MYRModel Year Report

2001 Freightliner Columbia

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2001 Freightliner Columbia
RENDERED 2026-08-02T11:40:35.475Z

Only 3 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 3 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Freightliner Columbia Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2001 highlighted. 1997: 0 complaints 1997 1998: 0 complaints 1999: 0 complaints 2000: 1 complaints 2001: 3 complaints 2001 2002: 2 complaints 2003: 10 complaints 2004: 13 complaints 2005: 38 complaints 2005 2006: 14 complaints 2007: 11 complaints 2008: 1 complaints 2009: 2 complaints 2009 2010: 1 complaints 2011: 0 complaints 2012: 0 complaints 2013: 0 complaints 2013 2014: 0 complaints 2015: 0 complaints 2016: 0 complaints 2017: 0 complaints 2017 2018: 0 complaints 2019: 0 complaints 2020: 0 complaints 2021: 0 complaints 2021
2001: 3 complaints
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YearComplaints
19970
19980
19990
20001
20013
20022
200310
200413
200538
200614
200711
20081
20092
20101
20110
20120
20130
20140
20150
20160
20170
20180
20190
20200
20210

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 3 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

TRAILER HITCHES

1 of 3 total reports mentions: trailer hitches.

CRASH
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2001 FREIGHTLINER COLUMBIA CLASS, UNIT 1 TRAILER BECAME DISCONNECTED. UNIT 1 TRAILER STRUCK THE POWER UNIT WHILE ATTEMPTING TO STOP. UNIT 1 POWER UNIT AND TRAILER CAME TO REST IN THE RIGHT LANE.

NHTSA ODI report, 20110307

SUSPENSION

1 of 3 total reports mentions: suspension.

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FRONT SPRING HANGER LOOSE ON FRAME AXLE #1, CAUSING AXLE TO SHIFT. NLM

NHTSA ODI report, 20001128

STEERING

1 of 3 total reports mentions: steering.

CRASH INJURY
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WE HAVE EXPERIENCED 5 SIMILAR STEERING GEAR BOX FAILURES ON OUR 2001 FREIGHTLINER COLUMBIA TRUCKS. IN EACH FAILURE THE TRUCK WOULD NOT TURN.

NHTSA ODI report, 20020617

SERVICE BRAKES, AIR

1 of 3 total reports mentions: service brakes, air.

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DEFECTIVE BRAKE (AXLE FIVE LEFT SIDE, PUSH ROD TRAVEL IS 1/4 INCH), BRAKE SHOES FAILE TO MOVE. NLM

NHTSA ODI report, 20001128

SAFETY TIMELINE

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 Columbia — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for trailer hitches issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for suspension issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for steering issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 03V112000 (suspension) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2001 Freightliner Columbia 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 Columbia?

The most-reported component is trailer hitches, accounting for 33% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2001 Freightliner Columbia have?

1 recall on file for this model year.

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