MYRModel Year Report

2001 Freightliner Century

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2001 Freightliner Century
RENDERED 2026-08-02T11:16:33.857Z

Only 4 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

Only 4 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

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COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Freightliner Century Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2001 highlighted. 1995: 0 complaints 1995 1996: 0 complaints 1997: 4 complaints 1998: 9 complaints 1998 1999: 6 complaints 2000: 15 complaints 2001: 4 complaints 2001 2002: 0 complaints 2003: 4 complaints 2004: 2 complaints 2004 2005: 2 complaints 2006: 6 complaints 2007: 0 complaints 2007 2008: 1 complaints 2009: 0 complaints 2010: 0 complaints 2010 2011: 0 complaints 2012: 0 complaints 2013: 0 complaints 2013
2001: 4 complaints
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YearComplaints
19950
19960
19974
19989
19996
200015
20014
20020
20034
20042
20052
20066
20070
20081
20090
20100
20110
20120
20130

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 4 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

TIRES

1 of 4 total reports mentions: tires.

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BOUGHT 2 R287 BRIDGESTONE TIRES ON MAY 11,2006 295/75 22.5 HAVE PUT ABOUT 60,000 MILES ON THE STEER TIRES. THE RIGHT FRONT HAS STRIPS OF RUBBER COMING OFF OF IT.

NHTSA ODI report, 20061017

SUSPENSION

1 of 4 total reports mentions: suspension.

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LEFT FRONT SPRING HANGER IS LOOSE, BOTTOM BOLTS TURN BY HAND. NLM

NHTSA ODI report, 20001128

SUSPENSION

1 of 4 total reports mentions: suspension.

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LEFT FRONT SPRING HANGER IS LOOSE, BOTTOM BOLTS TURNED BY HAND. NLM

NHTSA ODI report, 20001128

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

1 of 4 total reports mentions: engine and engine cooling.

INJURY
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GOT IN THIS CENTURY , FREIGHTLINER APRIL OF 2006, BEEN EXPERIENCING HEADACHES,BURNING EYES, TIRED ALL THE TIME. CAN SMELL FUMES COMING IN THROUGH AIR VENTS. WAKE UP WITH HEADACHES, A DRIVER USED A CO READER TODAY IN MY CAB WAS GETTING ILL.

NHTSA ODI report, 20061212

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20011017 — service brakes, air

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH CERTAIN HALDEX BRAKE SYSTEM TWO AND FOUR PORT RELAY VALVES. THE VALVE MAY STICK OPEN WHEN A HIGH-PRESSURE APPLICATION IS RELEASED.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THESE VALVES. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN OCTOBER 17, 2001. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMED

Campaign 01V189001 — check if this car was fixed

R 20020404 — service brakes, air

ON CERTAIN HEAVY DUTY TRUCKS EQUIPPED WITH MERITOR WABCO PNEUMATIC ANITLOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (ABS) VALVE PACKAGES, THE ASSEMBLY BOLTS ON THESE VALVE PACKAGES WERE NOT TIGHTENED CORRECTLY.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL TIGHTEN THE FASTENERS TO THE PROPER SPECIFICATION. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN APRIL 4, 2002. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO N

Campaign 02V018002 — check if this car was fixed

R 20020920 — electrical system

ON CERTAIN TRUCKS, A CAPACITOR IN THE POWER LINE CONTROL (PLC) FILTER COULD OVERHEAT AND/OR IGNITE WHEN SUBJECTED TO REVERSE POLARITY ELECTRICAL SPIKES.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL DISCONNECT AND SECURE THE PLC FILTER GROUND WIRE. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN SEPTEMBER 20, 2002. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE

Campaign 02V087000 — check if this car was fixed

I 20021122 — PE (closed 20030501)

INTEGRAL HUB AND BEARING ASSEMBLY

I 20030207 — PE (closed 20030822)

FRONT BRAKE AIR HOSE LEAKS

R 20030920 — suspension

ON CERTAIN TRUCKS EQUIPPED WITH TRUCK HUB UNITS MANUFACTURED BY SKF EXCLUSIVELY FOR USE ON ARVINMERITOR'S FF98X SERIES NON-DRIVE STEER AXLES, THE HUB UNIT BEARINGS CAN WEAR PREMATURELY.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE BOTH FRONT HUBS. OWNER NOTIFICATION IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN ON OR BEFORE SEPTEMBER 20, 2003. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE A

Campaign 03V112000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2001 Freightliner Century — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for tires issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for suspension issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for suspension issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 01V189001 (service brakes, air) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 02V018002 (service brakes, air) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 02V087000 (electrical system) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 03V112000 (suspension) has been completed.
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FAQ

Is the 2001 Freightliner Century reliable?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.

What are the most common problems with the 2001 Freightliner Century?

The most-reported component is tires:tread/belt, accounting for 25% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2001 Freightliner Century have?

4 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.