Suspension: critical fasteners
Risk. A loss of vehicle control increases the risk of a crash.
NHTSA has logged 1 owner complaint about the 2023 Freightliner 114sd, most often about the fuel/propulsion system. It is covered by 7 safety recalls, and for recall 22V-919 the manufacturer reports only 47% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through November 4, 2025. Updated daily.
1 complaint grouped by the system owners reported.
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Fuel/propulsion system | 1 | 0 |
| Power train | 1 | 0 |
| Service brakes | 1 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
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.
Risk. A loss of vehicle control increases the risk of a crash.
Risk. Brake lights that fail to illuminate can fail to indicate to other drivers that the vehicle is slowing down, increasing the risk of a crash.
Risk. A detached steering arm can result in a sudden loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Risk. Driving with tires that are not compatible with their rims can reduce tire performance, increasing the risk of a crash.
Risk. Tie rod separation can result in a sudden loss of steering, increasing the risk of a crash.
Risk. Unexpected engine shut down can increase the risk of a crash.
Risk. Loss of steering control can increase 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.
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
Recent fuel/propulsion system complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
The drive shaft fwd carrier bearing was missing 2 of the 3 bolt that hold it to the cross member. Being held with one bolt change the center line of the drive shaft moving towards the driver's side of the truck this resulted the the drive shaft rubbing on a air tank hanger. I do have pictures. It…
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