2000 Freightliner XLS recalls and problems

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

2000 Freightliner XLS recalls

Recall 00V-229: Power Train

Reported Aug 17, 2000 · 594 vehicles affected · FREIGHTLINER CORPORATION

Problem: Vehicle description: heavy duty trucks, shuttle buses, transit buses and step vans equipped with allison 1000 or 2400 series transmissions. These transmissions can experience park pawl to rear cover interference due to an out of flatness condition.

Risk: This could cause non-engagement of the park pawl when the transmission shift selector is moved to the park position, resulting in unintended vehicle movement and a vehicle crash without prior warning.

Fix: Allison transmission is conducting the owner notification and remedy for this campaign. Dealers will remove the transmission from the vehicle, replace the park pawl, and reinstall the transmission in the vehicle. Owner notification is expected to begin during september 2000. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact allison at 1-800-252-5283 or freightliner at 1-800-547-0712.

2000 Freightliner XLS problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Engine and Engine Cooling1

Most reported parts

  • Engine and Engine Cooling › Engine › Gasoline — 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 XLS complaints

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

Engine and Engine Cooling · reported Sep 6, 2000
Motor blew at 4200 miles. Has had 3 cylinder heads replaced. Mufflers have gone bad within 600 miles causing excessive vibration in cab.

Other Freightliner XLS years

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2000 Freightliner XLS have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2000 Freightliner XLS: 00V-229 (power train). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

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

Owners report engine and engine cooling 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.