1999 Freightliner XC Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

7 safety recalls on file

The 1999 Freightliner XC has 7 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 4 complaints with NHTSA.

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

7Recalls
4Owner complaints
0Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
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1999 Freightliner XC recalls

Vehicle Speed Control

Recall 01V115Apr 13, 20016,003 vehicles affected

Steering:Linkages:Tie Rod Assembly

Recall 01V044002Feb 21, 200116,000 vehicles affected

Vehicle Speed Control:Accelerator Pedal

Recall 00V230002Sep 5, 20005,032 vehicles affected

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Drum

Recall 00V247Aug 29, 2000524 vehicles affected

Wheels:Hub

Recall 00V248Aug 29, 20003,400 vehicles affected

Equipment:Other:Labels

Recall 00V040Feb 15, 200015,000 vehicles affected

Steering:Hydraulic Power Assist System

Recall 99V223Aug 16, 19991,182 vehicles affected

Most common 1999 Freightliner XC problems

Problem areas named in the 4 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Steering1
Fuel System, Gasoline1
Power Train1
Tires1

What owners report

2004-09-21, Tires
MICHELIN XRV 235/80R/22.5 TIRE ZIPPER RIPS BLOW OUTS 1ST ONE APRIL 27, 2003 INSIDE LEFT DUEL. 2ND ONE SEPT. 18, 2004 RIGHT FRONT. *AK
2004-08-30, Power Train
WHILE DRIVING 50 MPH CONSUMER HEARD A LOUD NOISE COMING FROM THE FRONT, AND THE VEHICLE VIBRATED UNCONTROLLABLY. CONSUMER WAS ABLE TO MAINTAIN CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE, AND PULLED OVER. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER FOR INSPECTION, AND MECHANIC DETERMINED THAT THE DRIVESHAFT BROKE, AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. *AK
2000-11-27, Fuel System, Gasoline
THIS IS A RIGID FUEL LINE CONSISTING OF A BAJO FITTING AT ONE END AND A FLARE FITTING AT THE OTHER. THE BAJO FITTING IS MOUNTED TO THE INJECTION PUMP, WHICH HAS IT'S OWN VIBRATION PATTERN. THE FUEL LINE IS HARD MOUNTED AT APPROXIMATELY HALF IT'S LENGTH TO THE ENGINE BLOCK, WHICH HAS IT'S OWN VIBRATION PATTERN. THE OTHER END OF THE LINE CONNECTS TO OTHER LINES VIA A "T" FITTING. THIS CONNECTION IS INHERENTLY MORE FLEXABLE BY DESIGN AND PROBABLY COMPOUNDS DIFFERENTIAL VIBRATIONS. LINE FATIQUE IS ALMOST CERTAIN. TYPICALLY THE LINE WILL BREAK WHILE THE VEHICLE IS IN OPERATION AND CONSIQUENTLY, THE DRIVER AND PASSANGERS WILL NOT BE AWARE OF THE FUEL LEAK. THE POSSIBILITY OF FIRE EXSISTS.
2000-04-26, Steering
RECALL COMPONENT FAILED PRIOR TO RECALL NOTIFICATION RESULTING IN LOSS OF FLUID FROM LEAKAGE (99V-223). *MJS

1999 Freightliner XC questions

Does the 1999 Freightliner XC have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 7 safety recalls for the 1999 Freightliner XC: Vehicle Speed Control; Steering:Linkages:Tie Rod Assembly; Vehicle Speed Control:Accelerator Pedal; Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Drum; Wheels:Hub. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 1999 Freightliner XC?

Based on 4 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Steering (1), Fuel System, Gasoline (1), Power Train (1).

How do I check if a recall on my 1999 Freightliner XC 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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