- Year: 2005
- Make: Freightliner
- Model: Columbia
- Trims Available: 0
- Made In: UNITED STATES
- Body & Doors: CONVENTIONAL CAB
- Engine: 12.8L L6 DIESEL
- Transmission: Not on File
- Driveline: 4X2
- Seating: Not on File
- MSRP: $Not on File
- MPG: Not on File
- Tires: Not on File
- Tank Size: Not on File
2005 Freightliner Columbia Review
Vehicle Overview
2005 Freightliner Columbia has an enjoyable CONVENTIONAL CAB body style. It is manufactured in United States. The car has 0 variation available for its customers. The engine type is 12.8L L6 DIESEL. The wheel of the vehicle's axle are 4X2 driveline. 2005 Freightliner Columbia has had 13 recalls in the past 19 years.
Popular VINs
- 1FVAA6CV45LN09157
Popular VINs
- 1FVAA6CV45LN09157
Vehicle Specifications
year:
2005
Make:
Freightliner
Model:
Columbia
Trim Level:
-
Manufactured In:
UNITED STATES
Production Seq. Number:
N09157
Body Style:
CONVENTIONAL CAB
Engine Type:
12.8L L6 DIESEL
Transmission-short:
Not on File
Transmission-long:
Not on File
Driveline:
4X2
Tank:
Not on File
Fuel Economy-city:
Not on File
Fuel Economy-highway:
Not on File
Anti-Brake System:
Not on File
Steering Type:
Not on File
Front Brake Type:
Not on File
Rear Brake Type:
Not on File
Turning Diameter:
Not on File
Front Suspension:
Not on File
Rear Suspension:
Not on File
Front Spring Type:
Not on File
Rear Spring Type:
Not on File
Tires:
Not on File
Front Headroom:
Not on File
Rear Headroom:
Not on File
Front Legroom:
Not on File
Rear Legroom:
Not on File
Front Shoulder Room:
Not on File
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not on File
Front Hip Room:
Not on File
Rear Hip Room:
Not on File
Interior Trim:
Not on File
Exterior Color:
Not on File
Curb Weight-automatic:
Not on File
Curb Weight-manual:
Not on File
Overall Length:
Not on File
Overall Width:
Not on File
Overall Height:
Not on File
Wheelbase:
Not on File
Ground Clearance:
Not on File
Track Front:
Not on File
Track Rear:
Not on File
Cargo Length:
Not on File
Width at Wheelwell:
Not on File
Width at Wall:
Not on File
Depth:
Not on File
Standard Seating:
Not on File
Optional Seating:
Not on File
Passenger Volume:
Not on File
Cargo Volume:
Not on File
Standard Towing:
Not on File
Maximum Towing:
Not on File
Standard Payload:
Not on File
Maximum Payload:
Not on File
Standard GVWR:
Not on File
Maximum GVWR:
Not on File
Basic-duration:
Not on File
Basic-distance:
Not on File
Powertrain-duration:
Not on File
Powertrain-distance:
Not on File
Rust-duration:
Not on File
Rust-distance:
Not on File
MSRP:
Not on File
Dealer Invoice:
Not on File
Destination Charge:
Not on File
Child Safety Door Locks:
Not on File
Locking Pickup Truck Tailgate:
Not on File
Power Door Locks:
Not on File
Vehicle Anti-Theft:
Not on File
4WD/AWD:
Not on File
ABS Brakes:
Not on File
Automatic Load-Leveling:
Not on File
Electronic Brake Assistance:
Not on File
Limited Slip Differential:
Not on File
Locking Differential:
Not on File
Traction Control:
Not on File
Vehicle Stability Control System:
Not on File
Driver Airbag:
Not on File
Front Side Airbag:
Not on File
Front Side Airbag with Head Protection:
Not on File
Passenger Airbag:
Not on File
Side Head Curtain Airbag:
Not on File
Second Row Side Airbag:
Not on File
Second Row Side Airbag with Head Protection:
Not on File
Electronic Parking Aid:
Not on File
First Aid Kit:
Not on File
Trunk Anti-Trap Device:
