Freightliner School BUS Problems by Year

Source: NHTSA · Updated Oct 19, 2001 · 2 owner complaints analyzed

NHTSA has 2 owner complaints and 0 safety recalls on file for the Freightliner School BUS, across 1 model years (1997–1997). The 1997 model year has the most complaints (2). The most reported problem area overall is vehicle speed control.

Freightliner School BUS years to avoid? What the complaint data shows

No School BUS model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.

Model years with the most complaints

  1. 1997 School BUS: 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 School BUS problems (all years)

Problem areaComplaintsModel yearsCrashes
Vehicle Speed Control210
Equipment110
Exterior Lighting110
Tires110
Visibility110

All Freightliner School BUS model years

Model yearComplaintsRecallsCrash ratingTop problemCompared with other years
1997 School BUS20—Vehicle Speed Control

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Frequently asked questions

Which Freightliner School BUS years should you stay away from?

No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 1997 (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 School BUS?

Vehicle Speed Control, with 2 complaints across 1 model year.

How many recalls does the Freightliner School BUS have?

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