2002 Freightliner MT-45 Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

1 safety recall on file

The 2002 Freightliner MT-45 has 1 safety recall on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA.

The most-reported problem area is Structure (2 reports).

1Recalls
2Owner complaints
0Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
Is the repair still open on your MT-45?

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

2002 Freightliner MT-45 recalls

Equipment:Other:Labels

Recall 05V138Apr 5, 2005500 vehicles affected

Most common 2002 Freightliner MT-45 problems

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

Problem areaReports
Structure2

What owners report

2004-06-03, Structure
INQUIRING ABOUT SAFETY RECALLS ON A 2002 18FT FREIGHTLINER CUSTOM CHASSIS MT45 STEP VAN AND REPORTING A PROBLEM WITH THE HOOD OF HIS VEHICLE. * CB *JB
2003-03-27, Structure
THE HOOD OF THE VEHICLE IS POORLY CONSTRUCTED. THE HOOD NEVER SHUTS IN THE SAME PLACE TWICE AND THIS MAKES IT IMPOSSIBLE TO ADJUST THE HEADLIGHTS. THE HOOD ALSO KEEPS GETTING PULLED BY THE STRAPS MEANT TO HOLD IT DOWN. *MR *NLM *NLM

2002 Freightliner MT-45 questions

Does the 2002 Freightliner MT-45 have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 2002 Freightliner MT-45: Equipment:Other:Labels. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2002 Freightliner MT-45?

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

How do I check if a recall on my 2002 Freightliner MT-45 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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