Freightliner FL130 Problems by Year

Source: NHTSA · Updated Sep 11, 2000 · 1 owner complaints analyzed

NHTSA has 1 owner complaint and 0 safety recalls on file for the Freightliner FL130, across 1 model years (1999–1999). The 1999 model year has the most complaints (1). The most reported problem area overall is engine and engine cooling.

Freightliner FL130 years to avoid? What the complaint data shows

No FL130 model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.

Model years with the most complaints

  1. 1999 FL130: 1 complaint, 0 recalls

Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.

Most common Freightliner FL130 problems (all years)

Problem areaComplaintsModel yearsCrashes
Engine and Engine Cooling110

All Freightliner FL130 model years

Model yearComplaintsRecallsCrash ratingTop problemCompared with other years
1999 FL13010—Engine and Engine Cooling

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Frequently asked questions

Which Freightliner FL130 years should you stay away from?

No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 1999 (1). Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.

What is the biggest problem with the Freightliner FL130?

Engine and Engine Cooling, with 1 complaint across 1 model year.

How many recalls does the Freightliner FL130 have?

0 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.