- 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
1991 Freightliner FLD Problems, complaints & recalls
No owner complaints about the 1991 Freightliner FLD have been filed with NHTSA. It is covered by 3 recalls, the latest in August 1997 for the switch.
NHTSA data checked
BFewer problems than a typical FLD year, for its age
- Complaints
- 0
- Recalls
- 3
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
1991 Freightliner FLD recalls 3
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
- The interaxle driveline u-joints may fail at low mileage due to a lack of lubrication in the u-joint during the assembly process.
- The risk
- The driveline could separate without prior warning whichcould result in vehicle damage to trucks, nearby vehicles, and injury to anyonein the area when driveline separation occurs.
- The fix
- REMOVE AND REPLACE THE INTERAXLE U-JOINTS.
- The problem
- Malformed steering wheel center section could result in a fracture of the upper hub casting. This may lead to separation of the steering wheel from the steering column mounting hub.
- The risk
- Fractured upper hub casting could result in loss ofsteering control without warning and an accident.
- The fix
- Remove and replace the upper hub casting and install a hub plate.
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No owner has filed a complaint about this vehicle with NHTSA. If yours has a problem, share it here and report it to NHTSA.
Freightliner FLD: every year compared
All FLD years1991 Freightliner FLD vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1991 Freightliner FLD | 0 | 3 | B | |
| 1991 Freightliner Conventional | 2 | 0 | A | Compare |
| 1991 Freightliner Class 8 | 1 | 1 | - | Compare |
| 1991 Freightliner Fla | 1 | 4 | F | 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 1991 Freightliner FLD
Does the 1991 Freightliner FLD have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 1991 Freightliner FLD: switch (August 1997); universal joint (December 1991); steering wheel / handle bar (June 1991). 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 1991 Freightliner FLD had?
None have been filed with NHTSA so far.
Is the 1991 Freightliner FLD a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 66 out of 100 (grade B: fewer problems than a typical Freightliner FLD 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 FLD years have the most complaints?
1998 (2), 1996 (1), 2001 (1). See every Freightliner FLD year compared.
What should I do if my 1991 Freightliner FLD 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