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1FVMG3DVXHHHZ21512017 FREIGHTLINER 114SD

12of 100
Low Risk
Buyer Risk Score
Recalls · Model-Wide
10
10 campaigns (all model years)
Safety Grade
D
62/100 composite
Complaints · 2017
None
Clean record
Vehicle Age
9 yrs
Made in UNITED STATES (USA)
BUYPurchase Verdict

2017 FREIGHTLINER 114SD was analyzed across NHTSA recalls, owner complaints, crash test data, and public auction records. There are 10 open recalls on record — these are safety-critical and should be addressed immediately.

Verdict & Risk Assessment
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Executive Summary

2017 FREIGHTLINER 114SD

2017 FREIGHTLINER 114SD was analyzed across NHTSA recalls, owner complaints, crash test data, and public auction records. There are 10 open recalls on record — these are safety-critical and should be addressed immediately.

  • 10 open recalls including safety-critical systems (Brake system recall; Steering system recall)
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of 100
Low Risk
Low risk profile — minor signals only, likely routine.
LOWMODERATEHIGHCRITICAL
1 Contributing Risk Factor
10 model-wide recalls on record
+12
Critical Alerts

Title Brand Check

Mined from auction damage fields and listing titles — not a DMV title history pull

No auction records available. Title brand status could not be verified — request title history from seller or state DMV.

Vehicle

Vehicle Specifications

Decoded from NHTSA vPIC database

Make
FREIGHTLINER
Model
114SD
Year
2017
Body Style
Truck
Vehicle Type
INCOMPLETE VEHICLE
Drive Type
8x4
Fuel Type
Diesel
Engine
6-cyl 12.8L
Manufacturer
DAIMLER TRUCK NORTH AMERICA LLC
Assembly
MT. HOLLY, NORTH CAROLINA, UNITED STATES (USA)
GVWR
Class 8: 33,001 lb and above (14,969 kg and above)

Assembly Plant Quality

Plant: MT. HOLLY, NORTH CAROLINA

CQuality55/100
Standard📍 MT. HOLLY, NORTH CAROLINA

No specific quality data available for this plant. No documented recall or complaint concentrations on record.

Safety

Safety Intelligence

Composite analysis from NHTSA recall, complaint, and crash data

Overall Safety Grade
D
Score: 62/100
Crash Test Rating20/40
Recall Safety12/30
Complaint History30/30
Recall Risk Score
60/100High
  • ▸Brake system recall
  • ▸Steering system recall
Modern Safety Index
0/100
Basic
0 of 20 safety features detected
Missing: Automatic Emergency Braking, Pedestrian AEB, Forward Collision Warning, Electronic Stability Control
Lemon Law Risk Indicator
Elevated
  • ⚠5 recalls on same component: Brakes
  • ⚠2 recalls on same component: Electrical

Lemon law eligibility depends on state law, number of repair attempts, and days out of service. Consult an attorney for actual eligibility.

Recalls10

NHTSA Safety Recalls

10 RECALLS
10found
ℹ

NHTSA VIN-specific recall lookup returned no data for this VIN. The 10 recalls below are model-wide and may or may not apply to this exact vehicle depending on production date. Verify at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Estimated Repair Completion (Statistical)

Average repair completion across 10 recalls is ~68%. Always ask the seller for dealer service records confirming each repair.

68%
avg repaired

Statistical model based on recall age, component type, and manufacturer. Not a repair confirmation. Demand dealer service records.

FREIGHTLINER Recall Completion Rate — Industry Context
85%Fair

Recall completion rate data not available for FREIGHTLINER. Industry average is ~85%. Verify any open recalls with a dealer before purchase.

