2000 Freightliner XC: complaints, problems and recalls
Explore the records behind recurring owner reports.
Key facts
2 owner complaints analyzed
6 distinct recall campaigns
35,000 mi median reported failure mileage
Scope: 2000 model year. Data snapshot: . 1 complaints include usable failure mileage.
Most common problems
Engine is the most frequently named component, appearing in 1 of 2 complaints (50.0%). A complaint can name multiple components.
| Topic | Matching reports | Share of complaints |
|---|---|---|
| Braking behavior | 1 | 50.0% |
Topic matches use published keyword rules. They describe mentions, including negations or comparisons, and do not confirm a diagnosis. Read the matching rules.
Component breakdown
Number of unique complaints naming each component. Top eight shown.
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Engine | 1 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 |
Engine: 1; Vehicle Speed Control: 1
Reported problems by failure mileage
Complaint counts in mileage bands. These are not failure rates per vehicle or mile.
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Under 25,000 | 0 |
| 25,000 to 49,999 | 1 |
| 50,000 to 74,999 | 0 |
| 75,000 to 99,999 | 0 |
| 100,000 to 149,999 | 0 |
| 150,000 and above | 0 |
Under 25,000: 0; 25,000 to 49,999: 1; 50,000 to 74,999: 0; 75,000 to 99,999: 0; 100,000 to 149,999: 0; 150,000 and above: 0
25,000 to 49,999 miles has the most reports with usable mileage (1). 1 complaints have missing, zero or invalid mileage.
Complaints over time
Year the complaint was filed, not the vehicle model year or incident year. The snapshot year is partial.
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| 2001 | 1 |
| 2023 | 1 |
2001: 1; 2023: 1
Pattern summary
Engine leads the component reports. Braking behavior appears in 1 complaint narratives. Use these patterns to inspect individual reports and prepare questions for a mechanic.
Calculated from recorded counts. An AI narrative has not been published for this selection.
Examples from the source records
Examples provide context, not a representative sample or a verified diagnosis.
Owner report 11538677 · 2023-08-15 (August 15, 2023)
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 an…
Owner-reported narrative. 35,000 miles reported. Look up ODI 11538677 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 896922 · 2001-09-26 (September 26, 2001)
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
Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 896922 at NHTSA ↗
Recall history
6 distinct campaigns affect this selection. Announcement dates below are different from vehicle model years. A campaign may cover multiple years.
00V040000 · Equipment:Other:Labels
Reported: 2000-02-15 (February 15, 2000)
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."
Consequence: 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.
NHTSA campaign record ↗00V230002 · Vehicle Speed Control:Accelerator Pedal
Reported: 2000-09-05 (September 5, 2000)
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.
Consequence: 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.
NHTSA campaign record ↗00V247000 · Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Drum
Reported: 2000-08-29 (August 29, 2000)
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.
Consequence: 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.
NHTSA campaign record ↗00V248000 · Wheels:Hub
Reported: 2000-08-29 (August 29, 2000)
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: RECREATIONAL VEHICLE CHASSIS. THE COMPONENTS THAT RETAIN THE REAR AXLE WHEEL COVERS MAY HAVE BEEN DAMAGED DURING INSTALLATION.
Consequence: 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.
NHTSA campaign record ↗00V427000 · Tires:Valve
Reported: 2000-12-29 (December 29, 2000)
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: RV CHASSIS. THE VALVE STEM ON THE REAR INNER TIRE COULD RUB AGAINST THE WHEEL AND DEVELOP A LEAK.
Consequence: 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.
NHTSA campaign record ↗01V115000 · Vehicle Speed Control
Reported: 2001-04-13 (April 13, 2001)
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.
Consequence: 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.
NHTSA campaign record ↗