1999 Freightliner Conventional Problems
- Complaints
- 11filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- —no mileage reported
- Recalls
- 0campaigns on record
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
Sources: NHTSA records for the 1999 Freightliner Conventional (complaints, recalls, investigations). Report an error
NHTSA recorded 11 consumer complaints for the 1999 Freightliner Conventional. The part named most often is steering, with 2 complaints (18% of the total), followed by tires (2) and transmission and drivetrain (2). Of all complaints, 1 involved a crash, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 0 recall campaigns and 31 technical service bulletins for this model year. Steering complaints overlap with 2 technical service bulletins filed under the same part.
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.
- Steering2 18%
- Tires2 18%
- Wheels2 18%
- Brakes1 9.1%
- Fuel system1 9.1%
- Other or unknown1 9.1%
Example complaints
Steering: “The steering mechanism broke loose from the axle causing loss of control resulting in vehicle striking construction barrels. (ohio traffic crash report).”
NHTSA complaint #553305, filed 2000-08Complaints by year filed
Fewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
Recalls and investigations
NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for the 1999 Freightliner Conventional in the data used here. A recall can apply to some vehicles of a model year and not others, so check a specific vehicle by 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. 31 on record; the latest 10 are shown.
- 10187830Feb 19, 2021Engine cooling. Revised Technical Service Letter for Series 60 and Series 50 Camshaft Timing Specifications. Camshaft timing, valve lash, injector height, and Jake Brake lash are all very important specifications…
- 10163599Aug 7, 2019Equipment. Warranty Information Letter sent to customers regarding new refrigerator supplier for returning parts.
- 10161128Apr 30, 2019Steering. Steering Intermediate Shaft Replacement
- 10151614Oct 18, 2018Body and structure. Service Bulletin 9810- Chassis Paint Usage
- 10151533Aug 14, 2018Suspension. Service Bulletin: AirLiner Suspension Six-Piece Bolted Service Crossmember
- 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
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 1999 Freightliner Conventional have?
NHTSA recorded 11 consumer complaints for the 1999 Freightliner Conventional as of Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 1999 Freightliner Conventional is reported most often?
Steering is named most often, in 2 complaints (18% of the total), followed by tires with 2.
Has the 1999 Freightliner Conventional been recalled?
NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for this model year in the data used here. 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.