Freightliner FLD Problems by Year
NHTSA has 10 owner complaints and 39 safety recalls on file for the Freightliner FLD, across 15 model years (1995–2011). The 1998 model year has the most complaints (2). The most reported problem area overall is electrical system.
Freightliner FLD years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No FLD model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
Model years with the fewest complaints
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 FLD problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Power Train | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Steering | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Structure | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Suspension | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Tires | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Freightliner FLD model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 FLD | 0 | 2 | — | — | |
| 2010 FLD | 0 | 8 | — | — | |
| 2009 FLD | 0 | 7 | — | — | |
| 2008 FLD | 1 | 10 | — | Unknown or Other | |
| 2007 FLD | 0 | 10 | — | — | |
| 2006 FLD | 0 | 7 | — | — | |
| 2005 FLD | 1 | 3 | — | Structure | |
| 2004 FLD | 1 | 6 | — | Steering | |
| 2001 FLD | 1 | 4 | — | Tires | |
| 2000 FLD | 1 | 8 | — | Engine and Engine Cooling | |
| 1999 FLD | 1 | 8 | — | Steering | |
| 1998 FLD | 2 | 5 | — | Power Train | |
| 1997 FLD | 1 | 2 | — | Electrical System | |
| 1996 FLD | 1 | 5 | — | Electrical System | |
| 1995 FLD | 0 | 3 | — | — |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Freightliner FLD years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 1998 (2), 2008 (1), 2005 (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 FLD?
Electrical System, with 2 complaints across 2 model years.
How many recalls does the Freightliner FLD have?
39 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.