2008 Freightliner MT45 recalls and problems

The 2008 Freightliner MT45 has 1 safety recall and 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Freightliner dealer.

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Complaints
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Crashes / fires
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Injuries / deaths
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Recalls may cover only some 2008 Freightliner MT45 vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2008 Freightliner MT45 recalls

Recall 10V-472: Engine and Engine Cooling

Reported Oct 8, 2010 · 58 vehicles affected · DAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA

Problem: Daimler trucks is recalling certain model year 2007 through 2010 freightliner business class m2, custom chassis mt45, s2 chassis, and stering acterra vehicles manufactured from october 5, 2006, through may 24, 2010, equipped with epa 2007 mbe 900 detroit diesel engines. Engine software may not react properly to certain aftermarket treatment device fault codes. The software may unnecessarily shutdown a vehicle or may fail to shutdown a vehicle with an aftermarket device over-temp fault.

Risk: Unexpected shutdown of a vehicle may increase the risk of a crash. Overheating of the aftertreatment device without engine shutdown may result in a fire.

Fix: Daimler trucks will notify owners and repairs will be performed by detroit diesel free of charge. The safety recall began on december 30, 2010. Owners may contact daimler trucks at 1-800-547-0712.

2008 Freightliner MT45 problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Suspension1

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 2008 Freightliner MT45 complaints

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

Suspension · reported Feb 16, 2010
I have a freightliner step van and I work for fedex. I bought this van brand new almost two years ago and ever since I started driving it I noticed that the suspension was terrible. The vehicle push and pulls all over the road, the front end makes noises like something is loose, and it sways all over the road. I have been in contact with corporate freightliner and they did change the front leaf springs(So called flat style leaf spring). It made a little improvement, but the noises still persist and it still is all over the road. This van does things that I never thought a van could do. The van…

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2008 Freightliner MT45 have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2008 Freightliner MT45: 10V-472 (engine and engine cooling). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2008 Freightliner MT45?

Owners report suspension problems most often (1 reports).

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.