1996 Freightliner MT55 Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Oct 1, 1999 · 0 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other MT55 years
Not enough data 5th of 19 for complaints
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

NHTSA has received no owner complaints about the 1996 Freightliner MT55 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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1996 Freightliner MT55 recalls (1)

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Vehicle speed control:cablesSep 20, 1999 · NHTSA campaign 99V255000 · 15,761 vehicles

Problem: Vehicle description: heavy duty trucks. The throttle cable can bind due to misalignment with the fuel pump assembly.

Risk: Engine speed will not return to idle after the driver releases the accelerator pedal if the cable is binding.

Fix: Dealers will realign the cable bracket. The cable assembly will be inspected for damage and replaced as necessary.

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 1996 Freightliner MT55?

NHTSA has no owner complaints on file yet.

Was there a recall on the 1996 Freightliner MT55?

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

Was the 1996 Freightliner MT55 a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other MT55 model years, the 1996 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.