Not on File
Keyless Entry:
Not on File
Remote Ignition:
Not on File
Air Conditioning:
Not on File
Separate Driver/Front Passenger Climate Controls:
Not on File
Cruise Control:
Not on File
Tachometer:
Not on File
Tilt Steering:
Not on File
Tilt Steering Column:
Not on File
Heated Steering Wheel:
Not on File
Leather Steering Wheel:
Not on File
Steering Wheel Mounted Controls:
Not on File
Telescopic Steering Column:
Not on File
Adjustable Foot Pedals:
Not on File
Genuine Wood Trim:
Not on File
Tire Pressure Monitor:
Not on File
Trip Computer:
Not on File
AM/FM Radio:
Not on File
Cassette Player:
Not on File
CD Player:
Not on File
CD Changer:
Not on File
DVD Player:
Not on File
Voice Activated Telephone:
Not on File
Navigation Aid:
Not on File
Second Row Sound Controls:
Not on File
Subwoofer:
Not on File
Telematics System:
Not on File
Driver Multi-Adjustable Power Seat:
Not on File
Front Cooled Seat:
Not on File
Front Heated Seat:
Not on File
Front Power Lumbar Support:
Not on File
Front Power Memory Seat:
Not on File
Front Split Bench Seat:
Not on File
Leather Seat:
Not on File
Passenger Multi-Adjustable Power Seat:
Not on File
Second Row Folding Seat:
Not on File
Second Row Heated Seat:
Not on File
Second Row Multi-Adjustable Power Seat:
Not on File
Second Row Removable Seat:
Not on File
Third Row Removable Seat:
Not on File
Cargo Area Cover:
Not on File
Cargo Area Tiedowns:
Not on File
Cargo Net:
Not on File
Load Bearing Exterior Rack:
Not on File
Pickup Truck Bed Liner:
Not on File
Power Sunroof:
Not on File
Removable Top:
Not on File
Manual Sunroof:
Not on File
Automatic Headlights:
Not on File
Daytime Running Lights:
Not on File
Fog Lights:
Not on File
High Intensity Discharge Headlights:
Not on File
Pickup Truck Cargo Box Light:
Not on File
Running Boards:
Not on File
Front Air Dam:
Not on File
Rear Spoiler:
Not on File
Skid Plate:
Not on File
Splash Guards:
Not on File
Wind Deflector for Convertibles:
Not on File
Power Sliding Side Van Door:
Not on File
Power Trunk Lid:
Not on File
Alloy Wheels:
Not on File
Chrome Wheels:
Not on File
Full Size Spare Tire:
Not on File
Run Flat Tires:
Not on File
Steel Wheels:
Not on File
Power Windows:
Not on File
Electrochromic Exterior Rearview Mirror:
Not on File
Glass Rear Window on Convertible:
Not on File
Heated Exterior Mirror:
Not on File
Electrochromic Interior Rearview Mirror:
Not on File
Power Adjustable Exterior Mirror:
Not on File
Deep Tinted Glass:
Not on File
Interval Wipers:
Not on File
Rain Sensing Wipers:
Not on File
Rear Window Defogger:
Not on File
Rear Wiper:
Not on File
Sliding Rear Pickup Truck Window:
Not on File
Tow Hitch Receiver:
Not on File
Towing Preparation Package:
Not on File
Engine Compressor Type:
Not on File
Engine Fuel Type:
Not on File
Tier Five - Vehicle Market Perception:
Not on File
Doors:
Not on File
Vehicle Style:
Not on File
Vehicle Type:
Not on File
Engine Cylinder:
Not on File
Engine Size:
Not on File
Vehicle Size:
Not on File
Horsepower:
Not on File
Trims Available:
Not on File
Drivetrain:
Not on File
Safety & Recalls
Recall 136438 started on 12/15/2017 by MFR effecting 24,860 units.
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Summary: 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
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Consequence: In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.
