2000 Freightliner XC
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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These records cover every 2000 Freightliner XC. To see whether one car still needs a recall repair, decode its VIN or check it with NHTSA.
Recalls
6 recalls name the 2000 Freightliner XC. Newest first.
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.
Risk and remedy
Risk
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 contact freightliner at 1-800-547-0712.
Vehicle description: rv chassis. the valve stem on the rear inner tire could rub against the wheel and develop a leak.
Risk and remedy
Risk
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.
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.
Risk and remedy
Risk
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.
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.
Risk and remedy
Risk
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.
Vehicle description: recreational vehicle chassis. the components that retain the rear axle wheel covers may have been damaged during installation.
Risk and remedy
Risk
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.
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."
Risk and remedy
Risk
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.
Owner complaints
2 complaints
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Latest complaints
- Engine
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…
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.
- Vehicle speed control
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
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