Freightliner MT 45G Problems by Year

Source: NHTSA · Updated Aug 11, 2025 · 1 owner complaints analyzed

NHTSA has 1 owner complaint and 2 safety recalls on file for the Freightliner MT 45G, across 6 model years (2011–2024). The 2024 model year has the most complaints (1). The most reported problem area overall is electrical system.

Peak: 2024, with 1 complaints
2011: 0201102012: 0201202013: 0201302014: 0201402018: 0201802024: 120241

n = 1 complaints · Source: NHTSA

Freightliner MT 45G years to avoid? What the complaint data shows

No MT 45G model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.

Model years with the most complaints

  1. 2024 MT 45G: 1 complaint, 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 MT 45G problems (all years)

Problem areaComplaintsModel yearsCrashes
Electrical System110
Forward Collision Avoidance110

All Freightliner MT 45G model years

Model yearComplaintsRecallsCrash ratingTop problemCompared with other years
2024 MT 45G10—Electrical System
2018 MT 45G01——
2014 MT 45G01——
2013 MT 45G01——
2012 MT 45G01——
2011 MT 45G01——

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Frequently asked questions

Which Freightliner MT 45G years should you stay away from?

No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2024 (1). 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 MT 45G?

Electrical System, with 1 complaint across 1 model year.

How many recalls does the Freightliner MT 45G have?

2 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.