- The problem
- 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 risk
- If the turn signal function is lost, following motorists would not be aware of the turning vehicle, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
- The fix
- Dealers will inspect these vehicles and tighten any loose bolts and in the turn signal switch within 2 years from the date of the recall notification letter. The shoulder bolt will be removed, cleaned, and reinstalled with loctite. Owners can also request loctite and repair instructions so they can fix the vehicles themselves.
Vehicle safety record
1994 Freightliner FLB Problems, complaints & recalls
No owner complaints about the 1994 Freightliner FLB have been filed with NHTSA. It is covered by 5 recalls, the latest in August 1997 for the switch.
NHTSA data checked
FFar more problems than a typical FLB year, for its age
- Complaints
- 0
- Recalls
- 5
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
1994 Freightliner FLB recalls 5
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
- The problem
- Vehicle description: heavy duty trucks equipped with horton fan drives. The fan drive control system was reconfigured which resulted in a significant increase in the demand for fan activation and associated stress to electrical and mechanical components. Various component failure models, combined with characteristics of the fan clutch and its bearings, can cause fan clutch bearings to fail prematurely and result in a locked fan.
- The risk
- If the fan is locked, the the system calls for the fan to be on, the fan clutch will slip, generate heat, and unless released, will result in a fire.
- The fix
- Dealers will replace the fan clutch drive disc with one that incorporates a thermally activated pressure relief.
- The problem
- The glass in the swing-out side window can separate from the window frame.
- The risk
- The glass separating from the frame can cause personal injury or a hazard to other vehicles if separation occurs while the truckis in motion.
- The fix
- Dealers will replace the swing-out side windows with a side window retained by adhesive.
- The problem
- Air system blockage in the air dryer occurs degrading the moisture removing capabilities of the dryer when the vehicle is operated in a cold environment and moisture accumulates and freezes in the air dryer or in the line between the dryer and the air system reservoir. The air dryer can become over pressurized causing the air dryer cartridge to separate from the mounting base.
- The risk
- If the air dryer separates from the base, the cartridgecan separate sufficiently enough to cause personal injury or property damage.
- The fix
- Dealers will equip air systems with a pressure relief valve to be located between the compressor and the air dryer. This pressure relief valve is intended to vent if excessive pressure develops in the air dryer.
- The problem
- A larger than specified screw was used to mount a power junction stud block to the passenger side of the engine tunnel. The larger screw did not allow adequate clearance between the screw head and the ring terminals which attach to the stud. Contact between the ring terminals and the screw head can cause an electrical short circuit.
- The risk
- Electrical short circuits in the engine compartment can lead to possible fires without prior warning.
- The fix
- Correct size mounting fasteners will be installed to replace the oversize screws. These will be recessed into the mounting block and cannot come into contact with the ring terminals.
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Freightliner FLB: every year compared
All FLB years1994 Freightliner FLB vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1994 Freightliner FLB | 0 | 5 | F | |
| 1994 Freightliner FL-70 | 2 | 4 | C | Compare |
| 1994 Freightliner Conventional | 1 | 0 | A | Compare |
| 1994 Freightliner FL60 | 1 | 1 | 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 1994 Freightliner FLB
Does the 1994 Freightliner FLB have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 5 recalls for the 1994 Freightliner FLB: switch (August 1997); fan (November 1996); windshield (May 1995); hoses, lines / piping, and fittings (April 1995) and more. Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.
How many complaints has the 1994 Freightliner FLB had?
None have been filed with NHTSA so far.
Is the 1994 Freightliner FLB a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 8 out of 100 (grade F: far more problems than a typical Freightliner FLB 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.
What should I do if my 1994 Freightliner FLB 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