NHTSA vehicle safety data
2000 Freightliner XC Recalls & Complaints
The 2000 Freightliner XC has 6 NHTSA recall campaigns and 2 owner complaints on file as of November 3, 2026. Recall repairs are usually free at an authorized Freightliner dealer.
NHTSA recall and complaint data for the 2000 Freightliner XC. Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
2000 Freightliner XC owner complaints
Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA about the 2000 Freightliner XC, describing incidents dated July 1, 2001 to August 15, 2022.
Most-cited components
- Engine 1 complaint
- Vehicle Speed Control 1 complaint
Newest complaints
ODI #11538677 · Filed
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…
ODI #896922 · Filed
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
FREIGHTLINER/THROTTLE CONTROL
NHTSA #01V115000 · Vehicle Speed Control · NHTSA notice
Reported April 13, 2001 · FREIGHTLINER CORPORATION
Potentially affected: 6,003 vehicles
Freightliner campaign FL-282 · Owners notified May 14, 2001 · Vehicles built September 1, 1999 – September 30, 2000 (per NHTSA)
Defect description
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.
Safety consequence
A LOSS OF THROTTLE CONTROL COULD OCCUR, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Manufacturer 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 CONTACT FREIGHTLINER AT 1-800-547-0712.
Notes
ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
FREIGHTLINER/VALVE STEM
NHTSA #00V427000 · Tires — Valve · NHTSA notice
Reported December 29, 2000 · FREIGHTLINER CORPORATION
Potentially affected: 3,446 vehicles
Freightliner campaign FL-277 · Owners notified April 3, 2001 · Vehicles built April 30, 1999 – March 10, 2000 (per NHTSA)
Defect description
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: RV CHASSIS. THE VALVE STEM ON THE REAR INNER TIRE COULD RUB AGAINST THE WHEEL AND DEVELOP A LEAK.
Safety consequence
A LOSS OF AIR ON THE INNER TIRE COULD OVERLOAD THE OUTER TIRE IF UNDETECTED, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Manufacturer remedy
DEALERS WILL INSTALL A VALVE STEM EXTENSION STABILIZER.
Notes
OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN APRIL 3, 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 CONTACT FREIGHTLINER AT 1-800-547-0712. ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
FREIGHTLINER/ELECTRONIC ACCELERATOR PEDAL
NHTSA #00V230002 · Vehicle Speed Control — Accelerator Pedal · NHTSA notice
Reported September 5, 2000 · FREIGHTLINER CORPORATION
Potentially affected: 5,032 vehicles
Freightliner campaign FL-271 · Owners notified January 23, 2001 · Vehicles built December 1, 1997 – August 4, 2000 (per NHTSA)
Defect description
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.
Safety consequence
THIS CONDITION COULD CAUSE THE PEDAL TO GO TO FULL THROTTLE IF BOTH RETURN SPRINGS BREAK, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Manufacturer 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.
Notes
OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN JANUARY 23, 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 CONTACT FREIGHTLINER AT 1-800-547-0712. ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
FREIGHTLINER/REAR WHEEL COVERS
NHTSA #00V248000 · Wheels — Hub · NHTSA notice
Reported August 29, 2000 · FREIGHTLINER CORPORATION
Potentially affected: 3,400 vehicles
Freightliner campaign FL-270 · Owners notified December 1, 2000 · Vehicles built May 1, 1999 – April 30, 2000 (per NHTSA)
Defect description
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: RECREATIONAL VEHICLE CHASSIS. THE COMPONENTS THAT RETAIN THE REAR AXLE WHEEL COVERS MAY HAVE BEEN DAMAGED DURING INSTALLATION.
Safety consequence
THIS CAN RESULT IN A SEPARATION OF THE WHEEL COVER, INCREASING THE RISK OF PROPERTY DAMAGE TO FOLLOWING VEHICLES.
Manufacturer remedy
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE WHEEL COVERS WITH A DIFFERENT DESIGN THAT HAS AN IMPROVED MEANS OF RETENTION.
Notes
OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN DECEMBER 2000.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 CONTACT FREIGHTLINER AT 1-800-547-0712.ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
FREIGHTLINER/SLACK ADJUSTER
NHTSA #00V247000 · Service Brakes, Hydraulic — Foundation Components — Drum · NHTSA notice
Reported August 29, 2000 · FREIGHTLINER CORPORATION
Potentially affected: 524 vehicles
Freightliner campaign FL-269 · Owners notified January 30, 2001 · Vehicles built January 1, 1997 – June 30, 2000 (per NHTSA)
Defect description
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.
Safety consequence
THIS CAN RESULT IN DIMINISHED BRAKING EFFORT, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Manufacturer remedy
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE SLACK ADJUSTERS WITH ONE THAT WILL PROVIDE CLEARANCE.
Notes
OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN JANUARY 30, 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 CONTACT FREIGHTLINER AT 1-800-547-0712.ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
FREIGHTLINER/PART 567/CERTIFICATION
NHTSA #00V040000 · Equipment — Other — Labels · NHTSA notice
Reported February 15, 2000 · FREIGHTLINER CORPORATION
Potentially affected: 15,000 vehicles
Freightliner campaign FL-253 · Owners notified November 27, 2000 · Vehicles built May 1, 1996 – January 1, 2000 (per NHTSA)
Defect description
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."
Safety consequence
THIS COULD RESULT IN IMPROPER INFLATION OF THE TIRES FOR THE GROSS AXLE WEIGHT RATING LISTED FOR THE CHASSIS.
Manufacturer remedy
OWNERS WILL BE MAILED AN OVERLAY WITH THE CORRECT TIRE PRESSURE.
Notes
OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN NOVEMBER 27, 2000. OWNERS WHO DO NOT RECEIVE A NEW LABELWITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT FREIGHTLINER AT 1-800-547-0712.ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
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