5
recalls
The Freightliner FLC has 5 recalls covering 21,649 vehicles as reported; model year 1999 is covered by the most (2).
Updated Oct 11, 2026 · recalls to Oct 6, 2026
Recalls
5
Most for 1999: 2
Units affected
22K
As reported
Overall stars
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Not rated
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
How many recalls cover each model year. Hover a year for the count.
Parts recalled
Recalls of the Freightliner FLC by component
- Electrical system1 · 320 units
- Power train1 · 15K units
- Service brakes, air1 · 285 units
- Steering1 · 2,336 units
- Suspension1 · 4,048 units
Freightliner FLC recalls
Newest first
| Date | Recall | Hazard | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 27, 1999 | Freightliner FLC, FLD, FLN; Sterling L Line (1998-1999): Electrical systemNo. 99V181002 | Other or not stated | 320 |
| Mar 29, 1999 | Freightliner FLC, FLN, FS-65, MC (1999): Service brakes, airNo. 99V055002 | Other or not stated | 285 |
| Nov 4, 1997 | Freightliner FLB, FLC, FLD (1996): SuspensionNo. 97V196001 | Other or not stated | 4,048 |
| Mar 15, 1994 | Freightliner FLA, FLC, FLD, FLT (1986-1989): SteeringNo. 94V075000 | Crash risk | 2,336 |
| Dec 30, 1991 | Freightliner FLA, FLC, FLD (1991): Power trainNo. 91V224000 | Injury | 14,660 |
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Questions and answers
Is the 1999 Freightliner FLC recalled?
Yes: 2 recalls cover the 1999 Freightliner FLC. 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 FLC have?
5 recalls cover the Freightliner FLC, for 21,649 vehicles as reported. The most common problem is electrical system (1 recalls).
What do owners complain about most on the Freightliner FLC?
Suspension: named in 1 of the 1 safety complaints about the Freightliner FLC, then wheels (1). One complaint can name several components.
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.