Does the 1980 Freightliner C.O.E. have any recalls?

4 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: steering, structure. Recalls apply to the model and year; whether a particular vehicle is included, and whether it has been repaired, depends on its VIN.

How do I check if my 1980 Freightliner C.O.E. recall has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or ask a Freightliner dealer. Recall repairs are free. NHTSA's VIN search doesn't list recalls that were already repaired.

How many complaints have owners filed about the 1980 Freightliner C.O.E.?

0 complaints filed with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public that NHTSA uses to decide what to investigate.

1980 Freightliner C.O.E. recalls

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

4 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026

For the 1980 Freightliner C.O.E.. These apply to the model and year, not to one particular vehicle: check your VIN to see whether yours is included and whether it has been repaired.

Has your Freightliner been repaired?

Recalls here come from NHTSA’s records for the model and year. Not every vehicle of a model is included in every recall, and this site can’t see whether a repair has been done. Only a VIN lookup can tell you that.

Check your VIN with NHTSA

NHTSA’s VIN search doesn’t show recalls that were already repaired, recalls more than 15 years old, or some small manufacturers’ recalls. A Freightliner dealer can also check your VIN. Recall repairs are free.

1980 Freightliner C.O.E. recalls, newest first

July 24, 1989NHTSA 89V124000241 vehicles potentially affected

Steering › Gear box (other than rack and pinion)

Summary: The steering gear mounting bracket welds may crack under certain steering load conditions.
Consequence: Steering control would be adversely affected withpotential for loss of truck control and an accident.
Remedy: Replace steering gear mounting bracket with a redesigned bracket.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

June 5, 1989NHTSA 89V0900003,219 vehicles potentially affected

Structure › Body

Summary: Corrosion of the grabhandle at its mounting surface may lead to cracking or loss of strength.
Consequence: Failure of grabhandle during use could result inpersonal injury.
Remedy: Replace grabhandle and its fastener with improved grabhandle; also, install gasket between the handle and air starter reservoir.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

December 13, 1984NHTSA 84V16100010,938 vehicles potentially affected

Steering › Linkages › Drag › Link › Connection

Summary: Some drag link parts can separate from the assembly which connects steering gear pitman arm to the front axle steering arm.
Remedy: Immediate replacement of defective drag links with an improved version, without cost to the owner.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

December 2, 1981NHTSA 81V001000104 vehicles potentially affected

Steering › Gear box (other than rack and pinion)

Summary: An air brake hose fitting beneath the floor of the subject vehicles may rub against the rotating steering drive shaft, eventually causing the shaft to fracture. This condition could exist if a mechanic failed to orient the threaded 90 degree elbow fitting in the proper direction, or if the steering column was positioned incorrectly. Also, an improperly assembled bearing plate was installed on the steering drive shaft. This could cause the slip shaft to bottom out, resulting in damage to the steering yoke connection or to the internal parts of the gear box.
Remedy: The deck bearing plate will be replaced, a sleeve spacer will be added to the steering shaft under the floor and two parts will be added to the steering column attachment. This will be done without charge to the owner.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

Owner complaints

No owner complaints about the 1980 Freightliner C.O.E. were found in NHTSA’s complaint data.

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Questions

Does the 1980 Freightliner C.O.E. have any recalls?: 4 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: steering, structure. Recalls apply to the model and year; whether a particular vehicle is included, and whether it has been repaired, depends on its VIN.
How do I check if my 1980 Freightliner C.O.E. recall has been fixed?: Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or ask a Freightliner dealer. Recall repairs are free. NHTSA's VIN search doesn't list recalls that were already repaired.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 1980 Freightliner C.O.E.?: 0 complaints filed with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public that NHTSA uses to decide what to investigate.