Freightliner FLC120 Problems by Year

Source: NHTSA · Updated Feb 15, 2003 · 1 owner complaints analyzed

NHTSA has 1 owner complaint and 1 safety recall on file for the Freightliner FLC120, across 1 model years (1997–1997). The 1997 model year has the most complaints (1). The most reported problem area overall is air bags.

Freightliner FLC120 years to avoid? What the complaint data shows

No FLC120 model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.

Model years with the most complaints

  1. 1997 FLC120: 1 complaint, 1 recall

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 FLC120 problems (all years)

Problem areaComplaintsModel yearsCrashes
Air Bags110
Electrical System110
Engine and Engine Cooling110
Structure110
Suspension110
Trailer Hitches110
Visibility110

All Freightliner FLC120 model years

Model yearComplaintsRecallsCrash ratingTop problemCompared with other years
1997 FLC12011—Air Bags

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Frequently asked questions

Which Freightliner FLC120 years should you stay away from?

No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 1997 (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 FLC120?

Air Bags, with 1 complaint across 1 model year.

How many recalls does the Freightliner FLC120 have?

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