1997 Freightliner XC Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other XC years
- Not enough data 3rd of 11 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 4 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 1997 Freightliner XC. That ranks 3rd out of 11 XC model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is electrical system (1 complaints, 100%). There are 4 safety recalls covering this model year.
- 1owner complaints
- 4safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 1997 Freightliner XC 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 1 | 100% | — | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 100% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
1997 Freightliner XC recalls (4)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Vehicle speed control:accelerator pedal
Problem: Vehicle description: chassis built with caterpillar engines and equipped with felsted electronic accelerator pedals. The return springs can break on the accelerator pedals that are equipped with stainless steel or electroplated music wire return springs.
Risk: This condition could cause the pedal to go to full throttle if both return springs break, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Replacement accelerator pedals equipped with return springs manufactured of music wire with one additional coil on each spring and with an organic coating, eliminating electroplating will be installed.
Service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:drum
Problem: Vehicle description: recreational vehicle chassis. Interference can occur between the steer axle slack adjusters and the axle knuckle post during a full wheel cut with the brakes applied.
Risk: This can result in diminished braking effort, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the slack adjusters with one that will provide clearance.
Equipment:other:labels
Problem: Vehicle description: motor home chassis. The tire pressure on the certification labels are incorrect for the designated gross axle weight rating. This does not comply with requirements of part 567, "certification."
Risk: This could result in improper inflation of the tires for the gross axle weight rating listed for the chassis.
Fix: Owners will be mailed an overlay with the correct tire pressure.
Steering:hydraulic power assist system
Problem: Vehicle description: motorhome chassis equipped with a side mount radiator and hydraulic system. The filter gasket for the power steering hydraulic fluid can blow out due to pressure spikes in the system.
Risk: This can result in a loss of power steering fluid and an eventual loss of power assist to the steering if the leak is undetected.
Fix: Dealers will reconfigure the power steering hydraulic system to eliminate the pressure spikes.
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.
From the time of purchase didn't have brake lights. Took it back to the dealer who made the necessary repairs. But, brake lights continued to burn without applying brakes. Removed the fuse. Currently, any time the chassis gets wet it causes problems with the wiring and speed control. *ak
Other Freightliner XC years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 XC | 0 | 0 |
| 2007 XC | 0 | 0 |
| 2006 XC | 0 | 1 |
| 2005 XC | 1 | 1 |
| 2004 XC | 1 | 0 |
| 2001 XC | 0 | 1 |
| 2000 XC | 2 | 6 |
| 1999 XC | 4 | 7 |
| 1998 XC | 0 | 7 |
| 1997 | 1 | 4 |
| 1996 XC | 0 | 1 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 1997 Freightliner XC?
Owners most often report electrical system, vehicle speed control problems. The top one, electrical system, accounts for 1 complaint.
Was there a recall on the 1997 Freightliner XC?
Yes, 4 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 1997 Freightliner XC a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other XC model years, the 1997 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.