AI Damage2018 Freightliner 114SD: common problems
The maker issued 214 service bulletins for this year. Details by component below, with sources.
Key figures
- Technical service bulletins (TSB)
- 214
Components owners complain about
| Component | Owner complaints | involving a crash | Technical service bulletins (TSB) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Equipment | 0 | 0 | 97 |
| Engine and cooling | 0 | 0 | 49 |
| Electrical system | 0 | 0 | 29 |
| Powertrain | 0 | 0 | 26 |
| Engine | 0 | 0 | 24 |
| Fuel system | 0 | 0 | 15 |
| Structure | 0 | 0 | 8 |
| Suspension | 0 | 0 | 6 |
| Seats | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| Steering | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| Exterior lighting | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Service brakes | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Backover prevention | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Seat belts | 0 | 0 | 1 |
Comparison
What to check before buying
- Engine and cooling. Radiator and fan after a frontal hit, coolant level and condition, overheating.
- Electrical system. Scan all modules, test the battery and alternator, inspect connectors near the impact zone.
- Powertrain. Shift quality under load, harsh shifts, transmission codes, CV joints.
- Engine. Cold start, unusual noises, oil leaks and engine codes.
Manufacturer service bulletins
Bulletin titles as filed with NHTSA.
- Service Solution for Legacy M2 Bulkhead Module (BHM) Replacement and DiagnosticLink Issues
- Fleet Communications for NFD Lower Oil Plug Location - SP Axles
- 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.
- Technical Service Bulletin for Detroit New Final Drive Standard Performance Forward Carrier Change to Top…
Technical Service Bulletin for Detroit New Final Drive Standard Performance Forward Carrier Change to Top Performance Passive Lube Management
- Revised Technical Service Bulletin for Detroit New Final Drive Standard Performance Forward Carrier Change…
Revised Technical Service Bulletin for Detroit New Final Drive Standard Performance Forward Carrier Change to Top Performance Passive Lube Management.
- CX Advocate for M2 and SD Vehicles Transfer Case Failures Due to Excessive Vehicle Speed (SS 3155-FTL)
- 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
- Service Solution for M2 and SD Vehicles Transfer Case Failures Due to Excessive Vehicle Speed
NHTSA lists 214 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 2018 Freightliner 114SD?
There are no owner complaints in the NHTSA data for this year; the data comes from 214 manufacturer service bulletins.
How many service bulletins (TSB) were issued for the 2018 Freightliner 114SD?
NHTSA lists 214 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 2018 Freightliner 114SD 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 2018 models
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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.