Model year guide
1999 Freightliner Conventional
Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 1999 Freightliner Conventional is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 1 on record.
1999 Freightliner Conventional at a glance
Safety recallsNone
Owner complaints11
Included: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.
1999 Freightliner Conventional recalls 0
No NHTSA safety-recall campaigns are on record for the 1999 Freightliner Conventional.
Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 4 Nov 2026. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.
1999 Freightliner Conventional common problems
The most-reported problem areas across all 11 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.
Power Train
Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.
Tires
Check tread depth, the DOT age date, and that all four tires match with even wear. Look for bulges or cracks.
Wheels
Inspect wheels for bends, cracks and curb rash, and feel for vibration at highway speed.
Steering
Steering should be tight and centered — no play, clunks or wandering. Test at low and highway speed; listen for power-steering whine.
Fuel System
Sniff for fuel odor, check for leaks, hard starts or stalling, and confirm the fuel gauge reads correctly.
Gasoline
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.