2001 Freightliner FLD120 Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other FLD120 years
- Not enough data 2nd of 13 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- None on file
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 5 complaints with NHTSA about the 2001 Freightliner FLD120. That ranks 2nd out of 13 FLD120 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is engine and engine cooling (2 complaints, 40%), typically at around 115,321 miles. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.
- 5owner complaints
- 0safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2001 Freightliner FLD120 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 2 | 40% | 115,321 | — | — |
| Suspension | 2 | 40% | — | — | — |
| Power Train | 1 | 20% | 25,000 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2001 Freightliner FLD120 recalls (0)
No safety recalls are on file for the 2001 Freightliner FLD120.
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.
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 freightliner fld120. The contact stated that while driving approximately 55 mph and shifting into high gear, the vehicle would not respond and would perform sluggishly. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where they advised the contact that the high range performing box…
2001 freightliner fld120 semi tractor engine failed and caused oil and debris to leak onto the roadway. Another motorist ran over the oil and debris. *bf the semi had a hole in the left front oil pan. Ohio traffic crash report # 10-0654-90. *jb updated 04/14/10 *bf
Consumer received a safety campaign notice on 11/24/2003 from the manufacturer about a fuel leak in the engine. *ak
Axle #1 left side front hanger is loose causing axle to shift. Nlm
The front spring hangar is loose on the frame, this is causing the axle to shift. *slc
Other Freightliner FLD120 years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 FLD120 | 0 | 2 |
| 2007 FLD120 | 0 | 2 |
| 2006 FLD120 | 1 | 2 |
| 2005 FLD120 | 0 | 1 |
| 2004 FLD120 | 0 | 1 |
| 2003 FLD120 | 0 | 1 |
| 2001 | 5 | 0 |
| 2000 FLD120 | 8 | 0 |
| 1999 FLD120 | 5 | 0 |
| 1998 FLD120 | 3 | 0 |
| 1997 FLD120 | 1 | 1 |
| 1996 FLD120 | 2 | 0 |
| 1995 FLD120 | 1 | 0 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2001 Freightliner FLD120?
Owners most often report engine and engine cooling, suspension, power train problems. The top one, engine and engine cooling, accounts for 2 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2001 Freightliner FLD120?
No safety recalls are on file for this model year.
Was the 2001 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 2001 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.