AI Damage2016 Freightliner 108SD: common problems
The maker issued 193 service bulletins for this year. Details by component below, with sources.
Key figures
- Technical service bulletins (TSB)
- 193
Components owners complain about
| Component | Owner complaints | involving a crash | Technical service bulletins (TSB) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Equipment | 0 | 0 | 92 |
| Electrical system | 0 | 0 | 34 |
| Engine and cooling | 0 | 0 | 31 |
| Engine | 0 | 0 | 19 |
| Fuel system | 0 | 0 | 13 |
| Powertrain | 0 | 0 | 9 |
| Structure | 0 | 0 | 7 |
| Steering | 0 | 0 | 5 |
| Suspension | 0 | 0 | 5 |
| Seats | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| Exterior lighting | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Seat belts | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Service brakes | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Backover prevention | 0 | 0 | 1 |
Comparison
What to check before buying
- Electrical system. Scan all modules, test the battery and alternator, inspect connectors near the impact zone.
- Engine and cooling. Radiator and fan after a frontal hit, coolant level and condition, overheating.
- Engine. Cold start, unusual noises, oil leaks and engine codes.
- Fuel system. Fuel smell, leaks, rough running, fuel-system codes.
Manufacturer service bulletins
Bulletin titles as filed with NHTSA.
- Service Solution for M2, 108SD, 114SD - Unable to Program Replacement Bulkhead Module - Certain Model Years
- Service Solution for Legacy M2 Bulkhead Module (BHM) Replacement and DiagnosticLink Issues
- Service Solution for Legacy M2 Bulkhead Module (BHM) Replacement and Diagnosticlink Issue
- CX Advocate for NOx conversion low faults
- CX Advocate for turbo oil drain cracking
- CX Advocate for repairing seat occupancy sensor (TSB 91-016-FTL)
- CX Advocate for DD13 Gen 5 engines operating at high altitude experience EGR slow response fault
- CX Advocate for CARB tightening the Readiness Criteria applied to On-Board Diagnostic (OBD) test…
CX Advocate for CARB tightening the Readiness Criteria applied to On-Board Diagnostic (OBD) test submissions for the Clean Truck Check.
- Warranty Information letter for Detroit Line or Line Seal, High Pressure Fuel Injector Standard Repair…
- Technical Service Bulletin for Repairing Seat Occupancy Sensor for ISRI, SEARS and National Truck Seats
- Parts Bulletin for Powertrain Power Distribution Module (PTPDM) Kit Replacement
- CX Advocate for bulkhead module reprogramming (SS 3146-FTL)
NHTSA lists 193 bulletins for this year; the 12 newest are shown here.
Other years of this model
Questions and answers
What are the most common problems with the 2016 Freightliner 108SD?
There are no owner complaints in the NHTSA data for this year; the data comes from 193 manufacturer service bulletins.
How many service bulletins (TSB) were issued for the 2016 Freightliner 108SD?
NHTSA lists 193 manufacturer service bulletins for this year. A bulletin tells dealers how to diagnose or fix a known issue; it is not a recall.
Should I buy a 2016 Freightliner 108SD from a US auction?
Owner complaints describe defects, not crash damage. Before bidding, check the components listed above and review the lot photos: VinWind builds a report of visible and hidden damage by VIN.
Other 2016 models
Read also
Sources: public NHTSA data (USA): service bulletins and owner complaints; YouTube: links to videos credited to their authors. Complaints are owner statements not verified by NHTSA, and describe defects rather than crash damage. Data updated 2026-11-04.