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Remedy: DTNA will notify owners, and instruct them to contact Kidde for a replacement fire extinguisher, free of charge. The recall began on April 11, 2018. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712, or contact Kidde customer service toll-free at 1-855-262-3540, or online at www.kidde.com and click on "Product Safety Recall" for more information. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-759.
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Notes: Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Recall 94630 started on 10/13/2011 by MFR effecting 9,689 units.
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Summary: DAIMLER TRUCKS IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2005-2011 FREIGHTLINER CASCADIA, COLUMBIA, CENTURY, CORONADO, AND CLASSIC XL TRUCKS MANUFACTURED FROM NOVEMBER 1, 2004, THROUGH JUNE 15, 2010 FOR THE RACK AND PINION STEERING SYSTEM. THE LOWER PINION BEARING MAY CORRODE AND FAIL. A FAILED BEARING MAY LEAD TO DAMAGE OF THE SPOOL VALVE SEALS. A DAMAGE SPOOL VALVE SEAL MAY ALLOW HYDRAULIC FLUID TO FLOW TO THE RIGHT OR LEFT TURN PORT INSTEAD OF FLOWING TO THE RETURN PORT.
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Consequence: THE STEERING COULD UNEXPECTEDLY TURN LEFT OR RIGHT, MAKING THE VEHICLE MORE DIFFICULT TO CONTROL AND INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
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Remedy: DAIMLER TRUCKS WILL INSPECT THE LOWER BEARING FOR CORROSION. IF CORROSION IS FOUND, THE RACK AND PINION SYSTEM WILL BE REPLACED. IF NO CORROSION IS FOUND, ON THE BEARING, THE BEARING WILL BE PACKED WITH GREASE AND THE RUBBER BELLOWS WILL BE REPLACED WITH SEALANT ADDED BETWEEN THE BELLOWS AND THE RACK HOUSING. AN INTERIM LETTER WAS MAILED IN DECEMBER 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DAIMLER TRUCKS TOLL-FREE AT 1-800-547-0712.
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Notes: DAIMLER TRUCKS' SAFETY RECALL NUMBER IS FL-614.OWNERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV .
Recall 66225 started on 09/16/2011 by MFR effecting 73,500 units.
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Summary: DAIMLER TRUCKS IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2004 THROUGH 2008 HEAVY TRUCKS MANUFACTURED FROM JULY 11, 2003, THROUGH SEPTEMBER 28, 2007, EQUIPPED WITH EPA04 MODEL MBE4000 ENGINES BUILT WITH PLASTIC LOW PRESSURE FUEL LINES AND FUEL FILTERS MOUNTED NEAR THE CENTER OF THE ENGINE ON THE LEFT-HAND SIDE. THE PLASTIC LOW PRESSURE FUEL LINE BETWEEN ENGINE MOUNTED FUEL FILTER AND ENGINE BLOCK MAY DEVELOP A SUBSTANTIAL DIESEL FUEL LEAK.
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Consequence: THIS COULD CREATE A ROAD HAZARD INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH. FUEL LEAKAGE, IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, COULD RESULT IN A FIRE.
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Remedy: DAIMLER TRUCKS WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND THE REMEDY WILL BE PERFORMED BY DETROIT DIESEL CORPORATION AUTHORIZED REPAIR FACILITIES. VEHICLES WILL BE INSPECTED AND THE PLASTIC LOW PRESSURE FUEL LINE WILL BE REPLACED WITH A STEEL LOW PRESSURE FUEL LINE. THIS SERVICE WILL BE PERFORMED FREE OF CHARGE. AN INTERIM LETTER WAS MAILED TO OWNERS ON OCTOBER 28, 2011. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON FEBRUARY 21, 2012. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DAIMLER TRUCKS AT 1-800-547-0712.
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Notes: DAIMLER TRUCKS' CAMPAIGN NUMBER IS 11C-2.OWNERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV .
Recall 66918 started on 09/23/2009 by MFR effecting 25,362 units.
