1999 Freightliner FS-65 Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

7 safety recalls on file

The 1999 Freightliner FS-65 has 7 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA.

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

7Recalls
2Owner complaints
0Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
Is the repair still open on your FS-65?

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

1999 Freightliner FS-65 recalls

Fuel System, Diesel

Recall 05V205Apr 27, 200516,000 vehicles affected

Steering:Linkages:Tie Rod Assembly

Recall 01V044002Feb 21, 200116,000 vehicles affected

Service Brakes, Air:Antilock

Recall 00V279001Sep 22, 200013,008 vehicles affected

Service Brakes, Air:Antilock

Recall 00V232002Aug 7, 200035,405 vehicles affected

Service Brakes, Air

Recall 99V055002Mar 29, 1999285 vehicles affected

Most common 1999 Freightliner FS-65 problems

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

Problem areaReports
Structure1
Fuel System, Diesel1

What owners report

2007-05-02, Fuel System, Diesel
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FREIGHTLINER FS-65. THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 84000. WHEN HE ATTEMPTED TO START THE VEHICLE IT WOULD NOT START. ALSO, THE CONTACT STATED THAT PREVIOUSLY THE VEHICLE WOULD SHUT OFF WITHOUT WARNING AND HE WAS UNABLE TO TO RESTART. THE MECHANIC STATED THAT THE TRANSFER PUMP AND/OR THE INJECTION PUMP SHOULD BE REPLACED. THE REPAIR WAS MADE. HOWEVER, THE PROBLEM CONTINUED TO OCCUR. THE CONTACT OWNED A FLEET OF EIGHTEEN VEHICLES THAT HAD THE SAME PROBLEM. THE VIN WAS AVAILABLE FOR ONLY ONE OF THE VEHICLES. ON ALL OF THE 18 VEHICLES THE TRANSFER PUMP WAS REPLACED 54 TIMES AND THE INJECTION PUMP WAS REPLACED 22 TIMES. *AK UPDATED 07/06/07. *JB
2005-09-27, Structure
BROKEN FRAME ON 1999 FREIGHTLINER SCHOOL BUS/THOMAS BODY OVER RIGHT REAR AIR RIDE AT TORSION BAR MOUNT. VEHICLE IS CURRENTLY UNDERGOING FRAME REPLACEMENT AT BODY SHOP. *NM

1999 Freightliner FS-65 questions

Does the 1999 Freightliner FS-65 have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 7 safety recalls for the 1999 Freightliner FS-65: Fuel System, Diesel; Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings; Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings; Steering:Linkages:Tie Rod Assembly; Service Brakes, Air:Antilock. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 1999 Freightliner FS-65?

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

How do I check if a recall on my 1999 Freightliner FS-65 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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