2004 FREIGHTLINER CENTURY CLASS

2 recalls, 1 complaints - 204 TSBs

17V810000 Dec 15, 2017
EQUIPMENT
Defect Description
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 tha... Read more
Consequence
In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.
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 ... Read more
24,860 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Daimler Trucks North America LLC
09V366000 Sep 23, 2009
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Defect Description
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.
Consequence
AN OIL LEAK MAY RESULT IN A FIRE.
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... Read more
25,362 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: DAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA

Complaint Statistics

1 total complaints 1 fires

Top Reported Components

ComponentComplaints
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:DIESEL1
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:DIESEL Aug 30, 2010
Incident date: Jul 7, 2010
2004 FREIGHTLINER CENTURY, VEHICLE CAUGHT FIRE.*BF ACCORDING TO THE POLICE REPORT, THE TRUCK HAD ENGINE TROUBLE. THE DRIVER COMPLAINED OF LEG AND SHOULDER INJURY WHEN HE JUMPED FROM THE TRUCK. (OHIO TRAFFIC CRASH REPORT # 10-0397-91)*JB UPDATED 09/13/10*BF
Fire

Technical Service Bulletins, 2004 FREIGHTLINER CENTURY CLASS

204 manufacturer communications from 159 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.

Most Affected Components

ComponentBulletins
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL50
350000 EQUIPMENT23
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING16
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY11
060000 ENGINE (PWS)8
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE7
100000 POWER TRAIN6
090000 FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER6
04TS-43REV4 Feb 19, 2021
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Revised Technical Service Letter for Series 60 and Series 50 Camshaft Timing Specifications. Camshaft timing, valve lash, injector height, and Jake Brake lash are all very important specifications that must be followed closely in order to o
SB35-036 Dec 23, 2020
100000 POWER TRAIN
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
SB54-278 Oct 27, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
Updated Freightliner Service Bulletin for Powernet Troubleshooting Guide - Batteries, Path, Alternator, and Starter. This bulletin replaces the version dated 5/31/2017. Information is added about the BCT-460DTNA PowerNet Assessment Tool. Wh
SB54-278 Oct 27, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Updated Freightliner Service Bulletin for Powernet Troubleshooting Guide - Batteries, Path, Alternator, and Starter. This bulletin replaces the version dated 5/31/2017. Information is added about the BCT-460DTNA PowerNet Assessment Tool. Wh
SB35-036 Oct 7, 2020
100000 POWER TRAIN
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 11-1441
SB35-036 Oct 7, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
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 11-1441
20TS-01 Jan 21, 2020
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Technical Service Letter for DDC Series 60 engines concerning Series 60 Cylinder Head Resurfacing/Finish. Detroit Diesel does not recommend third party resurfacing of Series 60 cylinder heads (outside of Detroit and Detroit Reman).
20TS-01 Jan 21, 2020
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Technical Service Letter for DDC Series 60 engines concerning Series 60 Cylinder Head Resurfacing/Finish. Detroit Diesel does not recommend third party resurfacing of Series 60 cylinder heads (outside of Detroit and Detroit Reman).
19-008WI Aug 7, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
Warranty Information Letter sent to customers regarding new refrigerator supplier for returning parts.
19-009WI Aug 5, 2019
160000 STRUCTURE
Warranty Information Letter - Expanded guidelines for paint-related claims sent out to Freightliner, Western star, Thomas Built Bus, Export and Direct warranty customers
fp46907 Apr 30, 2019
010000 STEERING
Steering Intermediate Shaft Replacement
fp00024 Mar 8, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
fp00024 Cable-Tie Reference
sb9810 Chassis P Oct 18, 2018
160000 STRUCTURE
Service Bulletin 9810- Chassis Paint Usage
SID 146 07 0903- Sep 30, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
Service information Bulletin
M2 Roof Repair Aug 27, 2018
160000 STRUCTURE
Freightliner M2 Roof Repair
sb3125 AirLiner Aug 14, 2018
020000 SUSPENSION
Service Bulletin: AirLiner Suspension Six-Piece Bolted Service Crossmember
sb0036 Jul 23, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