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Summary: DAIMLER TRUCKS IS RECALLING MODEL YEAR 2004-2010 TRUCKS EQUIPPED WITH CATERPILLAR C15 ENGINE. THE VARIABLE VALVE ACTUATION OIL LINE MAY RUB AGAINST THE P-CLIPS RETAINING THE OIL LINE, CAUSING AN OIL LEAK.
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Consequence: AN OIL LEAK MAY RESULT IN A FIRE.
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Remedy: DAIMLER TRUCKS IS WORKING WITH CATERPILLAR TO REMEDY THESE VEHICLES. PLEASE SEE CATERPILLAR'S DEFECT REPORT 09E-020. CATERPILLAR WILL INSPECT AND REPAIR THE NECESSARY COMPONENTS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 5, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CATERPILLAR TOLL-FREE AT 1-800-447-4986 OR DAIMLER TRUCKS AT 1-800-547-0712.
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Notes: DAIMLER TRUCKS RECALL NO. FL-558. OWNERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV .
Recall 88774 started on 03/11/2008 by MFR effecting 62,000 units.
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Summary: DAIMLER TRUCKS IS RECALLING 62,000 MY 2005-2007 FREIGHTLINER BUSINESS CLASS, CENTURY CLASS, COLUMBIA, CORONADO, FLD, CLASSIC, STERLING A-LINE, L-LINE, AND WESTERN STAR 4900 TRUCKS. A FRACTURED FUEL LINE COULD LEAK DIESEL FUEL.
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Consequence: IF A LEAK CONTINUES UNDETECTED UNDER CERTAIN CONDITIONS, FUEL MAY IGNITE AT A HOT ENGINE SURFACE AND/OR FUEL MAY BE SPILLED ON THE ROAD SURFACE.
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Remedy: HIGH PRESSURE FUEL LINES AND TRANSFER TUBES WILL BE INSPECTED AND REPLACED FREE OF CHARGED. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 9, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DAIMLER TRUCKS AT 1-800-547-0712.
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Notes: DAIMLER TRUCK RECALL NO. FL-526.CUSTOMERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.
Recall 72573 started on 09/06/2007 by MFR effecting 450 units.
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Summary: ON CERTAIN TRUCKS EQUIPPED WITH RACK AND PINION STEERING, THE BALL SOCKET ASSEMBLY AT THE INNER END OF THE DRIVER SIDE TIE ROD MAY BE DAMAGED IN A SHARP TURN. EXCESSIVE TIE ROD ANGLES MAY LOOSEN THE TIE ROD IN THE BALL SOCKET OR DAMAGE THE THREADED TIE ROD SOCKET ATTACHMENT TO THE STEERING RACK ON THE DRIVER SIDE. THE THREADED END OF THE BALL SOCKET ASSEMBLY MAY FRACTURE AND SEPARATE.
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Consequence: A FRACTURED TIE ROD ASSEMBLY WILL MAKE THE VEHICLE MORE DIFFICULT TO CONTROL AT HIGHER SPEEDS AND A CRASH MAY OCCUR.
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Remedy: DEALERS WILL CHANGE THE FRONT AXLE STEERING STOPS TO PREVENT INTERFERENCE IN THE TIE ROD BALL SOCKET ASSEMBLY AND STEERING COMPONENTS WILL BE REPLACED FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 8, 2008, AND WILL BE MAILED IN PHASES THROUGH DECEMBER 31, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FREIGHTLINER AT 1-800-547-0712.
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Notes: FREIGHTLINER RECALL NO. FL-513. CUSTOMERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.
Recall 72344 started on 09/05/2007 by MFR effecting 413 units.
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Summary: ON CERTAIN TRUCKS EQUIPPED WITH RACK AND PINION STEERING, THE TIE ROD ARMS MAY HAVE BEEN INCORRECTLY INSTALLED. THE THREADED END OF THE BALL SOCKET ASSEMBLY MAY FRACTURE AND SEPARATE.
