2014 Freightliner XC-R Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other XC-R years
- Not enough data 1st of 7 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- None on file
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA about the 2014 Freightliner XC-R. That is the most of any XC-R model year in the database (7 years). The most reported problem area is steering (2 complaints, 100%), typically at around 2,220 miles. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.
- 2owner complaints
- 0safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2014 Freightliner XC-R problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Steering | 2 | 100% | 2,220 | — | — |
| Suspension | 2 | 100% | 2,220 | — | — |
| Engine | 1 | 50% | 2,220 | — | — |
| Wheels | 1 | 50% | 2,220 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
2014 Freightliner XC-R recalls (0)
No safety recalls are on file for the 2014 Freightliner XC-R.
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.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
For three years since the first day i got it the engine will completely shut off. No power steering no gauges no throttle control all while going down the road at 55 - 65 mph. By the time i dead stick it to the side of the road the engine automatically starts and all appears ok. I fear for my life…
Since i purchased this vehicle 10/28/2013 the alignment has been off. It was first noticed as dog tracking then tire wear on the back and then tire wear on the front. Now after having it aligned 3-4 times i have badly worn out tires that are a danger and in need of replacement. The last alignment…
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2014 Freightliner XC-R?
Owners most often report steering, suspension, engine problems. The top one, steering, accounts for 2 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2014 Freightliner XC-R?
No safety recalls are on file for this model year.
Was the 2014 Freightliner XC-R a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other XC-R model years, the 2014 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.