2000 Freightliner MT Problems
- Complaints
- 7filed 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 2000 Freightliner MT (complaints, recalls, investigations). Report an error
NHTSA recorded 7 consumer complaints for the 2000 Freightliner MT. The part named most often is transmission and drivetrain, with 2 complaints (29% of the total), followed by brakes (1) and electrical system (1). NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign and 0 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.
- Brakes1 14%
- Electrical system1 14%
- Equipment1 14%
- Exterior lighting1 14%
- Fuel system1 14%
- Suspension1 14%
Example complaints
Transmission and drivetrain: “Vehicle is on a chevrolet p30 chassis: when placing vehicle in reverse the automatic transmission park mechanism engaged, preventing any vehicle movement. Consumer has contacted the dealer, dealer repaired cam mechanism twice, but problem still occurred. Owner resorted to a dash mounted bypass switch to over-ride system to allow shift into reverse.”
NHTSA complaint #865162, filed 2000-07Brakes: “Ongoing intermittent problem with vehicle locking up driveshaft whenever gear is shifted out of park into reverse. Also, parking brake failed to release which caused vehicle to lock up. Vehicle was in/out of dealer shop on three occasions and problem still occurs. Seeking help in this mater.”
NHTSA complaint #839111, filed 1999-06Electrical system: “While driving motorhome at night headlights blinked out. Dealer replaced switch, and again lights began to blink on and off. The consumer states the vehicle had steering , brakes and cruise control problems. Currently, the wiring haeness failure caused the head light to go out.”
NHTSA complaint #877992, filed 2001-01Equipment: “Received recall notice 99v01200 in the mail. Contacted dealer. Was informed parts were not available. Contacted manufacturer & received recorded message. Dealer was helpful, but was not able to do repairs because parts for spare tire carrier were not available.”
NHTSA complaint #841334, filed 1999-06Complaints by year filed
Fewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
Recalls and investigations
- 97V012000Feb 3, 1997Equipment › Mechanical › Carrier/rackCovers: Freightliner MT 1998, 2000–2002, Winnebago Adventurer 1992–1997, Itasca Adventurer 1992–1997 +10 more
The spare tire carrier hoist components can become loose while traveling and allow the spare tire to move from its stored position to the road surface.
Recall details for the 2000 Freightliner MT → · Check a VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls
Technical service bulletins
No technical service bulletins are on record for the 2000 Freightliner MT.
Other model years of the Freightliner MT
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | 7 | — | 1 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 1998 | 10 | — | 1 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
All Freightliner MT model years
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 2000 Freightliner MT have?
NHTSA recorded 7 consumer complaints for the 2000 Freightliner MT as of Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 2000 Freightliner MT is reported most often?
Transmission and drivetrain is named most often, in 2 complaints (29% of the total), followed by brakes with 1.
Has the 2000 Freightliner MT 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.