2001 Freightliner FLD Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other FLD years
- Not enough data 2nd of 15 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 4 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 2001 Freightliner FLD. That ranks 2nd out of 15 FLD model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is tires (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 2001 Freightliner FLD 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tires | 1 | 100% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
2001 Freightliner FLD recalls (4)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Suspension:front:hub
Problem: On certain trucks equipped with truck hub units manufactured by skf exclusively for use on arvinmeritor's ff98x series non-drive steer axles, the hub unit bearings can wear prematurely.
Risk: Seizure of the bearings can cause wheel separation or wheel end fire.
Fix: Dealers will replace both front hubs. Owner notification is expected to begin on or before september 20, 2003. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact freightliner at 1-800-547-0712.
Electrical system:wiring
Problem: On certain trucks, a capacitor in the power line control (plc) filter could overheat and/or ignite when subjected to reverse polarity electrical spikes.
Risk: This could cause an electrical fire in the area of the plc filter without prior warning.
Fix: Dealers will disconnect and secure the plc filter ground wire. Owner notification began september 20, 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact freightliner at 1-800-547-0712.
Service brakes, air:supply:check valve
Problem: On certain heavy duty trucks equipped with meritor wabco pneumatic anitlock brake system (abs) valve packages, the assembly bolts on these valve packages were not tightened correctly.
Risk: Bolts torqued below specification will not reliably prevent air leakage at the affected abs valve package interface joints once the component begins normal vehicle operation. If air leaks develop at any of the abs valve package interface joints, brake system pressure reductions could occur during braking or normal operation with units equipped with the traction control option, potentially extending stopping distances, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.
Fix: Dealers will tighten the fasteners to the proper specification. Owner notification began april 4, 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact freightliner at 1-800-547-0712.
Service brakes, air:controls, pedals and linkages
Problem: Vehicle description: vehicles equipped with certain haldex brake system two and four port relay valves. The valve may stick open when a high-pressure application is released.
Risk: When the valve sticks open, it can result in a total loss of air from either the service or the park brake system. The driver may lose braking ability under a service application, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace these valves. Owner notification began october 17, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact freightliner at 1-800-547-0712.
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.
Recall letter to replace front tire equipment. *mr 06/24/04 this is a congressional and has been sent to exec. Sec. To be controlled. Mec *sc *jb
Other Freightliner FLD years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2011 FLD | 0 | 2 |
| 2010 FLD | 0 | 8 |
| 2009 FLD | 0 | 7 |
| 2008 FLD | 1 | 10 |
| 2007 FLD | 0 | 10 |
| 2006 FLD | 0 | 7 |
| 2005 FLD | 1 | 3 |
| 2004 FLD | 1 | 6 |
| 2001 | 1 | 4 |
| 2000 FLD | 1 | 8 |
| 1999 FLD | 1 | 8 |
| 1998 FLD | 2 | 5 |
| 1997 FLD | 1 | 2 |
| 1996 FLD | 1 | 5 |
| 1995 FLD | 0 | 3 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2001 Freightliner FLD?
Owners most often report tires problems. The top one, tires, accounts for 1 complaint.
Was there a recall on the 2001 Freightliner FLD?
Yes, 4 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2001 Freightliner FLD a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other FLD model years, the 2001 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.