Freightliner Recalls
505 recalls on record · March 14, 1967 to July 22, 2026 · Vehicle Equipment, Vehicles
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Count of recall notices naming this brand, by the year the recall was announced. A quiet year is not proof of a safe year.
July 22, 2026VehiclesNHTSA
Freightliner, Fccc 2026–2027 Exterior Lighting recall
Hazard: Insufficient low beam headlight illumination can reduce driver visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
February 4, 2026VehiclesNHTSA
Freightliner 2024–2025 Steering recall
Hazard: A lack of lubrication may cause binding gears and difficulty steering, increasing the risk of a crash.
November 4, 2025VehiclesNHTSA
Freightliner, Western Star 2020–2026 Suspension recall
Hazard: A loss of vehicle control increases the risk of a crash.
September 11, 2025VehiclesNHTSA
Freightliner, Fccc, Western Star 2024–2026 Steering recall
Hazard: A loss of vehicle steering control increases the risk of a crash.
August 6, 2025VehiclesNHTSA
Freightliner 2022–2024 Steering recall
Hazard: A steering shaft that detaches can result in a loss of steering, increasing the risk of a crash.
June 27, 2025VehiclesNHTSA
Freightliner 2026 Fuel System, Other recall
Hazard: Damaged wiring harnesses and brake lines can cause a loss of brake function and increase the risk of a crash. A damaged fuel line increases the risk of a fire.
May 7, 2025VehiclesNHTSA
Freightliner, Western Star 2025 Service Brakes, Air recall
Hazard: Reduced brake performance can extend the distance required to stop, increasing the risk of a crash.
March 25, 2025VehiclesNHTSA
Freightliner, Western Star 2025–2026 Exterior Lighting recall
Hazard: Brake lights that fail increase the risk of a crash.
March 12, 2025VehiclesNHTSA
Freightliner 2020–2026 Electrical System recall
Hazard: A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
December 11, 2024VehiclesNHTSA
Freightliner 2015–2020 Engine And Engine Cooling recall
Hazard: An unexpected engine shutdown can delay emergency responders and increase the risk of injury.
August 1, 2024VehiclesNHTSA
Freightliner, Western Star 2025 Steering recall
Hazard: Tie rod failure can cause a loss of vehicle steering control and increase the risk of a crash.
June 4, 2024VehiclesNHTSA
Freightliner, Western Star, Fccc 2025 Steering recall
Hazard: Tie rod separation can cause a sudden loss of steering control and increase the risk of a crash.
May 14, 2024VehiclesNHTSA
Freightliner 2024–2025 Parking Brake recall
Hazard: Park brake failure or unexpected park brake engagement while driving increases the risk of a crash.
December 22, 2023VehiclesNHTSA
Freightliner 2024 Power Train recall
Hazard: When shifted into PARK, the transmission will actually be in NEUTRAL, increasing the risk of a vehicle rollaway and crash.
December 21, 2023VehiclesNHTSA
Freightliner, Mercedes-benz 2020 Structure recall
Hazard: Reduced vehicle control increases the risk of a crash. Additionally, the propeller shaft may damage the fuel tank during a crash, causing a leak and increasing the risk of a fire.
November 2, 2023VehiclesNHTSA
Freightliner 2024 Engine recall
Hazard: A rear lifting bracket that detaches while the engine is being lifted can result in the engine falling or swinging, increasing the risk of injury.
August 1, 2023VehiclesNHTSA
Freightliner 2023 Power Train recall
Hazard: A broken driveshaft can separate and cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
July 6, 2023VehiclesNHTSA
Freightliner 2023–2024 Power Train recall
Hazard: An undetectable and sudden loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.
June 28, 2023VehiclesNHTSA
Freightliner 2023–2024 Electronic Stability Control (Esc) recall
Hazard: An impaired electronic stability control program may have a delayed response or insufficient braking force when activated, increasing the risk of a crash.
April 26, 2023VehiclesNHTSA
Freightliner, Western Star 2020–2024 Electronic Stability Control (Esc) recall
Hazard: Understeering during a J-turn may increase the risk of a crash.
March 28, 2023VehiclesNHTSA
Freightliner, Western Star 2020–2021 Exterior Lighting recall
Hazard: Hazard warning lights that flash improperly may cause confusion for other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
February 20, 2023VehiclesNHTSA
Freightliner 2019–2021 Steering recall
Hazard: Drag link separation can cause a complete loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
February 10, 2023VehiclesNHTSA
Freightliner, Western Star 2017–2023 Electronic Stability Control (Esc) recall
Hazard: Brakes that pull to one side may cause a sudden change in vehicle direction, increasing the risk of a crash.
February 9, 2023VehiclesNHTSA
Freightliner 2021–2023 Equipment recall
Hazard: A loose mounting pivot bolt may cause the upper bunk to fall, increasing the risk of injury.
December 12, 2022VehiclesNHTSA
Freightliner, Western Star 2019–2023 Tires recall
Hazard: Driving with tires that are not compatible with their rims can reduce tire performance, increasing the risk of a crash.
November 1, 2022VehiclesNHTSA
Freightliner, Western Star 2017–2023 Service Brakes, Air recall
Hazard: Brakes that pull to one side during an ACC braking event may cause a sudden change in vehicle direction, increasing the risk of a crash.
June 30, 2022VehiclesNHTSA
Freightliner 2022 Parking Brake recall
Hazard: A vehicle rollaway increases the risk of a crash.
June 24, 2022VehiclesNHTSA
Freightliner 2022 Service Brakes, Air recall
Hazard: An ABS system that does not store fault codes may fail to warn the driver of an issue, or prevent proper repair. Either of these scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.
June 22, 2022VehiclesNHTSA
Freightliner 2022 Service Brakes recall
Hazard: A loss of braking ability can increase the risk of a crash.
June 3, 2022VehiclesNHTSA
Freightliner 2023 Steering recall
Hazard: Loss of steering control can increase the risk of a crash.