2014 Freightliner Xc-R Recalls
No NHTSA recalls on record for the 2014 Freightliner Xc-R. That means NHTSA has no open safety campaign for this vehicle — it does not guarantee the absence of problems. Owners have filed 6 complaints with NHTSA, most often about the steering. Last updated July 5, 2026.
Complaints by component
What owners report
Verbatim reports filed with NHTSA, lightly edited for readability and with personal information removed.
“For three years since the first day I got it the engine will completely shut off. No power steering no gauges no throttle control all while going down the road at 55 - 65 mph. By the time I dead stick it to the side of the road the engine automatically starts and all appears ok. I fear for my life…”
“For three years since the first day I got it the engine will completely shut off. No power steering no gauges no throttle control all while going down the road at 55 - 65 mph. By the time I dead stick it to the side of the road the engine automatically starts and all appears ok. I fear for my life…”
“For three years since the first day I got it the engine will completely shut off. No power steering no gauges no throttle control all while going down the road at 55 - 65 mph. By the time I dead stick it to the side of the road the engine automatically starts and all appears ok. I fear for my life…”
“Since I purchased this vehicle 10/28/2013 the alignment has been off. It was first noticed as dog tracking then tire wear on the back and then tire wear on the front. Now after having it aligned 3-4 times I have badly worn out tires that are a danger and in need of replacement. The last alignment…”
“Since I purchased this vehicle 10/28/2013 the alignment has been off. It was first noticed as dog tracking then tire wear on the back and then tire wear on the front. Now after having it aligned 3-4 times I have badly worn out tires that are a danger and in need of replacement. The last alignment…”
“Since I purchased this vehicle 10/28/2013 the alignment has been off. It was first noticed as dog tracking then tire wear on the back and then tire wear on the front. Now after having it aligned 3-4 times I have badly worn out tires that are a danger and in need of replacement. The last alignment…”
Recall, complaint, and investigation records from official NHTSA datasets (FLAT_RCL, FLAT_CMPL, FLAT_INV), synced weekly. Counts reflect NHTSA records for the 2014 Freightliner Xc-R as of July 5, 2026. Complaint narratives are consumer-submitted and unverified. This page contains ads and affiliate links. Full methodology.