Operating Hours for the Customer Assistance Center
SS1033638 Jun 28, 2018
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
SS 1033638 - Power Window Express Down Module Discontinued
ssb3312 Feb 26, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
ssb3312 Tapacubos flojos en ejes Rockwell? FF?981
sb98020 Feb 26, 2018
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
sb98020 Axalta Paint Finish CareB
sb54296 Feb 26, 2018
092000 FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:DELIVERY
sb54296 Fuel Level Sending Unit RetrofitB
sb54296 Feb 26, 2018
090000 FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER
sb54296 Fuel Level Sending Unit RetrofitB
sb54251 Feb 26, 2018
121100 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS:CONCEALMENT DEVICES
sb54251 Condensation and Possible Water Entry Points in Headlamp Assemblies
sb54251 Feb 26, 2018
121000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
sb54251 Condensation and Possible Water Entry Points in Headlamp Assemblies
sb54224 Feb 26, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
sb54224 New Severe-Duty Taillight and Trailer PDMs (Power Distribution Modules)
sb54224 Feb 26, 2018
123000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TAIL LIGHTS
sb54224 New Severe-Duty Taillight and Trailer PDMs (Power Distribution Modules)
sb54224 Feb 26, 2018
114000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
sb54224 New Severe-Duty Taillight and Trailer PDMs (Power Distribution Modules)
sb54202 Feb 26, 2018
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
sb54202 Rerouting the DDEC IV Relative-Humidity-Sensor Harness
sb54202 Feb 26, 2018
114000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
sb54202 Rerouting the DDEC IV Relative-Humidity-Sensor Harness
sb54194 Feb 26, 2018
353400 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.
sb54194 Required Maintenance for Freightliner-Branded and Delco Cassette Players
sb54194 Feb 26, 2018
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
sb54194 Required Maintenance for Freightliner-Branded and Delco Cassette Players
sb54148 Feb 26, 2018
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
sb54148 Radio and Integrated Thin-Film Antenna Troubleshooting, and Field Service UpdatesB
sb54148 Feb 26, 2018
353400 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.
sb54148 Radio and Integrated Thin-Film Antenna Troubleshooting, and Field Service UpdatesB
sb54148 Feb 26, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
sb54148 Radio and Integrated Thin-Film Antenna Troubleshooting, and Field Service UpdatesB
sb54122 Feb 26, 2018
117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
sb54122 ICU3 Service Cluster AvailableB
sb54122 Feb 26, 2018
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
sb54122 ICU3 Service Cluster AvailableB
sb54109 Feb 26, 2018
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
sb54109 RAMI Antenna
sb54109 Feb 26, 2018
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
sb54109 RAMI Antenna
sb54109 Feb 26, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
sb54109 RAMI Antenna
sb54105 Feb 26, 2018
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
sb54105 Fresh Air Warning Buzzer Disable
sb31034 Feb 26, 2018
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
sb31034 Towing ProceduresB
sb31034 Feb 26, 2018
354600 EQUIPMENT:MECHANICAL:WRECKER AND WHEEL LIFT DEVICES
sb31034 Towing ProceduresB
sb6083 Feb 26, 2018
162900 STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS
sb6083 Roof Seam Seal Repair
sb5471 Feb 26, 2018
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
sb5471 Vehicle Speed Sensor Optimized Idle FeatureB
sb5471 Feb 26, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
sb5471 Vehicle Speed Sensor Optimized Idle FeatureB
sb5471 Feb 26, 2018
180000 VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
sb5471 Vehicle Speed Sensor Optimized Idle FeatureB
sb4267 Feb 26, 2018
044200 SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:DRUM:DRUM
sb4267 Brake Shimmy?Meritor? SteeLite X30? Brake Drum with Excessive RunoutB
sb4256 Feb 26, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
sb4256 Enabling M2 Exhaust Brake Lights
sb4256 Feb 26, 2018
125000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS
sb4256 Enabling M2 Exhaust Brake Lights
sb4256 Feb 26, 2018
063000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM
sb4256 Enabling M2 Exhaust Brake Lights
sb2083 Feb 26, 2018
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
sb2083 FluidXchange Tool and FittingsB
sb2083 Feb 26, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
sb2083 FluidXchange Tool and FittingsB
sb2083 Feb 26, 2018
062100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:RADIATOR ASSEMBLY
sb2083 FluidXchange Tool and FittingsB
sb2074 Feb 26, 2018
