Does the 1997 Freightliner FL70 have any recalls?

3 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: vehicle speed control, parking brake, power train. 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 1997 Freightliner FL70 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 1997 Freightliner FL70?

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

1997 Freightliner FL70 recalls

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

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

For the 1997 Freightliner FL70. 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.

1997 Freightliner FL70 recalls, newest first

July 10, 2003NHTSA 03V24600062 vehicles potentially affected

Vehicle speed control

Summary: On certain trucks and buses equipped with cummins electronic control modules on the C8.3G and L10G engines, the ECM does not have the ability to detect a throttle fail-safe engine shutdown command. This could result in an unanticipated, uncommanded open throttle condition without warning.
Consequence: If this event occurs, the vehicle operator will not have control of the engine speed, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.
Remedy: Cummins will notify the customers and replace the ECM. Owners should contact cummins at 1-800-343-7357 or freightliner at 1-503-745-5219.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

April 20, 1999NHTSA 99V0850001,935 vehicles potentially affected

Parking brake › Driveline

Summary: Vehicle description: trucks equipped with a driveline parking brake. The fasteners that connect the end of transmission companion flange to the park drum and driveline may loosen.
Consequence: If this is undetected, the fasteners may fatigue and eventually shear off allowing the driveline to separate, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the flange fasteners for proper torque and replace any fasteners found loose. If the fasteners are found to be properly torqued, they will be removed, permalock will be added, and then retorqued to proper specifications.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

April 8, 1997NHTSA 97V0520005,997 vehicles potentially affected

Power train › Automatic transmission › Lever and linkage › Column shift

Summary: Vehicle description: vans and trucks equipped with an optional automatic transmission shift lever that includes a park brake position. The transmission shifter/park brake lever can bind before fully engaging in the park brake position causing a false park condition.
Consequence: The vehicle can move after being placed in park increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will install a spacer plate in the shifter and inspect for the presence of an "e" clip that detains the detent pin.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

Owner complaints

Owners have filed 3 complaints about the 1997 Freightliner FL70 with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public; NHTSA uses them to decide what to investigate.

Crashes reported: 0
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 0
Deaths reported: 0

Most complained-about components

Vehicle speed control › Cables2
Suspension › Rear › Springs › Air suspension system › Lines and fittings1
Tires1

Other Freightliner FL70 years

Other 1997 Freightliner models

Most recalled 1997 vehicles

1997 Ford F-150 (25 recalls)
1997 Honda Civic (16 recalls)
1997 Honda Accord (15 recalls)
1997 Dodge Caravan (14 recalls)
1997 Chevrolet Cavalier (13 recalls)

All of 1997’s most recalled vehicles

Questions

Does the 1997 Freightliner FL70 have any recalls?: 3 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: vehicle speed control, parking brake, power train. 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 1997 Freightliner FL70 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 1997 Freightliner FL70?: 3 complaints filed with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public that NHTSA uses to decide what to investigate.