repaired · 2026 Q3
Suspension: critical fasteners
Risk. A loss of vehicle control increases the risk of a crash.
2021 Freightliner 122sdProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 1 owner complaint about the 2021 Freightliner 122sd, most often about the tires. It is covered by 6 safety recalls, and for recall 20V-214 the manufacturer reports only 50% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through November 4, 2025. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2021 Freightliner 122sd has problems
1 complaint grouped by the system owners reported.
1Tires
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Tires | 1 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
6 recalls
2021 Freightliner 122sd 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 · 2023 Q3
Linkages: tie rod assembly
Risk. Detached or broken tie rod ends can result in steering loss, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2023 Q1
Steering: critical fasteners
Risk. A fractured bolt may cause a loss of steering, increasing the risk of a crash.
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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 Q1
Exterior lighting
Risk. The vehicle's rearward visibility may be reduced, 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
2021 vs. every other 122sd 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 122sd median. How we score
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- Caution
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In owners' words
What 122sd owners report
Recent tires complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
The contact owns a 2021 Freightliner XC-R. The contact stated while driving 55 MPH, the TPMS warning light illuminated. The vehicle drove normally; however, the failure recurred. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic; however, the vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified…
Own a 2021 122sd?
Decode your VIN to see the recalls for your exact car, then confirm open recalls with NHTSA.