2006 Freightliner FS-65 Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Aug 30, 2007 · 0 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other FS-65 years
Not enough data 7th of 9 for complaints
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

NHTSA has received no owner complaints about the 2006 Freightliner FS-65 so far. There is 1 safety recall covering this model year.

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

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2006 Freightliner FS-65 recalls (1)

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Steering:linkagesAug 30, 2007 · NHTSA campaign 07V394000 · 4,850 vehicles

Problem: On certain school bus and motor home chassis, improper pinch bolt installation may result in decoupling of the steering shaft and a loss of steering.

Risk: Loss of steering may result in a vehicle crash.

Fix: Dealers will inspect and ensure that the steering shaft pinch bolts are properly installed. Improperly installed pinch bolts will be torqued to the correct specification. The recall began on october 16, 2007. Owners may 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.

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2006 Freightliner FS-65?

NHTSA has no owner complaints on file yet.

Was there a recall on the 2006 Freightliner FS-65?

Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.

Was the 2006 Freightliner FS-65 a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other FS-65 model years, the 2006 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.