICTURES OF THE ROUTING AND THE FAILED COMPONENT. M
WHILE DRIVING, THE RIGHT STEER TIRE DETACHED FROM THE VEHICLE, CAUSING DAMAGE TO THE FENDER AND BRAKES, OHIO TRAFFIC CRASH REPORT. *SLC
2001 Freightliner Freightliner questions
Does the 2001 Freightliner Freightliner have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 2001 Freightliner Freightliner: Engine And Engine Cooling. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2001 Freightliner Freightliner?
Based on 28 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Fuel System, Gasoline (16), Suspension (9), Engine And Engine Cooling (2).
How do I check if a recall on my 2001 Freightliner Freightliner 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.