Reliability & 5-year cost of ownership — 2001 Freightliner MT45
NHTSA data on file today
The 2001 Freightliner MT45 has 3 NHTSA recall campaigns and 1 owner complaint on file as of . Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
Recall campaigns on file
- NHTSA #05V138000 FMVSS 120/ TIRE INFORMATION RATING NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #01V116000 FREIGHTLINER/ELECTRICAL RELAY CORROSION NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #01V117000 FREIGHTLINER/BACK-UP BRAKE PUMP WIRING NHTSA notice
Most-cited components in owner complaints
- Fuel System, Gasoline 1 complaint
Below average
Estimated 5-year repair + maintenance cost: $5,000–$8,000AI estimate — not from NHTSA data
The 2001 Freightliner MT45 has limited data available, with only one owner complaint and three recalls. The recalls suggest potential issues with the electrical system and incorrect tire ratings, indicating some reliability concerns.
Most-common failures
| Part | Typical mileage (AI estimate) | Cost range (AI estimate) | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical relays | Unknown | $200–$500 | occasional |
AI estimate — not from NHTSA data: the mileage bands and repair-cost ranges above. Get a written repair quote before you budget.
Scheduled maintenance to budget
Routine items every owner should plan for.
- Oil and filter changes
- Brake fluid replacement
- Coolant system flush
- Transmission fluid change
- Inspect and replace belts
- Tire rotation and balancing
Warning signs to watch for
Symptoms that signal a major upcoming repair.
- Electrical shorts
- Blowing fuses
- Fuel system issues
Generated by gpt-4o on from the NHTSA recall campaigns and owner-complaint counts on file for the 2001 Freightliner MT45 at the time. The rating is an AI assessment; cost and mileage figures are AI estimates, not NHTSA data.