Freightliner Freightliner years to avoid
Across 1967–2004, no single Freightliner year stands out as one to avoid by our thresholds. The 2001 drew the most complaints; 1991 the fewest.
188
Total complaints
75
Recall campaigns
1967–2004
Years covered
0
Years to avoid
Complaints by model year
Every Freightliner year
Common questions
What is the best year for the Freightliner Freightliner?
By complaint volume, 1991 has the cleanest NHTSA record among Freightliner years with enough data to compare.
How many recalls does the Freightliner Freightliner have?
Across all model years, the Freightliner has 75 distinct NHTSA recall campaigns and 188 consumer complaints on file.
Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.
Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.