1999 Freightliner FL-70 Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other FL-70 years
- Not enough data 2nd of 7 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 1 recall: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 5 complaints with NHTSA about the 1999 Freightliner FL-70. That ranks 2nd out of 7 FL-70 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is power train (2 complaints, 40%). There is 1 safety recall covering this model year.
- 5owner complaints
- 1safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 1999 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 2 | 40% | — | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 | 20% | — | — | — |
| Steering | 1 | 20% | — | — | — |
| Tires | 1 | 20% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
1999 Freightliner FL-70 recalls (1)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Problem: Vehicle description: heavy duty trucks equipped with hydraulic brakes. The hydraulic brake tube to the front left brake can contact the bottom frame rail flange.
Risk: This condition could result in a loss of brake fluid, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the brake tube with one that provides clearance to the frame rail.
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.
1999 freightliner fl70 left rear tire blew out and debris hit another vehicle. *kb the consumer stated he felt a vibration, then he saw tread every where. The left rear recap had come apart. *jb
When brakes are applied they don't hold.*ak
No summary listed for abov evehicle. *ak
This is a very serious matter of safety concerning a large truck and needs to be addressed. The number of complaints to spicer and freightliner are growing daily as witnessed on the expeditor forum website. Please look into this matter of serious consequense of losing control while driving these…
Truck's 7 speed spicer transmission jumps out of gear at highway speeds, often occurring on downgrades when gears are needed most. This problem was never corrected by dealer repair shops. Ultimately the transmission failed completed and had to be replaced. The second transmission of the same type…
Other Freightliner FL-70 years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2002 FL-70 | 1 | 1 |
| 2000 FL-70 | 4 | 0 |
| 1999 | 5 | 1 |
| 1998 FL-70 | 19 | 1 |
| 1997 FL-70 | 3 | 3 |
| 1996 FL-70 | 2 | 3 |
| 1995 FL-70 | 1 | 4 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 1999 Freightliner FL-70?
Owners most often report power train, service brakes, hydraulic, steering problems. The top one, power train, accounts for 2 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 1999 Freightliner FL-70?
Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 1999 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 1999 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.