13
recalls
The Freightliner Classic XL has 13 recalls covering 217,899 vehicles as reported; model year 2008 is covered by the most (11).
Updated Oct 11, 2026 · recalls to Oct 6, 2026
Recalls
13
Most for 2008: 11
Units affected
218K
As reported
Overall stars
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Complaints, 12 mo
0
To Sep 2026
Do-not-drive
0
None
By model year
Which model years are covered by the most recalls, and which get the most complaints
Recalls by model year
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Parts recalled
Recalls of the Freightliner Classic XL by component
- Steering5 · 29K units
- Service brakes, air2 · 76K units
- Trailer hitches2 · 40K units
- Engine and engine cooling1 · 5,771 units
- Exterior lighting1 · 63K units
- Fuel system, gasoline1 · 4,299 units
- Service brakes, hydraulic1 · 141 units
Freightliner Classic XL recalls
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Questions and answers
Is the 2021 Freightliner Classic XL recalled?
Yes: 1 recall covers the 2021 Freightliner Classic XL. Check the recall pages below for what is wrong and the free fix; a dealer can tell if a single vehicle still needs the repair.
How many recalls does the Freightliner Classic XL have?
13 recalls cover the Freightliner Classic XL, for 217,899 vehicles as reported. The most common problem is steering (5 recalls).
A recall means the maker found a safety problem and offers a free fix; it does not mean every unit has the problem. Units affected are as reported by the company. Popular models sell more and so have more recalls and complaints. Official public data, updated daily. Models are written as published, so a few versions of one model can be listed under slightly different names.