repaired · 2026 Q3
Suspension: critical fasteners
Risk. A loss of vehicle control increases the risk of a crash.
2020 Freightliner 114sdProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 0 owner complaints about the 2020 Freightliner 114sd. It is covered by 12 safety recalls, and for recall 20V-525 the manufacturer reports only 20% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through November 4, 2025. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2020 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.
12 recalls
2020 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 · 2025 Q1
Link: connection
Risk. Drag link separation can cause a complete loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2025 Q1
Tires
Risk. Driving with tires that are not compatible with their rims can reduce tire performance, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2023 Q4
Fuel injection system: fuel rail
Risk. A high pressure fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
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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.
repaired · 2023 Q2
Fuel injection system: fuel rail
Risk. A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
repaired · 2022 Q3
Other: labels
Risk. Incorrect weight rating information on the certification labels could result in potential overloading of the axles, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2022 Q3
Suspension: multiple axle
Risk. If the screws are not long enough to engage the corresponding nuts, the hardware may separate from the suspension system, becoming a road hazard, increasing…
repaired · 2022 Q3
Electrical system: wiring
Risk. An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.
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 · 2022 Q1
Other: labels
Risk. An overloaded vehicle can increase the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2022 Q1
Disc: caliper
Risk. Loose brake caliper mounting bolts can reduce brake 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
2020 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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- Caution
- Solid
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- Not rated
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