1994 Freightliner FL-60 Problems: 1 Complaint, 3 Recalls

The worst 1994 Freightliner FL-60 problems

Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.

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Exterior lighting: turn signal: switchReported August 4, 1997 · 77,000 vehicles affected

What is wrong: Vehicle description: heavy duty truck. The shoulder bolt which holds the grote turn signal switch case and components together can loosen resulting in the turn signal malfunctioning.
Risk: If the turn signal function is lost, following motorists would not be aware of the turning vehicle, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect these vehicles and tighten any loose bolts and in the turn signal switch within 2 years from the date of the recall notification letter. The shoulder bolt will be removed, cleaned, and reinstalled with loctite. Owners can also request loctite and repair instructions so they can fix the vehicles themselves.

Recall number 97V114001 · Recall details

Parking brake: conventional: mechanicalReported May 9, 1995 · 3,050 vehicles affected

What is wrong: The parking brake lever may not travel far enough over center to assure that it remains in the proper position allowing the vehicle to roll away while parked.
Risk: If the vehicle is not properly parked with the transmission in the correct position, and if the vehicle is parked on a grade, it could unintentionally roll away increasing the potential for an accident.
Remedy: Dealers will remove and replace the parking brake lever with a lever that requires a 25 lb. Effort to release.

Recall number 95V094000 · Recall details

Service brakes, air: drum: chamberReported February 6, 1995 · 5,700 vehicles affected

What is wrong: The brake chamber mounting studs can loosen or pull through due to fatigue in the brake chamber housing caused by foundation brake chatter.
Risk: This condition can result in loss of braking capability.
Remedy: Dealers will change the brake lining materials, replace the wing bracket with a reinforced bracket and install brake chambers with reinforced chamber housing and larger (1/2") mounting studs.

Recall number 95V018000 · Recall details

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Jan 28, 2003 · Suspension · IN

A crack was discovered above the differentials on the chassis. Manufacturer has been notified. Please provide further information. Ts

Is the 1994 Freightliner FL-60 reliable?

Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 1994 Freightliner FL-60, fewer than a typical FL-60 model year.

What is the most common problem with the 1994 Freightliner FL-60?

Suspension, with 1 complaint.

How many recalls does the 1994 Freightliner FL-60 have?

3 recalls, covering exterior lighting, parking brake and service brakes, air.

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