1995 Freightliner FL-70 Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other FL-70 years
- Not enough data 6th of 7 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 4 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 1995 Freightliner FL-70. That ranks 6th out of 7 FL-70 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is vehicle speed control (1 complaints, 100%). There are 4 safety recalls covering this model year.
- 1owner complaints
- 4safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 1995 Freightliner FL-70 problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 100% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
1995 Freightliner FL-70 recalls (4)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Vehicle speed control
Problem: On certain trucks and buses equipped with cummins electronic control modules on the c8.3g and l10g engines, the ecm does not have the ability to detect a throttle fail-safe engine shutdown command. This could result in an unanticipated, uncommanded open throttle condition without warning.
Risk: If this event occurs, the vehicle operator will not have control of the engine speed, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.
Fix: Cummins will notify the customers and replace the ecm. Owners should contact cummins at 1-800-343-7357 or freightliner at 1-503-745-5219.
Power train:automatic transmission:lever and linkage:column shift
Problem: Vehicle description: vans and trucks equipped with an optional automatic transmission shift lever that includes a park brake position. The transmission shifter/park brake lever can bind before fully engaging in the park brake position causing a false park condition.
Risk: The vehicle can move after being placed in park increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will install a spacer plate in the shifter and inspect for the presence of an "e" clip that detains the detent pin.
Parking brake:conventional:mechanical
Problem: The parking brake lever may not travel far enough over center to assure that it remains in the proper position allowing the vehicle to roll away while parked.
Risk: If the vehicle is not properly parked with the transmission in the correct position, and if the vehicle is parked on a grade, it could unintentionally roll away increasing the potential for an accident.
Fix: Dealers will remove and replace the parking brake lever with a lever that requires a 25 lb. Effort to release.
Service brakes, air:drum:chamber
Problem: The brake chamber mounting studs can loosen or pull through due to fatigue in the brake chamber housing caused by foundation brake chatter.
Risk: This condition can result in loss of braking capability.
Fix: Dealers will change the brake lining materials, replace the wing bracket with a reinforced bracket and install brake chambers with reinforced chamber housing and larger (1/2") mounting studs.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
Consumer stated the accelerator sticks to the floor, caused by a frayed cable. *jb
Other Freightliner FL-70 years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2002 FL-70 | 1 | 1 |
| 2000 FL-70 | 4 | 0 |
| 1999 FL-70 | 5 | 1 |
| 1998 FL-70 | 19 | 1 |
| 1997 FL-70 | 3 | 3 |
| 1996 FL-70 | 2 | 3 |
| 1995 | 1 | 4 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 1995 Freightliner FL-70?
Owners most often report vehicle speed control problems. The top one, vehicle speed control, accounts for 1 complaint.
Was there a recall on the 1995 Freightliner FL-70?
Yes, 4 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 1995 Freightliner FL-70 a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other FL-70 model years, the 1995 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.