repaired · 2024 Q1
Tires
Risk. Unapproved tires that are not rated for the vehicle can cause tire performance issues, increasing the risk of a crash.
2017 Freightliner 108sdProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 1 owner complaint about the 2017 Freightliner 108sd, most often about the electrical system. It is covered by 8 safety recalls, and for recall 19V-370 the manufacturer reports only 14% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through November 7, 2022. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2017 Freightliner 108sd has problems
1 complaint grouped by the system owners reported.
1Electrical system
1Engine
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 1 | 0 |
| Engine | 1 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
8 recalls
2017 Freightliner 108sd 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.
repaired · 2023 Q1
Supply: reservoir/tank
Risk. An insufficient air reservoir volume may reduce brake effectiveness, increasing the risk of crash.
repaired · 2020 Q4
Steering
Risk. Loose tie rod arm bolts may lead to separation of the tie rod arm, resulting in a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2019 Q4
Disc: caliper
Risk. If the brake caliper mounting bolts loosen, braking performance may be reduced, increasing the risk of a crash.
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repaired · 2018 Q4
Service brakes, air
Risk. A rapid loss of air pressure in the secondary system could cause a similar rapid loss of pressure in the primary system, which may lead to a sudden application…
repaired · 2018 Q3
Electrical system: software
Risk. Unresponsive instrument clusters and/or turn signals can increase the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2018 Q1
Power train: axle hubs
Risk. If a wheel separates from the axle, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
repaired · 2017 Q3
Disc: caliper
Risk. Caliper contact with the spring suspension may reduce the braking effectiveness, increasing the risk of a crash.
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 Freightliner.
Best & worst years
2017 vs. every other 108sd 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 108sd median. How we score
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- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
In owners' words
What 108sd owners report
Recent electrical system complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
Engine lights comes on and truck loses power and shuts down by itself. Truck was taken to dealer to be fixed, it happed arounf 5 times already and no one can find teh problem.
Own a 2017 108sd?
Decode your VIN to see the recalls for your exact car, then confirm open recalls with NHTSA.