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2011 Freightliner MT55Problems, recalls & complaints

NHTSA has logged 1 owner complaint about the 2011 Freightliner MT55, most often about the hybrid propulsion system. It is covered by 2 safety recalls.

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CarFlaw IndexNot enough dataHigher is better (0–100)
Safety recalls2Free fix at dealersOwner complaints10 with a crash, fire or injuryTypical failure mileage47kHybrid propulsion system, median miles

Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through April 5, 2023. Updated daily.

Complaints by system

Where the 2011 Freightliner MT55 has problems

1 complaint grouped by the system owners reported.

Box size = number of complaints naming that system. Darker = larger share. One complaint can name more than one system.
Complaints by system
SystemComplaintsCrash, fire or injury
Hybrid propulsion system10
Vehicle speed control10

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.

2 recalls

2011 Freightliner MT55 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.

–no report yet

Power train: automatic transmission

Recall 13V-634 · Dec 16, 2013 · 255 vehicles

Risk. The increase in engine speed may result in unintended acceleration, increasing the risk of a crash.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

–no report yet

Power train: automatic transmission

Recall 10V-247 · Jun 7, 2010 · 204 vehicles

Risk. IF THE PARK FEATURE DOES NOT ENGAGE, THE VEHICLE CAN MOVE WITHOUT WARNING, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN PERSONAL INJURY OR A CRASH.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

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

2011 vs. every other MT55 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 MT55 median. How we score

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In owners' words

What MT55 owners report

Recent hybrid propulsion system complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.

The contact owns a 2011 Freightliner MT-55. The contact stated while coming to a complete stop and depressing the brake pedal, the vehicle inadvertently attempted to accelerate. The message "Check Hybrid System" was displayed. The contact applied more pressure to the brake pedal and the vehicle…
Complaint 11515601 · Apr 5, 2023 · 47,000 miles

Own a 2011 MT55?

Decode your VIN to see the recalls for your exact car, then confirm open recalls with NHTSA.