2001 Freightliner classic left front steer tire blew out. *Ts the left fender, bumper and hood were damaged. *Nm
Vehicle safety record
2001 Freightliner Classic Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 6 complaints about the 2001 Freightliner Classic with NHTSA, most often about the engine & cooling (3) and the wheels & tires (1). Those complaints describe 1 fire. There are no recalls for it. For comparison, the 2000 has 2.
NHTSA data checked
DMore problems than a typical Classic year, for its age
#232 most complained-about 2001 vehicle
- Complaints
- 6
- Recalls
- 0
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 1
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 2001 Freightliner Classic problems
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No recalls for the 2001 Freightliner Classic
NHTSA lists no recalls for the 2001 Freightliner Classic. Recalls can be announced at any time - this page updates daily.
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6 complaints about the 2001 Freightliner Classic
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
Engine's hydraulic pump and fan failed. As a result, while driving vehicle smoked because engine overheated. No fire reported. *Ak
No accident - no event - just normal driving - structural failure of the cab unit - class 8 vehicle - now unsafe - not road worthy - 4 year old vehicle - manufacturer aware of previous incidents with same damages to structure - not willing to repair unit. *Ak
Coolant leaked from the turbo charger onto the exhaust pipe, the liquid dripped through the pipe which caused fumes to escape into the cab of the vehicle. *Jb
Coolant leaked from the turbo charger onto the exhaust pipe, the liquid dripped through the pipes which caused fumes to escape in the cab of the vehicle.*Jb
The vehicle caught on fire, possibly related to a defective electrical system (freightliner fld132064t 2001). Nlm
Freightliner Classic: every year compared
All Classic years2001 Freightliner Classic vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 Freightliner Classic | 6 | 0 | D | |
| 2001 Freightliner Conventional | 7 | 0 | F | Compare |
| 2001 Freightliner FLD120 | 5 | 0 | D | Compare |
| 2001 Freightliner Century | 4 | 4 | C | Compare |
| 2001 Freightliner Columbia | 3 | 1 | C | Compare |
| 2001 Freightliner FLD | 1 | 4 | C | Compare |
| 2001 Freightliner Century Class | 1 | 0 | A | 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 2001 Freightliner Classic
Does the 2001 Freightliner Classic have any recalls?
NHTSA lists no recalls for the 2001 Freightliner Classic right now. Recalls can be announced at any time, and this page checks NHTSA every day. You can also check your exact vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2001 Freightliner Classic?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the engine & cooling (3), wheels & tires (1), body, doors & structure (1).
How many complaints has the 2001 Freightliner Classic had?
6 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on October 10, 2002 and the latest on April 4, 2006. Of these, 0 describe a crash and 1 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 2001 Freightliner Classic a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 39 out of 100 (grade D: more problems than a typical Freightliner Classic 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 Freightliner Classic years have the most complaints?
2001 (6), 1998 (2), 2000 (2). See every Freightliner Classic year compared.
What should I do if my 2001 Freightliner Classic 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