1999 Freightliner Legacy Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Mar 1, 2005 · 1 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other Legacy years
Not enough data
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 1999 Freightliner Legacy. The most reported problem area is vehicle speed control (1 complaints, 100%), typically at around 39,500 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 1999 Freightliner Legacy problems

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

Vehicle Speed Control1 · ~39,500 mi
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Vehicle Speed Control1100%39,500——

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

1999 Freightliner Legacy recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 1999 Freightliner Legacy.

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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.

The speedometer does not work, putting consumer at risk for going over the speed limit. Dealer made the consumer aware that most vehicles of the same model/make have speedometer defects.*ak

Vehicle Speed Control · received Mar 1, 2005 · NHTSA complaint 10113230

Other Freightliner Legacy years

YearComplaintsRecalls
199910

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 1999 Freightliner Legacy?

Owners most often report vehicle speed control problems. The top one, vehicle speed control, accounts for 1 complaint.

Was there a recall on the 1999 Freightliner Legacy?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 1999 Freightliner Legacy a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Legacy model years, the 1999 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.