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Consequence: A FRACTURED TIE ROD ASSEMBLY WILL MAKE THE VEHICLE MORE DIFFICULT TO CONTROL AT HIGHER SPEEDS AND A CRASH MAY OCCUR.
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Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT FOR INSTALLATION OF THE STEERING ARMS. STEERING COMPONENTS WILL BE REPLACED ON TRUCKS THAT HAVE INCORRECTLY INSTALLED TIE ROD ARMS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 1, 2008. OWNER MAY CONTACT FREIGHTLINER AT 1-800-547-0712.
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Notes: FREIGHTLINER RECALL NO. FL-512.CUSTOMERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.
Recall 89107 started on 07/16/2007 by MFR effecting 75,000 units.
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Summary: CERTAIN FREIGHTLINER SCHOOL BUS CHASSIS, HEAVY TRUCKS, AND THOMAS BUILT SCHOOL BUSES MANUFACTURED BETWEEN JULY 2002 AND JULY 3, 2007, EQUIPPED WITH BENDIX SR-7 SPRING BRAKE CONTROL VALVES. THE PARKER SCV BRASS 90 DEGREE SINGLE CHECK VALVES (SCV) WHICH ATTACH TO THE SUPPLY PORT OF A BENDIX SR-7 SPRING BRAKE MODULATING VALVE CAN BREAK APART. PIECES OF THE PARKER SCV CAN BECOME LODGED INSIDE THE SR-7 SPRING BRAKE MODULATING VALVE, POTENTIALLY CAUSING EITHER LEAKAGE OUT OF THE SR-7 VALVE OR PREVENTING AIR FROM PROPERLY EXHAUSTING FROM THE SR-7 VALVE. ALSO, DUE TO A MANUFACTURING DEFECT IN THE INTERNAL RUBBER CHECK VALVE INSIDE THE SR-7 SPRING BRAKE MODULATING VALVES, THE VALVES CAN BECOME DEFORMED AND NOT SEAT PROPERLY.
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Consequence: THESE CONDITIONS COULD EITHER RESULT IN LEAKAGE AND CAUSE A DELAY IN THE APPLICATION OF THE SPRING BRAKE WITHOUT WARNING OR POSSIBLY LEAD TO UNINTENDED VEHICLE ROLLAWAY OR BRAKE DRAG WHICH COULD RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH, PERSONAL INJURY, OR DEATH.
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Remedy: FREIGHTLINER WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPAIR THE VEHICLES FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JANUARY 11, 2008 TO FREIGHTLINER, STERLING, AND FREIGHTLINER CUSTOM CHASSIS OWNERS; TO THOMAS BUILT BUS OWNERS ON FEBRUARY 1, 2008. OWNERS CAN CONTACT FREIGHTLINER AT 1-800-547-0712.
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Notes: FREIGHTLINER RECALL NO. FL-504.CUSTOMERS MAY CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.
Recall 32950 started on 07/03/2007 by ODI effecting 25,643 units.
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Summary: CERTAIN FREIGHTLINER SCHOOL BUSES AND TRUCKS MANUFACTURED FROM OCTOBER 23, 2004, TO MARCH 21, 2006. DURING THE STEERING COLUMN MANUFACTURING PROCESS TWO WELDS MAY HAVE BEEN MISSING.
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Consequence: COLUMNS WITH TWO WELDS MISSING MAY FATIGUE AND FRACTURE AND ALLOW THE STEERING WHEEL TO PROGRESSIVELY BE MOVED OUT OF ITS NORMAL POSITION WHICH MAY CAUSE THE STEERING TO RESPOND DIFFERENTLY THAN EXPECTED. IF THIS CONDITION IS IGNORED, A CRASH MAY OCCUR.
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Remedy: FREIGHTLINER WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND INSPECT AND REPAIR THE AFFECTED VEHICLE FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 30, 2007. OWNERS CAN CONTACT FREIGHTLINER AT 1-800-547-0712.
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Notes: FREIGHTLINER RECALL NO. FL-503.CUSTOMERS MAY CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.
Recall 50984 started on 06/05/2006 by MFR effecting 61,000 units.
