2000 Freightliner Conventional recalls and problems

There are no safety recalls for the 2000 Freightliner Conventional, but owners have filed 12 complaints with NHTSA.

Recalls

Complaints

Crashes / fires

2 / 3

Injuries / deaths

2 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2000 Freightliner Conventional vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2000 Freightliner Conventional problems reported by owners

Problem area	Reports
Tires	5
Engine and Engine Cooling	2
Electrical System	2
Unknown or Other	2
Steering	1
Fuel System, Gasoline	1
Wheels	1

Most reported parts

Steering › Steering Wheel/Handle Bar — 1
Fuel System, Gasoline › Storage › Tank Assembly — 1
Engine and Engine Cooling › Engine — 1
Wheels › Lugs/Nuts/Bolts/Studs — 1
Engine and Engine Cooling › Engine › Diesel — 1

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2000 Freightliner Conventional complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Unknown or Other · reported Apr 28, 2023

My name is [XXX]. I am an attorney in Cincinnati, Ohio. I would like to report a safety defect with a semi trailer that lacked a rear underride guard. On October 21, 2020, my client, [XXX] was catastrophically injured in a collision in Metcalfe County, Kentucky, when a tractor trailer impacted the rear of [XXX]Pontiac G6, shoving the G6 into the semi-trailer stopped ahead of [XXX] at a red light. [XXX] vehicle underrode the left rear and side of the trailer, causing extensive passenger compartment intrusion and severe, permanent injuries to [XXX]. This is just one instance of serious…

Engine and Engine Cooling · reported Jun 29, 2011

2000 freightliner conventional, driver stated he was driving when notice smoke was coming into the engine compartment. He pulled to the right berm and once he did, flames erupted. (Ohio traffic crash report # 10-0356-90)

Unknown or Other · reported May 5, 2010

Greetings, there is a coleman oil tanker truck in spokane, wa that never stops at the two railroad tracks in front of our business. Why does every other truck driver stop, yet he does not? He is truck #50 with an idaho license number [xxx] . He has a few marker lights not working on his tanker, too. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (Foia), 5 U.S.c. 552(B)(6).

Tires · reported Jun 18, 2008

2000 freightliner conventional right front tire failed causing driver to lose control. The consumer drove off the right side of the road striking a mile post and then driving into the ditch and overturned onto the left side. The driver received a small bump on his head. Ohio traffic crash report # 19-0393-90 updated 04/15/10

Tires · reported Jun 26, 2007

2000 freightliner conventional front passenger side tire came off rolling and striking another vehicle. (Ohio traffic crash report)

Other Freightliner Conventional years

2007 2002 20012000

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2000 Freightliner Conventional have any recalls?

No. NHTSA has no safety recalls for the 2000 Freightliner Conventional as of this update. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the latest status.

What is the most common problem with the 2000 Freightliner Conventional?

Owners report tires problems most often (5 reports), followed by engine and engine cooling (2).

Are Freightliner recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Freightliner dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.