Avg time to remedy open recall: ~20 months · Source: NHTSA Recall Completion Rate Reports

Avg Fix Time
20mo
#18V913000
Invalid Date

STEERING

SummaryDaimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Freightliner 114SD, 122SD, 108SD, Cascadia and Business class M2 trucks, Freightliner Custom Chassis XBS, XCL, XCM, MT45, MT55, S2G, S2RV, XCR and XCS custom chassis and Western Star 4700, 4900 and 5700 trucks equipped with Detroit Axle axles. The affected vehicles may have loose steering and tie rod arm bolts.
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ConsequenceLoose tie rod arm bolts may lead to separation of the tie rod arm, resulting in a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Est. Repair Completion~73%

~27% chance this recall was never fixed

Moderate Risk

Source: NHTSA statistical model by recall age & component type

#19V370000
Invalid Date

SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:SUPPLY:RESERVOIR/TANK

SummaryDaimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2004-2019 Freightliner 108SD, 114SD, 122SD, Cascadia, Columbia, Classic, FL80, FLD 120SD, Business Class M2, Western Star 4700, 4900, 6900, Sterling Acterra, L7500, LT7500, L8500, LT8500, L9500, and LT9500 vehicles. The vehicles may have an insufficient service brake air reservoir capacity. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 121, "Air Brake Systems."
Read full details...
ConsequenceAn insufficient air reservoir volume may reduce brake effectiveness, increasing the risk of crash.
Est. Repair Completion~73%

~27% chance this recall was never fixed

Moderate Risk

Source: NHTSA statistical model by recall age & component type

#20V525000
Invalid Date

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY:CABLES

SummaryFontaine Modification (Fontaine) is recalling certain 2016-2020 Autohaulers built on Freightliner 114SD chassis. Movement of the cab during operation may cause the battery cable to contact the bottom of the cab, possibly damaging the cable.
Read full details...
ConsequenceDamage to the cable can result in an electrical short, increasing the risk of a fire.
Est. Repair Completion~69%

~31% chance this recall was never fixed

Moderate Risk

Source: NHTSA statistical model by recall age & component type

#18V353000
Invalid Date

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:CALIPER

SummaryDaimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Freightliner M2 Business Class, 108SD, 114SD and Cascadia trucks, Western Star 4700, 4900, and 5700 trucks, FCCC S2C 106 Cab, S2G Cab, XBR, XBS, XCL, XCM, XCP, XCR, and XCS chassis equipped with air disc brakes. The brake caliper mounting bolts on these vehicles may be insufficiently tightened, allowing the bolts to loosen.
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ConsequenceIf the brake caliper mounting bolts loosen, braking performance may be reduced, increasing the risk of a crash.
Est. Repair Completion~68%

~32% chance this recall was never fixed

Moderate Risk

Source: NHTSA statistical model by recall age & component type

#21V896000
Invalid Date

TIRES

SummaryDaimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2012-2021 Freightliner SD 108, Freightliner SD 114, 2016-2020 Freightliner Coronado, 2013 Western Star 6900, 2013-2022 Western Star 4700, Western Star 4900, and 2022 49X vehicles. The tires and rims are not approved and rated for these vehicles from the Tire and Rim Association or tire manufacturer. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 120, "Wheels and Rims-Other Than Passenger Cars."
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ConsequenceUnapproved tires that are not rated for the vehicle can cause tire performance issues, increasing the risk of a crash.
Est. Repair Completion~68%

~32% chance this recall was never fixed

Moderate Risk

Source: NHTSA statistical model by recall age & component type

#17V402000
Invalid Date

SERVICE BRAKES, AIR

SummaryDaimler Trucks North America (DTNA) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Freightliner M2 Business Class, 108SD, and 114SD vehicles. The affected vehicles might not have a required check valve installed in one of the ports of the spring brake modulation valve. Without the valve, the primary air system is not isolated from the secondary air system.
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ConsequenceA rapid loss of air pressure in the secondary system could cause a similar rapid loss of pressure in the primary system, which may lead to a sudden application of the parking brakes. This could increase the risk of a crash.
Est. Repair Completion~68%

~32% chance this recall was never fixed

Moderate Risk

Source: NHTSA statistical model by recall age & component type

#16V634000
Invalid Date

POWER TRAIN:AXLE HUBS

SummaryDaimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain model year 2014-2017 Freightliner M2 Business Class, 108 SD, 114 SD, Cascadia, Coronado, Western Star 4700, 4800, and 5700 XE trucks manufactured March 15, 2013, to July 29, 2016 and equipped with Conmet aluminum non-high capacity hubs. These vehicles specify a front axle weight limit that may be greater than that of the hub capacity. As a result, the hub may fail and the wheel may separate from the axle.
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ConsequenceIf a wheel separates from the axle, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
Est. Repair Completion~64%

