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1991-1997 · 7 model years
Freightliner FL60 Problems by year
Owners have filed 1 complaints about the Freightliner FL60 across 7 model years, and it has 6 recalls. The 1994 has the most complaints once its age is allowed for (1). The most reported problem area is the suspension.
- Complaints
- 1
- Recalls
- 6
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
FL60 complaints by model year
Highlighted: the year with the most complaints for its age. Older vehicles have had more time to collect complaints - the Safety Index grade allows for that.
Most common FL60 problems
Freightliner FL60 recalls 6
Vehicle description: heavy duty truck. The shoulder bolt which holds the grote turn signal switch case and components together can loosen resulting in the turn signal malfunctioning.
The windshield wiper arm support cracks where the wiper arm pivot mounts to the support brackets causing failure of the system.
As the brake pads wear, the brake caliper travel may be limited by interference with the main support member (z-bar spring) of the suspension.
Reservoir interior paint was allowed to enter the air reservoir check valve, and the valve is not properly seated.
The hook size of the throttle return spring is too small resulting in a tight fit around the anchor nut, causing the throttle return spring to break prematurely.
Latest FL60 complaints
A crack was discovered above the differentials on the chassis. Manufacturer has been notified. Please provide further information. Ts
Questions about the Freightliner FL60
Which Freightliner FL60 years have the most problems?
By the number of complaints owners filed with NHTSA: 1994 (1). Allowing for how long each has been on the road, the 1994 stands out most. Complaint counts also rise with sales, so compare years of the same model rather than different models.
Which Freightliner FL60 years have the fewest complaints?
What are the most common Freightliner FL60 problems?
Across every model year, owners report problems with the suspension (1) most often.
How many recalls does the Freightliner FL60 have?
NHTSA lists 6 recalls across all Freightliner FL60 model years. Each year's page lists the recalls for that year; check your own vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether the repair has been done.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked daily. Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data