Freightliner MB-70 Problems by Year
NHTSA has 4 owner complaints and 3 safety recalls on file for the Freightliner MB-70, across 5 model years (1995–2000). The 2000 model year has the most complaints (2). The most reported problem area overall is tires.
Freightliner MB-70 years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No MB-70 model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2000 MB-70: 2 complaints, 0 recalls
- 1999 MB-70: 2 complaints, 0 recalls
Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.
Most common Freightliner MB-70 problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tires | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Electrical System | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Service Brakes, Air | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Steering | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Freightliner MB-70 model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 MB-70 | 2 | 0 | — | Tires | |
| 1999 MB-70 | 2 | 0 | — | Electrical System | |
| 1997 MB-70 | 0 | 1 | — | — | |
| 1996 MB-70 | 0 | 1 | — | — | |
| 1995 MB-70 | 0 | 2 | — | — |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Freightliner MB-70 years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2000 (2), 1999 (2). Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.
What is the biggest problem with the Freightliner MB-70?
Tires, with 2 complaints across 1 model year.
How many recalls does the Freightliner MB-70 have?
3 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.