Consumer stated the accelerator sticks to the floor, caused by a frayed cable.
The worst 1995 Freightliner FL-70 problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Acceleration1
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- Acceleration1
Recalls 4
Vehicle speed control
- What is wrong
- On certain trucks and buses equipped with cummins electronic control modules on the c8.3g and l10g engines, the ECM does not have the ability to detect a throttle fail-safe engine shutdown command. This could result in an unanticipated, uncommanded open throttle condition without warning.
- Risk
- If this event occurs, the vehicle operator will not have control of the engine speed, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.
- Remedy
- Cummins will notify the customers and replace the ECM. Owners should contact cummins at 1‑800‑343‑7357 or freightliner at 1‑503‑745‑5219.
Recall number 03V246000 · Recall details
Power train: automatic transmission: lever and linkage: column shift
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: vans and trucks equipped with an optional automatic transmission shift lever that includes a park brake position. The transmission shifter/park brake lever can bind before fully engaging in the park brake position causing a false park condition.
- Risk
- The vehicle can move after being placed in park increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will install a spacer plate in the shifter and inspect for the presence of an "e" clip that detains the detent pin.
Recall number 97V052000 · Recall details
Parking brake: conventional: mechanical
- 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: chamber
- 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
What 1995 Freightliner FL-70 owners say
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Questions about the 1995 Freightliner FL-70
Is the 1995 Freightliner FL-70 reliable?
Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 1995 Freightliner FL-70, close to a typical FL-70 model year.
What is the most common problem with the 1995 Freightliner FL-70?
Acceleration and speed control, with 1 complaint.
How many recalls does the 1995 Freightliner FL-70 have?
4 recalls, covering vehicle speed control, power train and parking brake.
Was there a recall on the 1995 Freightliner FL-70 acceleration?
Yes, 1 recall: 03V246000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
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