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.
2016 Freightliner 114sdProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 0 owner complaints about the 2016 Freightliner 114sd. It is covered by 15 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 17, 2021. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2016 Freightliner 114sd has problems
0 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
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Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
15 recalls
2016 Freightliner 114sd 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 · 2022 Q3
12v/24v/48v battery: cables
Risk. Damage to the cable can result in an electrical short, increasing the risk of a fire.
repaired · 2023 Q1
Supply: reservoir/tank
Risk. An insufficient air reservoir volume may reduce brake effectiveness, increasing the risk of crash.
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…
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repaired · 2018 Q3
Electrical system: software
Risk. Unresponsive instrument clusters and/or turn signals can increase the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2018 Q2
Disc: caliper
Risk. If the brake caliper mounting bolts loosen or detach, braking ability may be reduced, increasing 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 · 2016 Q2
Tires
Risk. The operator may unintentionally overload the tires, possibly causing tire failure thereby increasing the 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.
repaired · 2018 Q1
Power train: axle assembly
Risk. If the hex nuts are not tightened to specification, the driveshaft may disconnect from the drive axle, resulting in a loss of propulsion and increasing the…
repaired · 2016 Q4
Ignition: module
Risk. An engine that stalls without warning increases the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2017 Q1
Power train: manual transmission
Risk. Even though the transmission has been shifted out of reverse into neutral, the vehicle may unexpectedly move backwards, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2017 Q1
Arm: idler and attachment
Risk. If the steering arm bolts are not properly tightened, the steering arm may separate from the knuckle causing a loss of steering and increasing the risk of a…
repaired · 2017 Q1
Disc: caliper
Risk. A reduction in braking performance can increase the risk of a crash.
no report yet
Engine and engine cooling: engine
Risk. If engine oil comes into contact with a hot surface, there is an increased risk of a fire.
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
2016 vs. every other 114sd 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 114sd median. How we score
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- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
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