Does the 1985 Freightliner Conventional have any recalls?

7 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: steering, seat belts, service brakes, air, electrical system, 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 1985 Freightliner Conventional 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 1985 Freightliner Conventional?

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

1985 Freightliner Conventional recalls

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

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

For the 1985 Freightliner Conventional. 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.

1985 Freightliner Conventional recalls, newest first

October 11, 1988NHTSA 88V16000092 vehicles potentially affected

Steering › Linkages

Summary: Steering arm may fail if used on eaton EFA12F4 from axle in conjunction with ross HFB70 power steering gear.
Consequence: A failed steering gear arm could lead to loss of vehiclecontrol and vehicle crash.
Remedy: Install a nonadjustable 1500 PSI power steering pump pressure relief valve to limit steering arm forces. Replace steering arm with a design capable of withstanding higher forces. Adjust maximum poppet valve settings to 500 PSI and adjust axle stops.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

December 18, 1987NHTSA 87V192000180 vehicles potentially affected

Seat belts › Front › Anchorage

Summary: Fastener that connects the harness belt d ring to the b pillar may not be long enough to provide full thread engagement with the anchorage weld nut.
Consequence: Seat belts could fail and not adequately protect theoccupant.
Remedy: Replace mounting hardware with hex shoulder bolt and .55 inch spacer.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

September 15, 1987NHTSA 87V14700041 vehicles potentially affected

Service brakes, air › Drum › Chamber

Summary: Incorrect size air brake actuator chambers were installed on the drive axles.
Consequence: This could result in increased stopping distance.
Remedy: Replace drive axle brake chambers with correct size chambers.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

February 19, 1987NHTSA 87V0200003,250 vehicles potentially affected

Electrical system › 12V/24V/48V battery › Cables

Summary: Under certain conditions, an electrical short circuit can develop.
Consequence: Short circuit could result in trucks catching fire.
Remedy: Replace existing picture frame type battery retainer with an I frame retainer and install convoluted tubing over positive battery cable.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

October 20, 1986NHTSA 86V137000102 vehicles potentially affected

Seat belts › Front › Retractor

Summary: Seat belts can loosen as the truck is driven. Consequence of defect: driver and passenger would not be properly restrained in event of a sudden stop or crash.
Remedy: Replace the non locking retractor seat belts with automatic locking retractor seat belts.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

August 26, 1986NHTSA 86V1180006,800 vehicles potentially affected

Structure › Body

Summary: The handhold mounting system, which consists of a tubular handle held in three places by cast aluminum brackets and attached to the engine exhaust muffler heat shield. Vibration from this system causes the handhold parts to wear. Consequence of defect: if the parts wear thin the possibility exists that the handhold might give way under the weight of a driver. This could result in personal injury.
Remedy: Replace the end brackets with a modified design utilizing a rubber isolater. Also, add a plastic sleeve to the center bracket for isolation.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

August 5, 1986NHTSA 86V10600078 vehicles potentially affected

Steering › Steering wheel/handle bar

Summary: Steering column mounting bolts may be absent, leaving only the knee pad to hold the steering wheel and column in place. Consequence of defect: under certain driving conditions, knee pad attaching bolts may not be sufficient, allowing the steering column and wheel to come loose while the truck is being driven. This could result in loss of control and an accident.
Remedy: Install clamps and bolts, if missing, or check existing bolts for tightness.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

Owner complaints

No owner complaints about the 1985 Freightliner Conventional were found in NHTSA’s complaint data.

Other Freightliner Conventional years

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Questions

Does the 1985 Freightliner Conventional have any recalls?: 7 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: steering, seat belts, service brakes, air, electrical system, 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 1985 Freightliner Conventional 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 1985 Freightliner Conventional?: 0 complaints filed with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public that NHTSA uses to decide what to investigate.