Tl* the contact owns a 2001 freightliner fld120. The contact stated that while driving approximately 55 mph and shifting into high gear, the vehicle would not respond and would perform sluggishly. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where they advised the contact that the high range performing box needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and they offered no assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 25,000. The vin was unavailable.
Vehicle safety record
2001 Freightliner FLD120 Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 5 complaints about the 2001 Freightliner FLD120 with NHTSA, most often about the engine & cooling (2) and the suspension (2). There are no recalls for it.
NHTSA data checked
DMore problems than a typical FLD120 year, for its age
#248 most complained-about 2001 vehicle
- Complaints
- 5
- Recalls
- 0
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 2001 Freightliner FLD120 problems
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No recalls for the 2001 Freightliner FLD120
NHTSA lists no recalls for the 2001 Freightliner FLD120. Recalls can be announced at any time - this page updates daily.
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5 complaints about the 2001 Freightliner FLD120
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
2001 Freightliner fld120 semi tractor engine failed and caused oil and debris to leak onto the roadway. Another motorist ran over the oil and debris. *Bf the semi had a hole in the left front oil pan. Ohio traffic crash report # 10-0654-90. *Jb updated 04/14/10 *bf
Consumer received a safety campaign notice on 11/24/2003 from the manufacturer about a fuel leak in the engine. *Ak
Axle #1 left side front hanger is loose causing axle to shift. Nlm
The front spring hangar is loose on the frame, this is causing the axle to shift. *Slc
Freightliner FLD120: every year compared
All FLD120 years2001 Freightliner FLD120 vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 Freightliner FLD120 | 5 | 0 | D | |
| 2001 Freightliner Conventional | 7 | 0 | F | Compare |
| 2001 Freightliner Classic | 6 | 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 FLD120
Does the 2001 Freightliner FLD120 have any recalls?
NHTSA lists no recalls for the 2001 Freightliner FLD120 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 FLD120?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the engine & cooling (2), suspension (2), transmission & drivetrain (1).
How many complaints has the 2001 Freightliner FLD120 had?
5 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on November 6, 2000 and the latest on December 27, 2011. Of these, 0 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 2001 Freightliner FLD120 a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 32 out of 100 (grade D: more problems than a typical Freightliner FLD120 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 FLD120 years have the most complaints?
2001 (5), 1996 (2), 1992 (1). See every Freightliner FLD120 year compared.
What should I do if my 2001 Freightliner FLD120 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