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2007 Fccc B2Problems, recalls & complaints

NHTSA has logged 1 owner complaint about the 2007 Fccc B2, most often about the visibility. It is covered by 8 safety recalls.

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CarFlaw IndexNot enough dataHigher is better (0–100)
Safety recalls8Free fix at dealersOwner complaints10 with a crash, fire or injuryTypical failure mileage35kVisibility, median miles

Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through September 23, 2010. Updated daily.

Complaints by system

Where the 2007 Fccc B2 has problems

1 complaint grouped by the system owners reported.

Box size = number of complaints naming that system. Darker = larger share. One complaint can name more than one system.
Complaints by system
SystemComplaintsCrash, fire or injury
Visibility10

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.

8 recalls

2007 Fccc B2 recalls and how many were fixed

Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

–no report yet

Engine and engine cooling

Recall 10V-340 · Jul 27, 2010 · 5,445 vehicles

Risk. A SHORT CIRCUITED GRID HEATER COULD RESULT IN A VEHICLE FIRE AND INJURY TO VEHICLE OCCUPANTS.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

–no report yet

Brake lights: switch

Recall 10V-178 · Apr 30, 2010 · 8,971 vehicles

Risk. THE STOP LAMPS MAY NOT PROPERLY INDICATE THAT THE SERVICE BRAKES ARE APPLIED WHICH MAY LEAD TO A CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

–no report yet

Exterior lighting: brake lights

Recall 08V-602 · Nov 19, 2008 · 15,686 vehicles

Risk. INOPERATIVE BRAKE LAMPS WOULD NOT PROVIDE A SIGNAL TO FOLLOWING DRIVERS THAT THE BRAKES ARE APPLIED AND A CRASH MAY OCCUR.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

Show 4 more recalls
–no report yet

Steering

Recall 07V-306 · Jul 18, 2007 · 18,000 vehicles

Risk. INCORRECTLY TIGHTENED STEERING ARM FASTENERS MAY FATIGUE AND FRACTURE WHICH COULD CAUSE A CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

–no report yet

Supply: check valve

Recall 07V-302 · Jul 16, 2007 · 75,000 vehicles

Risk. THESE CONDITIONS COULD EITHER RESULT IN LEAKAGE AND CAUSE A DELAY IN THE APPLICATION OF THE SPRING BRAKE WITHOUT WARNING OR POSSIBLY LEAD TO UNINTENDED VEHICLE…

Problem, fix and repair progress →

–no report yet

Service brakes, air

Recall 07V-055 · Feb 13, 2007 · 535 vehicles

Risk. UNDER CERTAIN CONDITIONS, THE PARK BRAKE OR WORK BRAKE MAY FAIL ALLOWING THE VEHICLE TO ROLL, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN PERSONAL INJURY.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Fccc.

Best & worst years

2007 vs. every other B2 year

Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the B2 median. How we score

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  • Avoid
  • Caution
  • Solid
  • Best
  • Not rated
In owners' words

What B2 owners report

Recent visibility complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 FREIGHTLINER B2 BUS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE WINDSHIELD WIPER MOTOR STOPPED FUNCTIONING INTERMITTENTLY. HE HAD TO TURN THE VEHICLE OFF AND WITHIN A FEW MINUTES HE WAS ABLE TO RESTART IT. THE CONTACT INSTALLED A NEW MOTOR BUT THE FAILURE CONTINUED TO OCCUR. THE VEHICLE…
Complaint 10357121 · Sep 23, 2010 · 35,000 miles

Own a 2007 B2?

Decode your VIN to see the recalls for your exact car, then confirm open recalls with NHTSA.