2000 Freightliner FLD120 recalls and problems

There are no safety recalls for the 2000 Freightliner FLD120, but owners have filed 8 complaints with NHTSA.

Recalls

Complaints

Crashes / fires

0 / 1

Injuries / deaths

1 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2000 Freightliner FLD120 vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2000 Freightliner FLD120 problems reported by owners

Problem area	Reports
Suspension	5
Bracket	3
Tires	2
Structure	1
Parking Brake	1
Wheels	1

Most reported parts

Suspension › Front › Springs › Leaf Spring Assembly › Hanger — 3
Structure › Frame and Members — 1
Parking Brake › Conventional — 1
Tires › Tread/Belt — 1
Suspension › Front › Hub — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 179,000 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 2000 Freightliner FLD120 complaints

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

Wheels · reported Oct 5, 2009

My husband was involved in an accident with a 2000 freightliner conventional fld120 semi tractor. I need to know if this vehicle was ever subject to a recall. The NHTSA action number is pe02088 and the NHTSA campaign id number is 03v112000. My question is very specific. Was this VIN number subject to a recall?

Parking Brake · at 105,000 miles · reported May 9, 2006

S-cam on steer axle broke off which causes loss of braking on that axle. Had to a wrecker haul my semi-tractor and trailer to a repair garage. I had to have the s-cam unit replaced and the brakes readjusted.

Structure · reported Mar 17, 2000

The left rear frame rail is twisted, bent and sagging confirmed by 4 frame shop inspections causing the large truck to handle with difficulty and safely. This is causing unnecessary rapid tire wear and is a danger to the public on the road. Frieghtliner has said by their own district service manager, paul newman, that this is a non-issue and after all the professionals reports he, the dsm, said he sees nothing wrong and will therefore not replace the truck with a buy-back nor will he authorize any repairs. He, paul newman, offered us 2 new steer tires and another (4th) alignment just to see…

Suspension · reported Dec 19, 1999

Consumer noticed the tractor leaned severely to the drivers side,and reported to the authorized repair facility,after their inspection the drivers side spring was apparently defective or weak,then ordered a new spring and installed it,when I picked the tractor from the repair facility, still leaned as much as before, no change had occurred,they suggested that the passenger side spring may be impoperly arched,they replaced passenger side spring with old spring no change,consumer contact delta truck center they said apparently freightliner corp. Had a run of trucks where somewhere down the line…

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2000 Freightliner FLD120 have any recalls?

No. NHTSA has no safety recalls for the 2000 Freightliner FLD120 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 FLD120?

Owners report suspension problems most often (5 reports), followed by bracket (3). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 179,000 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.