- The problem
- On certain trucks, a manufacturing error in the fuel-water separator preheater thermoswitch may prevent the fuel preheater from turning off if the ignition is left on. If the ignition switch is left on when fuel is added to the fuel- water separator at the factory or during a filter element change, a small flame may occur inside the filter cover.
- The risk
- The potential exists for the flame to spread resulting in possible personal injury.
- The fix
- Dealers will inspect the fuel filter date code and thermoswitch lot code to determine if they contain the suspect component free of charge. The recall began on october 4, 2007. Owners may contact freightliner at 1-800-547-0712.
Vehicle safety record
2007 Fccc MT 45 Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 2 complaints about the 2007 Fccc MT 45 with NHTSA, most often about the brakes (1) and the equipment & accessories (1). It is covered by 1 recall, the latest in August 2007 for the delivery. For comparison, the 2006 has 0 and the 2008 has 1.
NHTSA data checked
DMore problems than a typical MT 45 year, for its age
#360 most complained-about 2007 vehicle
- Complaints
- 2
- Recalls
- 1
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 2007 Fccc MT 45 problems
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2007 Fccc MT 45 recalls 1
Recall repairs are free. Your dealer fixes them whether or not you bought the car there - check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours is done. What to do
What owners say
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2 complaints about the 2007 Fccc MT 45
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
A specific model of freightliner chasis requires the brake pedal to move 1 and 1/2 inches before the brake light are switched on. I would describe the 1 and1/2 travel to be the brake pedal pressure of a 8/10's panic stop. In other word more than what is used during normal driving. *Tr
We purchased a cargo trailer to move our furniture and belongings from covenant cargo. The trailer is rated for 2900 lbs and we took to our trip shy of 2500lbs. In ct the axle broke on the highway and the wheel shot across 6 lanes of highway. Fortunately no one was hurt and no other cars were involved. It's true that the roads are not in the best of conditions but the trailer should be able to handle the conditions of i95. The manufacturer did send us another axle to replace the damaged on but refuses to pay the...
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repair and the lodging cost. It took 9 days to receive the axle and hotels average $100. The new axle did fare better but has an inadequate suspension and the whole trailer frame is bent as well as the wall from the accident. The manager from covenant cargo refuses to acknowledge me other than the axle he sent. The vehicle info in your drop down menu is inaccurate but I couldn't find covenant cargo in the choices so I picked it randomly. *Tr
Fccc MT 45: every year compared
All MT 45 years2007 Fccc MT 45 vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 Fccc MT 45 | 2 | 1 | D | |
| 2007 Fccc XCM | 2 | 0 | A | Compare |
| 2007 Fccc B2 | 1 | 8 | D | Compare |
| 2007 Fccc XC | 1 | 2 | C | Compare |
More sales usually means more complaints, so compare similar vehicles of the same year. The grade compares each vehicle with its own model's other years.
Questions about the 2007 Fccc MT 45
Does the 2007 Fccc MT 45 have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2007 Fccc MT 45: delivery (August 2007). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.
What are the most common problems with the 2007 Fccc MT 45?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the brakes (1), equipment & accessories (1), suspension (1).
How many complaints has the 2007 Fccc MT 45 had?
2 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on July 29, 2008 and the latest on September 19, 2010. Of these, 0 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 2007 Fccc MT 45 a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 32 out of 100 (grade D: more problems than a typical Fccc MT 45 year, for its age). The index weighs complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and recalls against how long the vehicle has been on the road, compared with the same model's other years. It is not a measure of every repair - read the complaints and owner experiences, and have any used vehicle inspected before you buy.
Which Fccc MT 45 years have the most complaints?
2007 (2), 2008 (1). See every Fccc MT 45 year compared.
What should I do if my 2007 Fccc MT 45 has a problem?
If it is a safety problem, stop driving it if it is unsafe and contact your dealer. Report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem - enough reports start investigations and recalls - and share your experience here so other owners know what to look for.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked . Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data