~36% chance this recall was never fixed

Moderate Risk

Source: NHTSA statistical model by recall age & component type

#17V043000
Invalid Date

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

SummaryDaimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Freightliner Business Class M2, 108SD, and 114SD trucks. The affected trucks have been modified to be equipped with both left hand and right hand instrument clusters. Due to incompatibilities between the displays, the instrument clusters and/or turn signals may become unresponsive.
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ConsequenceUnresponsive instrument clusters and/or turn signals can increase the risk of a crash.
Est. Repair Completion~64%

~36% chance this recall was never fixed

Moderate Risk

Source: NHTSA statistical model by recall age & component type

#16V658000
Invalid Date

SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:DISC:CALIPER

SummaryDaimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Freightliner M2 Business Class and 114 SD trucks manufactured March 10, 2015, to July 11, 2016. The brake caliper mounting bolts on the affected vehicles may be incorrectly torqued, allowing the bolts to loosen and detach.
Read full details...
ConsequenceIf the brake caliper mounting bolts loosen or detach, braking ability may be reduced, increasing the risk of a crash.
Est. Repair Completion~68%

~32% chance this recall was never fixed

Moderate Risk

Source: NHTSA statistical model by recall age & component type

#16V206000
Dec 2016

SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:DISC:CALIPER

SummaryDaimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain model year 2010-2017 Freightliner M2 Business Class, 108SD, 114SD, and Columbia trucks manufactured from January 6, 2010, through February 29, 2016, equipped with certain Bendix rear disk brakes and spring suspensions. The rear disk brake caliper may have been installed incorrectly, thus allowing the caliper to contact the suspension.
Read full details...
ConsequenceCaliper contact with the spring suspension may reduce the braking effectiveness, increasing the risk of a crash.
Est. Repair Completion~68%

~32% chance this recall was never fixed

Moderate Risk

Source: NHTSA statistical model by recall age & component type

Recall Intelligence

Detailed analysis of recall history and severity

Recall Age — How Long Open
LONG-STANDING OPEN
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:DISC:CALIPER
9.9yr open

⚠ One or more recalls have been open for over 5 years — may never have been repaired on this vehicle.

First Recall
12/04/2016
10 total campaigns
Systems Recalled
SteeringBrakesElectricalSuspension/WheelsEngine/Powertrain
Recall Remedy Breakdown
3
Part Replacements
0
Software/OTA Updates
0
Buyback/Refund
0
High-Effort Repairs
⚠ 1 recall is over 2 years old — statistically less likely to have been completed. Verify repair status with any dealer using your VIN.
Complaints
Details & Analysis
Financial

5-Year Total Cost of Ownership

Estimated based on EPA fuel data, risk-adjusted maintenance, and depreciation

$30,114
~$502/mo over 5 yrs
$0.3/mi
cost per mile
Fuel
$10,000
Insurance (est.)
$7,500
Maintenance
$6,000
Repair Risk Buffer
$1,500
Depreciation
$5,114

Estimated 5-year cost of ownership: $30,114 (~$502/mo). Repair risk buffer is standard due to vehicle risk profile.

Negotiation Ammunition

Use these data-backed findings to negotiate the price down

10 open recalls (unverified repair status)−$5,000
1 recall over 2 years old — likely uncompleted−$400
Total recommended deduction−$5,400

Pre-Purchase Inspection Checklist

Tailored for the 2017 FREIGHTLINER 114SD — specific failure modes your mechanic must check, not a generic list

HIGH
Verify recall STEERING has been repaired
Recall on record for: Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Freightliner 114SD, 122SD, 108SD, Cascadia and Bu
HIGH
Verify recall SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:SUPPLY:RESERVOIR/TANK has been repaired
Recall on record for: Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2004-2019 Freightliner 108SD, 114SD, 122SD, Cascadia, Colu
HIGH
Verify recall ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY:CABLES has been repaired
Recall on record for: Fontaine Modification (Fontaine) is recalling certain 2016-2020 Autohaulers built on Freightliner 114SD chassis. Moveme
HIGH
Verify recall SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:CALIPER has been repaired
Recall on record for: Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Freightliner M2 Business Class, 108SD, 114SD and
HIGH
Verify recall TIRES has been repaired
Recall on record for: Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2012-2021 Freightliner SD 108, Freightliner SD 114, 2016-2
MEDIUM
Get an independent pre-purchase inspection from a trusted mechanic
For any used vehicle with a risk score above Low, a $100–$150 independent inspection is always worth it.
MEDIUM
Run a VIN check on NHTSA.gov to confirm all recalls are closed
Free at nhtsa.gov/vehicle-safety/recalls — enter the VIN and confirm all campaigns show as completed.
MEDIUM
Verify title is clean and check for salvage/rebuilt brands at your state DMV
Title washing across state lines is common — confirm with your state DMV before finalizing purchase.

