Compared with other years
NHTSA ODI complaints by model year
Recalls
Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2002-2017 Freightliner Cascadia, Century Class, Columbia and Coronado trucks and Western Star 4700, 4900, 5700, 5900 and 6900 trucks. These vehicles are equipped with Kidde Plastic-Handle or Push Button 'Pindicator' Fire Extinguishers that may become clogged, preventing the extinguisher from discharging as expected or excessive force may be needed to activate the extinguisher. Additionally, in certain models, the nozzle may detach from the valve assembly with enough force that it could cause injury and also render the product inoperable. For a full list of the affected fire extinguisher models visit: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/RMISC-17E062-5427.pdf
Whether a recall was fixed on a particular car is known only to the manufacturer: check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
NHTSA recalls · summaries in NHTSA's own words
Service bulletins
What Freightliner told its dealers about the 2015 Freightliner Century Class: known faults, fixes and updates.
| Bulletin | Summary |
|---|---|
| 10195659 | SS 1032974 High Oil Pressure on 2017 DTNA Vehicles Instrument Cluster Display |
| 10195478 | SS 1033638 - Power Window Express Down Module Discontinued |
| 10190549 | Warranty Information Letter announcing DTNA is adjusting the Standard Repair Times (SRTs) shown. The updated times will be applied to repair orders opened on or after April 5, 2021. |
| 10184785 | Revised Freightliner Service Bulletin for Axle Flange Gasket Replaced with O-Ring. Revision removed steps instructing removal and installation of wheels. Daimler Trucks North America has released a new axle shaft to hub rubber O-ring (part number 11-30728-000) as a replacement for the paper gasket (part number 11-14418-000). The new O-ring will provide better sealing and is reusable. It is quicker and easier to use compared to the paper gasket, because using a paper gasket requires cleaning the hub when the axle shaft is removed. |
| 10181049 | Freightliner Service Bulletin for Axle Flange Gasket Replaced with O-Ring. Daimler Trucks North America has released a new axle shaft to hub rubber O-ring (part number 11-30728-000) as a replacement for the paper gasket (part number 11-14418-000). The new O-ring will provide better sealing and is reusable. It is quicker and easier to use compared to the paper gasket, because using a paper gasket requires cleaning the hub when the axle shaft is removed. |
| 10177648 | Service Bulletin for Guidelines for Cleaning and Disinfecting Cab Surfaces. The following guidelines are for cleaning and disinfecting commonly touched surfaces on the inside and outside of a vehicle. For best results, follow cleaning and disinfecting procedures fully and consistently. Ensure there is adequate ventilation when using chemicals. NOTICE: Wipe down fragile components carefully to avoid damaging the vehicle. |
| 10173894 | Service Bulletin for Lengthening the Backup Light Harness. Though the backup light harness is long enough to connect to the backup light switch, it may be short enough that the wire seals in the connector can be stressed. Moisture entering through the seals can cause corrosion, resulting in a bad connection and/or failure of the switch. As a result, backup lights and, if equipped, the backup alarm, may not function when the vehicle is shifted into reverse. |
| 10170265 | Service Bulletin for A/C system receiver-drier replacement guidelines. |
| 10170264 | Service Bulletin on guidelines for repairing or replacing an electrical harness. |
| 10169532 | Service Bulletin revision that adds Century Class and Columbia models to the affected list for a Door Window and Regulator Retrofit. |
| 10164437 | Warranty Policy Letter to communicate remarketing handling cap for Detroit DT12 Transmission. |
| 10164436 | Warranty Information Letter to announce addition of Thomas Built Bus as a brand with an Authorized Demonstrator Program |
| 10164368 | Warranty Information Letter updated to communicate warranty system updates. |
| 10163633 | Service Information Bulletin regarding PTO Dosing. This feature enables Active Regeneration of the DPFs while in PTO mode. |
| 10163599 | Warranty Information Letter sent to customers regarding new refrigerator supplier for returning parts. |
| 10163548 | Training Solution created by DTNA to provide guidance to customers when searching for service information for components and systems not owned by Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA). |
| 10163511 | Warranty Information Letter - Expanded guidelines for paint-related claims sent out to Freightliner, Western star, Thomas Built Bus, Export and Direct warranty customers |
| 10161128 | Steering Intermediate Shaft Replacement |
| 10160773 | fp00024 Cable-Tie Reference |
| 10158072 | Adjusting Tilt Lock Force on TRW Steering Columns |
| 10158051 | Adjusting Tilt Lock Force on TRW Steering Columns |
| 10158020 | Fuel Level Sending Unit Retrofit |
| 10156420 | Adjusting Tilt Lock Force on TRW Steering Columns |
| 10156399 | Adjusting Tilt Lock Force on TRW Steering Columns |
| 10156370 | Technical Publications Ordering |
NHTSA manufacturer communications (public domain)
NHTSA investigations
Daimler Trucks North America Recalls
NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation