- The problem
- The windshield wiper arm support cracks where the wiper arm pivot mounts to the support brackets causing failure of the system.
- The risk
- Failure of the windshield wiper system reduces drivervisibility in inclement weather which could result in an accident.
- The fix
- Remove and replace the windshield wiper arm support bracket with a redesigned support bracket.
Vehicle safety record
1992 Freightliner MB80 Problems, complaints & recalls
No owner complaints about the 1992 Freightliner MB80 have been filed with NHTSA. It is covered by 1 recall, the latest in September 1993 for the windshield wiper / washer.
NHTSA data checked
Rated once enough MB80 years are on file
- Complaints
- 0
- Recalls
- 1
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
1992 Freightliner MB80 recalls 1
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
What owners say
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No complaints about the 1992 Freightliner MB80 yet
Freightliner MB80: every year compared
All MB80 years1992 Freightliner MB80 vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1992 Freightliner MB80 | 0 | 1 | - | |
| 1992 Freightliner Conventional | 2 | 0 | A | Compare |
| 1992 Freightliner Freightliner | 2 | 3 | B | Compare |
| 1992 Freightliner FLD120 | 1 | 1 | D | 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 1992 Freightliner MB80
Does the 1992 Freightliner MB80 have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 1992 Freightliner MB80: windshield wiper / washer (September 1993). 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 1992 Freightliner MB80 had?
None have been filed with NHTSA so far.
What should I do if my 1992 Freightliner MB80 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