Recall Probability Forecast

Estimated likelihood of a new recall in the next 18 months based on NHTSA signals

15%
18-month
28%
2-year
Low Probability
Cumulative 2-year risk: 28%

15% baseline recall probability — no strong indicators of an imminent recall.

  • ▸Multiple prior recalls — pattern of safety issues on this model

Maintenance Schedule

OEM-specified service intervals for this vehicle

Maintenance intervals vary significantly by make, model, year, engine, and driving conditions. Always follow the manufacturer's official schedule — not generic industry estimates.

Official FREIGHTLINER Maintenance Guide ↗Search Owner's Manual ↗

Tip: Request the seller's service records and compare against the manufacturer schedule. Missing intervals are a negotiation point.

History & Auctions

Insurance Cost Estimate

Estimated annual premiums based on vehicle profile, theft data, and NHTSA safety ratings

Full Coverage
$1,650–$2,090/yr
~$138–$174/mo
Liability Only
$560–$710/yr
~$47–$59/mo
Category: Standard Vehicle
▼ 9-year-old vehicle: −7% (moderate depreciation)

Based on 2024 national avg ($2,011/yr full coverage). Individual rates vary by driver, location & insurer. Always compare 3+ quotes.

State-Specific Legal Protections

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Complete Data Table

All decoded fields in a single flattened view

Vehicle Identity

VIN1FVMG3DVXHHHZ2151
Model Year2017
MakeFREIGHTLINER
Model114SD
Vehicle TypeINCOMPLETE VEHICLE

Body & Configuration

Body StyleTruck
Drive Type8x4
Fuel TypeDiesel

Engine

Engine Cylinders6
Displacement (L)12.8

Manufacturer

ManufacturerDAIMLER TRUCK NORTH AMERICA LLC
Assembly CityMT. HOLLY
Assembly CountryUNITED STATES (USA)

VIN Structure

WMI (Chars 1–3)1FV
Check Digit (Char 9)X
Model Year Code (Char 10)H
Plant Code (Char 11)H
Sequence (Chars 12–17)HZ2151

Safety Data

NHTSA Recall Count10
NHTSA Complaint Count0

VIN Structure Decode

ISO 3779 character-by-character breakdown of this Vehicle Identification Number

1
1
F
2
V
3
M
4
G
5
3
6
D
7
V
8
X
9
H
10
H
11
H
12
Z
13
2
14
1
15
5
16
1
17
WMI (1–3)
VDS (4–8)
Check Digit (9)
Model Year (10)
Serial (11–17)
1
World Manufacturer
Country & region of manufacture
Position 1
F
Manufacturer
Specific manufacturer identifier
Position 2
V
Vehicle Type
Division or vehicle type
Position 3
MG3DV
Vehicle Descriptor Section (VDS)
Body style, engine type, restraint system
Position 4–8
X
Check Digit
Mathematical validation character
Position 9
H
Model Year
Year of manufacture
Position 10
H
Assembly Plant
Where the vehicle was assembled
Position 11
HZ2151
Production Sequence
Unique serial number for this vehicle
Position 12–17
Country of Manufacture
United States
From VIN position 1 (1)
Model Year Character
"H" → 2017
Could also be 1987
Check Digit (Pos 9)
✓ Valid
ISO 3779 weighted-sum algorithm
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Reliability Scores
Year-by-year reliability ratings
Years to Avoid
Best & worst model years ranked
Common Problems
Owner complaints & known defects
All NHTSA Recalls
Complete recall campaign history
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Disclaimer: Data sourced from NHTSA public APIs and scraped auction listings. For informational purposes only. Not a substitute for a paid vehicle history report. Retrieved: 11/2/2026, 9:54:44 PM.