2000 FREIGHTLINER XC — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
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Safety Rating
2
Owner Complaints
6
Recalls
0
Service Bulletins
0
Investigations
Overview of the 2000 FREIGHTLINER XC
The 2000 FREIGHTLINER XC has received a total of 2 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There have been 6 recall campaigns affecting this vehicle, covering issues with VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, TIRES:VALVE, SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DRUM. The most commonly reported problem area is the Engine (1 complaint).
Recalls for the 2000 FREIGHTLINER XC
NHTSA has recorded 6 recalls for the 2000 FREIGHTLINER XC, potentially affecting up to 33,405 vehicles.
Recall 01V115000 — VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
| 6,003 vehicles affected
Defect: VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: RECREATIONAL VEHICLE CHASSIS. A LOSS OF THROTTLE CONTROL (ENGINE WILL RETURN TO IDLE) COULD OCCUR WHEN THE EXHAUST BRAKE HAS BEEN ACTIVATED, THE BRAKES ARE APPLIED, AND THE VEHICLE IS COMING TO A STOP.
Consequence: A LOSS OF THROTTLE CONTROL COULD OCCUR, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPROGRAM THE ENGINE CONTROL MODULE. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN MAY 14, 2001. 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...
View full details →Recall 00V427000 — TIRES:VALVE
| 3,446 vehicles affected
Defect: VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: RV CHASSIS. THE VALVE STEM ON THE REAR INNER TIRE COULD RUB AGAINST THE WHEEL AND DEVELOP A LEAK.
Consequence: A LOSS OF AIR ON THE INNER TIRE COULD OVERLOAD THE OUTER TIRE IF UNDETECTED, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSTALL A VALVE STEM EXTENSION STABILIZER.
View full details →Recall 00V247000 — SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DRUM
| 524 vehicles affected
Defect: VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: RECREATIONAL VEHICLE CHASSIS. INTERFERENCE CAN OCCUR BETWEEN THE STEER AXLE SLACK ADJUSTERS AND THE AXLE KNUCKLE POST DURING A FULL WHEEL CUT WITH THE BRAKES APPLIED.
Consequence: THIS CAN RESULT IN DIMINISHED BRAKING EFFORT, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE SLACK ADJUSTERS WITH ONE THAT WILL PROVIDE CLEARANCE.
View full details →Recall 00V230002 — VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:ACCELERATOR PEDAL
| 5,032 vehicles affected
Defect: VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: CHASSIS BUILT WITH CATERPILLAR ENGINES AND EQUIPPED WITH FELSTED ELECTRONIC ACCELERATOR PEDALS. THE RETURN SPRINGS CAN BREAK ON THE ACCELERATOR PEDALS THAT ARE EQUIPPED WITH STAINLESS STEEL OR ELECTROPLATED MUSIC WIRE RETURN SPRINGS.
Consequence: THIS CONDITION COULD CAUSE THE PEDAL TO GO TO FULL THROTTLE IF BOTH RETURN SPRINGS BREAK, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy: REPLACEMENT ACCELERATOR PEDALS EQUIPPED WITH RETURN SPRINGS MANUFACTURED OF MUSIC WIRE WITH ONE ADDITIONAL COIL ON EACH SPRING AND WITH AN ORGANIC COATING, ELIMINATING ELECTROPLATING WILL BE INSTALLED.
View full details →Recall 00V248000 — WHEELS:HUB
| 3,400 vehicles affected
Defect: VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: RECREATIONAL VEHICLE CHASSIS. THE COMPONENTS THAT RETAIN THE REAR AXLE WHEEL COVERS MAY HAVE BEEN DAMAGED DURING INSTALLATION.
Consequence: THIS CAN RESULT IN A SEPARATION OF THE WHEEL COVER, INCREASING THE RISK OF PROPERTY DAMAGE TO FOLLOWING VEHICLES.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE WHEEL COVERS WITH A DIFFERENT DESIGN THAT HAS AN IMPROVED MEANS OF RETENTION.
View full details →Recall 00V040000 — EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
| 15,000 vehicles affected
Defect: VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: MOTOR HOME CHASSIS. THE TIRE PRESSURE ON THE CERTIFICATION LABELS ARE INCORRECT FOR THE DESIGNATED GROSS AXLE WEIGHT RATING. THIS DOES NOT COMPLY WITH REQUIREMENTS OF PART 567, "CERTIFICATION."
Consequence: THIS COULD RESULT IN IMPROPER INFLATION OF THE TIRES FOR THE GROSS AXLE WEIGHT RATING LISTED FOR THE CHASSIS.
Remedy: OWNERS WILL BE MAILED AN OVERLAY WITH THE CORRECT TIRE PRESSURE.
View full details →Owner Complaints for the 2000 FREIGHTLINER XC
2 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2000 FREIGHTLINER XC. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Most Recent Complaints
The contact owns a 2000 Freightliner XC. The contact stated while driving 60 MPH, the check engine warning light illuminated, and the vehicle lost motive power. The contact veered to the side of the road. The contact stated that he turned off and restarted the vehicle, and the vehicle responded as needed. The contact was able to continue driving. The contact stated that the failure had been recurring while driving. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The dealer was notified of the failure. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and informed the contact that the VIN was not included in any recalls. The failure mileage was approximately 35,000.
WHEN COMING DOWN A HILL AND YOU USING BRAKES VEHICLE WILL LOSE THROTTLE CONTROL. CONSUMER HAS TO SAFELY GET VEHICLE TO THE SIDE OF ROAD. CONSUMER WILL THEN TURN OFF VEHICLE, AND IT WILL START RIGHT BACK UP AGAIN. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION.*AK
Safety Rating for the 2000 FREIGHTLINER XC
NHTSA has not yet tested the 2000 FREIGHTLINER XC in its New Car Assessment Program.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2000 FREIGHTLINER XC
No technical service bulletins have been reported for this vehicle.
NHTSA Investigations for the 2000 FREIGHTLINER XC
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
Other Model Years of the FREIGHTLINER XC
- 1996 FREIGHTLINER XC — 0 complaints
- 1997 FREIGHTLINER XC — 3 complaints
- 1998 FREIGHTLINER XC — 0 complaints
- 1999 FREIGHTLINER XC — 4 complaints
- 2000 FREIGHTLINER XC (current)
- 2001 FREIGHTLINER XC — 0 complaints
- 2004 FREIGHTLINER XC — 3 complaints
- 2005 FREIGHTLINER XC — 1 complaint
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- FREIGHTLINER FREIGHTLINER — 188 total complaints
- FREIGHTLINER CONVENTIONAL — 117 total complaints
- FREIGHTLINER COLUMBIA — 110 total complaints
- FREIGHTLINER CENTURY — 76 total complaints
- FREIGHTLINER SPRINTER 2500 — 64 total complaints
- FREIGHTLINER BUSINESS CLASS M2 — 62 total complaints
- FREIGHTLINER FL-70 — 50 total complaints