1996 Freightliner Conventional Problems
- Complaints
- 5filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- —no mileage reported
- Recalls
- 1campaigns on record
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
Sources: NHTSA records for the 1996 Freightliner Conventional (complaints, recalls, investigations). Report an error
NHTSA recorded 5 consumer complaints for the 1996 Freightliner Conventional. The part named most often is electrical system, with 2 complaints (40% of the total), followed by tires (2) and brakes (1). Of all complaints, 3 a fire, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign and 17 technical service bulletins for this model year.
This model year has fewer than 25 complaints on record, so the numbers below can change a lot with a few new reports.
Which parts are reported most
Complaints can name more than one part, so the counts add up to more than the total. Select a part to see its complaints, recalls and bulletins.
- Electrical system2 40%
- Tires2 40%
- Brakes1 20%
- Engine cooling1 20%
Example complaints
Electrical system: “While driving, consumer noticed a fire near the engine compartment, the fire chief stated that the fire was caused by an electrical problem under the dashboard, consumer stated he had experienced problems starting the vehicle before, ohio traffic crash report.”
NHTSA complaint #564737, filed 2002-03Tires: “While traveling, the consumer observed white smoke coming from the vehicle. The driver stopped and exited the vehicle, consumer saw fire on the area of the wheels. Consumer stated that upon putting out the intial fire, heard an explosion that sounded like a tire burst. Ohio traffic crash report (10-89-92)”
NHTSA complaint #565796, filed 2002-05Brakes: “Dt: contact states the brake pads on a tractor trailer truck his former boss owns are rubbed down into the rivets of the hub. The tires do not have enough rubber on them and the motor is leaking oil. There are also no bc fire extinguishers on the truck.”
NHTSA complaint #10142776, filed 2005-11Complaints by year filed
Fewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
Recalls and investigations
- 96V233003Nov 20, 1996Suspension › RearCovers: Freightliner Conventional 1996, FL60 1996, FL-70 1996 +2 more
Vehicle description: all vehicles equipped with eaton drive axles and axilok spindle nuts. The drive axle housings consist of a plate steel center section and two forged spindles, one of which is welded to each end of the center section. Each spindle…
Recall details for the 1996 Freightliner Conventional → · Check a VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls
Technical service bulletins
TSBs are manufacturer notes to dealers about known repair procedures. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault. 17 on record; the latest 10 are shown.
- 10141699Feb 26, 2018Engine cooling. sb2059 Replacing Push-to-Connect Air Line Fittings with Brass Compression Fittings
- 10141698Feb 26, 2018Engine cooling. sb2058 Early EPA07 QLD Radiator Replacement
- 10141697Feb 26, 2018Fuel system. sb2057 New Surge Tank Design
- 10141696Feb 26, 2018Transmission and drivetrain. sb2056 Transmission Oil Line Removal and Installation
- 10141692Feb 26, 2018Engine cooling. sb2051 Radiator Surge Tank Vent Line Plumbing
- 10141677Feb 26, 2018Engine cooling. sb2035 Corsair Fan Wiring Modification
- 10141676Feb 26, 2018Engine cooling. sb2034 Fan Shroud Interference on FLD Vehicles
- 10141675Feb 26, 2018Engine cooling. sb2032 Gates PowerGrip Hose Clamps, Replacement
- 10141674Feb 26, 2018Engine cooling. sb2031 Horton Fan Clutches with 32-Inch Fans
- 10141672Feb 26, 2018Engine cooling. sb2028 Engine Coolant Changes
Other model years of the Freightliner Conventional
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 | 7 | 173,409 | 0 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 2000 | 12 | — | 0 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 1999 | 11 | — | 0 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 1998 | 5 | — | 0 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 1997 | 5 | — | 0 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 1996 | 5 | — | 1 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 1995 | 7 | — | 0 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 1993 | 6 | — | 0 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
All Freightliner Conventional model years
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 1996 Freightliner Conventional have?
NHTSA recorded 5 consumer complaints for the 1996 Freightliner Conventional as of Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 1996 Freightliner Conventional is reported most often?
Electrical system is named most often, in 2 complaints (40% of the total), followed by tires with 2.
Has the 1996 Freightliner Conventional been recalled?
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
Complaint counts come from NHTSA’s public complaint database; we count each complaint once. The source records for this vehicle are on nhtsa.gov. Scores and trends are our own summaries of that data, described in the methodology. This page is not legal, safety or repair advice: for a specific vehicle, check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and ask a qualified mechanic. See an error? Tell us.