1998 Freightliner FLD120 Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Aug 30, 2010 · 3 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other FLD120 years
Not enough data 4th of 13 for complaints
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA about the 1998 Freightliner FLD120. That ranks 4th out of 13 FLD120 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is suspension (1 complaints, 33%), typically at around 715,227 miles. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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Most common 1998 Freightliner FLD120 problems

Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.

Suspension1 · ~715,227 mi
Tires1
Wheels1
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Suspension133%715,227——
Tires133%———
Wheels133%———

One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.

Complaints by year received

Peak: 1999, with 1 complaints
1999: 1199912005: 1200512010: 120101

n = 3 complaints · Source: NHTSA

1998 Freightliner FLD120 recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 1998 Freightliner FLD120.

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Recent owner reports

Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.

1998 freightliner fld120 right front steer tire blewout causing damage to the drive unit and left front side of the hood. *bf (ohio traffic crash report # 10-0398-91)*jb updated 09/13/10*bf updated 09/28/10 *bf updated voq 10/01/10

Tires · received Aug 30, 2010 · NHTSA complaint 10353148

Dt: the consumer states that his front left wheel hub and tire completely fell off of the vehicle while the consumer was driving about 70 mph and was coming to a stop. The consumer did manage to avoid any accidents. The owner has contacted the dealer and the manufacturer. The vehicle is currently…

Suspension · received Jul 25, 2005 · NHTSA complaint 10129910

Left front wheel fell off of vehicle causing damage to front end. (ohio traffic crash report) mjs.

Wheels · received May 25, 1999 · NHTSA complaint 545768

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 1998 Freightliner FLD120?

Owners most often report suspension, tires, wheels problems. The top one, suspension, accounts for 1 complaint.

Was there a recall on the 1998 Freightliner FLD120?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 1998 Freightliner FLD120 a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other FLD120 model years, the 1998 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.