2001 Freightliner Conventional recalls and problems

There are no safety recalls for the 2001 Freightliner Conventional, but owners have filed 7 complaints with NHTSA.

Recalls

Complaints

Crashes / fires

0 / 2

Injuries / deaths

1 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2001 Freightliner Conventional vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2001 Freightliner Conventional problems reported by owners

Problem area	Reports
Service Brakes, Air	3
Engine and Engine Cooling	1
Fuel System, Diesel	1
Power Train	1
Tires	1
Equipment Adaptive/Mobility	1
Engine	1

Most reported parts

Service Brakes, Air › Supply › Hoses, Lines/Piping, and Fittings — 1
Power Train › Axle Assembly — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 302,847 miles (median of owner reports).

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 2001 Freightliner Conventional complaints

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

Equipment Adaptive/Mobility · reported Aug 6, 2013

This truck attempted to transport a boat. It arrived and was in complete poor condition and was unable to perform the service I paid for. The they refused to refund my money and left. Their equipment need to be inspected. They pose a grave danger to vessels, motorist and people around.

Tires · reported Jun 29, 2011

2001 freightliner conventional, unit 1 and 2 were traveling westbound on the ohio turnpike. Unit 2 while traveling in the left lane was struck by debris from a blown tire from unit 1. Unit 1 was traveling in the center lane. (Ohio traffic crash report # 10-0382-91)

Power Train · reported Dec 22, 2003

Brakes on the left rear wheel of the vehicle's trailer caught on fire. The fire dept stated the rear brakes became hot and caught on fire due to lack of oil the trailer axle

Fuel System, Diesel · reported May 19, 2003

Fuel lift pump loses pressure over time causing integrated circuit in fuel system to fail to function. Driver of vehicle receives a warning light on dash,; the engine computer sometimes de-rates the engine and sometimes shuts off the engine. This has happened to one particular bus that shut off while driving down the road on a route. Bus taken to authorized dealership. If the dealership can reset the code and it doesn't fault, the vehicle is returned to us claiming no problems exist. The bus then dies out again. Lift pump malfunction also damages injector pump. Shortly after having the lift…

Engine and Engine Cooling · at 43,971 miles · reported Feb 20, 2003

2000/2001 freightliner school buses with the cat 3126 engine the injection pump high pressure oil feed line may burst causing engine failure or possible fire from spraying oil onto engine. We have had 16 occurances of this failure so far. One bus has had 2 failures.

Other Freightliner Conventional years

2007 200220012000

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2001 Freightliner Conventional have any recalls?

No. NHTSA has no safety recalls for the 2001 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 2001 Freightliner Conventional?

Owners report service brakes, air problems most often (3 reports), followed by engine and engine cooling (1). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 302,847 miles.

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.