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Summary: ON CERTAIN TRUCKS, THE PROTECTIVE COVER FOR THE CAB POWER DISTRIBUTION MODEL (PDM) MAY BE MISSING OR IMPROPERLY INSTALLED.
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Consequence: IF THE PROTECTIVE COVER IS MISSING OR NOT POSITIONED CORRECTLY, ANY WATER INTRUSION FROM AN OPEN WINDOW OR WINDSHIELD LEAK MAY SEEP THROUGH THE UPPER DASH COVER SEAM AND DRIP ONTO THE PDM. WATER ON THE PDM CIRCUITS MAY CAUSE A SHORT CIRCUIT RESULTING IN A FIRE THAT COULD CAUSE PERSONAL INJURY.
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Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSTALL A NEW COVER FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON DECEMBER 18, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FREIGHTLINER AT 1-800-547-0712.
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Notes: FREIGHTLINER RECALL NO. FL-476.CUSTOMERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.
Recall 55318 started on 02/08/2006 by ODI effecting 5,771 units.
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Summary: ON CERTAIN TRUCKS EQUIPPED WITH CATERPILLAR DIESEL ENGINES, THE VARIABLE VALVE ACTUATION OIL LINE MAY WEAR AGAINST THE SHARP EDGE OF THE CYLINDER HEAD IF NOT POSITIONED CORRECTLY.
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Consequence: THE OIL LINE MAY BE CUT ON THE CYLINDER HEAD CAUSING AN OIL LEAK AND A POSSIBLE FIRE.
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Remedy: CATERPILLAR, IN CONJUNCTION WITH FREIGHTLINER, WILL BE CONDUCTING THE OWNER NOTIFICATION AND REMEDY FOR THIS CAMPAIGN FREE OF CHARGE. OWNERS MAY CALL CATERPILLAR AT 309-675-6496, OR FREIGHTLINER AT 1-800-547-0712.
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Notes: FREIGHTLINER RECALL NO. FL-471.CUSTOMERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.
Recall 57345 started on 10/05/2005 by MFR effecting 1,100 units.
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Summary: CERTAIN 2005 THOMAS BUILT FS-65 AND C-2 SCHOOL BUSES AND 2005 FREIGHTLINER ARGOSY, COLUMBIA, CENTURY ST, AND M2 BUSINESS CLASS TRUCKS MANUFACTURED BETWEEN JUNE 4 AND JULY 8, 2005. THE SPINDLES IN THE REAR AXLE HOUSING WERE OVERHEATED DURING THE HEAT TREATMENT PROCESS. INCORRECTLY HEAT TREATED SPINDLES COULD RESULT IN A FRACTURE OF THE SPINDLE.
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Consequence: INCORRECTLY HEAT TREATED SPINDLES COULD FRACTURE, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.
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Remedy: FREIGHTLINER WILL NOTIFY ITS CUSTOMERS AND INSPECT FOR THE HEAT TREAT DATE CODE ON THE END OF THE REAR SPINDLES AND REPLACE THE AXLE HOUSING IF NECESSARY. THE RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN ON JANUARY 23, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FREIGHTLINER
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Notes: FREIGHTLINER RECALL NO. FL-460.CUSTOMERS MAY CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236; (TTY:1-800-424-9153); OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.
Recall 36703 started on 04/27/2005 by MFR effecting 3,500 units.
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Summary: ON CERTAIN HEAVY DUTY CLASS 8 TRUCKS EQUIPPED WITH ACCURIDE ALUMINUM WHEELS, THE WHEELS WERE NOT PROPERLY PRE-STRESSED. THIS ALLOWS CRACKS TO DEVELOP OVER TIME.
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Consequence: THIS MAY EVENTUALLY LEAD TO WHEEL FAILURE AND POSSIBLY RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
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Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE WHEELS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 21, 2005. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FREIGHTLINER AT 1-800-547-0712.
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Notes: FREIGHTLINER RECALL NO. FL-448.CUSTOMERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.
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