2000 Freightliner VCL Problems: 0 Complaints, 4 Recalls

The worst 2000 Freightliner VCL problems

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Vehicle speed controlReported April 13, 2001 · 6,003 vehicles affected

What is wrong: 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: 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.

Recall number 01V115000 · Recall details

Tires: valveReported December 29, 2000 · 3,446 vehicles affected

What is wrong: Vehicle description: rv chassis. The valve stem on the rear inner tire could rub against the wheel and develop a leak.
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.

Recall number 00V427000 · Recall details

Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: drumReported August 29, 2000 · 524 vehicles affected

What is wrong: 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: 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.

Recall number 00V247000 · Recall details

Equipment: other: labelsReported February 15, 2000 · 15,000 vehicles affected

What is wrong: 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: 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.

Recall number 00V040000 · Recall details

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Is the 2000 Freightliner VCL reliable?

Owners have filed 0 complaints about the 2000 Freightliner VCL.

What is the most common problem with the 2000 Freightliner VCL?

There are not enough complaints to tell.

How many recalls does the 2000 Freightliner VCL have?

4 recalls, covering vehicle speed control, tires and service brakes, hydraulic.

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