Multpule repairs and safety factors, too many to just start rambling off. Tires, frame, A/C, alterators, vibration, which inturn causes exhaust leaks. The list goes from structure to electrical.
The worst 1997 Freightliner FLC120 problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Airbags1
- Body1
- Electrical1
- Engine1
- Suspension1
Problems by type
Tap a problem to see which part fails, at what mileage and in which other years.
- Airbags1
- Body1
- Electrical1
- Engine1
- Suspension1
- Visibility1
Recalls 1
Service brakes, air: antilock: ABS warning light
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: truck/tractors. These vehicles do not comply with the requirements of fmvss no. 121, "air brake systems." continuous power is to be supplied to the trailer antilock brake system (ABS) circuit. These vehicles were manufactured with a switch installed in the ABS circuit.
- Risk
- The ABS circuit can be interrupted resulting in a loss of braking action to the towed vehicle increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will install an anti-lock power circuit.
Recall number 98V001000 · Recall details
What 1997 Freightliner FLC120 owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
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Questions about the 1997 Freightliner FLC120
Is the 1997 Freightliner FLC120 reliable?
Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 1997 Freightliner FLC120, close to a typical FLC120 model year.
What is the most common problem with the 1997 Freightliner FLC120?
Airbags, with 1 complaint. Next is body (1).
How many recalls does the 1997 Freightliner FLC120 have?
1 recall, covering service brakes, air.
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