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
sb2074 Kysor Fan Clutch Rocking Runout Inspection
sb2074 Feb 26, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
sb2074 Kysor Fan Clutch Rocking Runout Inspection
sb2074 Feb 26, 2018
062200 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:FAN
sb2074 Kysor Fan Clutch Rocking Runout Inspection
sb2071 Feb 26, 2018
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
sb2071 FEPTO Snowplow, Isolated Radiator Retrofit, EPA07, DD-13B
sb2071 Feb 26, 2018
354000 EQUIPMENT:MECHANICAL
sb2071 FEPTO Snowplow, Isolated Radiator Retrofit, EPA07, DD-13B
sb2071 Feb 26, 2018
062100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:RADIATOR ASSEMBLY
sb2071 FEPTO Snowplow, Isolated Radiator Retrofit, EPA07, DD-13B
sb2069 Feb 26, 2018
354000 EQUIPMENT:MECHANICAL
sb2069 Kysor Fan Clutch Sticking
sb2069 Feb 26, 2018
062200 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:FAN
sb2069 Kysor Fan Clutch Sticking
sb2068 Feb 26, 2018
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
sb2068 Conventional Fully-Formulated Coolant with SCA Color Change
sb2068 Feb 26, 2018
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
sb2068 Conventional Fully-Formulated Coolant with SCA Color Change
sb2063 Feb 26, 2018
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
sb2063 Coolant Filter Inspection Procedure, DD13 DD15 DD16 Only
sb2063 Feb 26, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
sb2063 Coolant Filter Inspection Procedure, DD13 DD15 DD16 Only
sb2063 Feb 26, 2018
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
sb2063 Coolant Filter Inspection Procedure, DD13 DD15 DD16 Only
sb2062 Feb 26, 2018
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
sb2062 Removing the Shipping Plate from the Fan Hub on ISB Engines
sb2062 Feb 26, 2018
062200 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:FAN
sb2062 Removing the Shipping Plate from the Fan Hub on ISB Engines
sb2059 Feb 26, 2018
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
sb2059 Replacing Push-to-Connect Air Line Fittings with Brass Compression Fittings
sb2058 Feb 26, 2018
062100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:RADIATOR ASSEMBLY
sb2058 Early EPA07 QLD Radiator Replacement
sb2057 Feb 26, 2018
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
sb2057 New Surge Tank Design
sb2056 Feb 26, 2018
100000 POWER TRAIN
sb2056 Transmission Oil Line Removal and Installation
sb2050 Feb 26, 2018
062000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM
sb2050 Surge-Tank Cap Replacement
sb2049 Feb 26, 2018
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
sb2049 Fan Shroud Modification
sb2048 Feb 26, 2018
062000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM
sb2048 New Design Replacement Surge Tanks for Pre-EPA04 Vehicles
sb2045 Feb 26, 2018
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
sb2045 New Surge Tank Cap
sb2032 Feb 26, 2018
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
sb2032 Gates PowerGrip Hose Clamps, Replacement
sb2031 Feb 26, 2018
062000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM
sb2031 Horton Fan Clutches with 32-Inch Fans
sb2028 Feb 26, 2018
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
sb2028 Engine Coolant Changes
fp47019 Feb 1, 2018
071100 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
fp47019 25-Inch Diameter Fuel Tanks
17-029 Dec 25, 2017
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Computer Hook-Up Standard Diagnostic Time Update
17CSA25 Dec 21, 2017
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
17CSA25 New Method for Uploading Diagnostic Log Files to the CSC
17CSA24 Dec 14, 2017
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
17CSA24 Holiday Schedule for the Detroit Customer Support Center
17-028 Dec 11, 2017
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
OWL Enhancement Service Model Field
17CSA23r Dec 7, 2017
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
17CSA23r Detroit CSC closed December 14, 2017 from 11:15 am - 1:15 pm Eastern Time
17-027 Dec 4, 2017
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Warranty Classroom Training in 2018
17-026 Dec 4, 2017
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
17-026 Holiday Closure 2017
17TL25 Dec 1, 2017
020000 SUSPENSION
17TL25 TruckCam? Alignment System
sb4641 Jul 17, 2017
010000 STEERING
Adjusting Tilt Lock Force on TRW Steering Columns
sb4641 Jul 17, 2017
010000 STEERING
Adjusting Tilt Lock Force on TRW Steering Columns
sb4641 Jul 17, 2017
012000 STEERING:COLUMN
Adjusting Tilt Lock Force on TRW Steering Columns
sb4641 Jul 17, 2017
010000 STEERING
Adjusting Tilt Lock Force on TRW Steering Columns
sb4641 Jul 17, 2017
010000 STEERING
Adjusting Tilt Lock Force on TRW Steering Columns
SS1032974 Jul 11, 2017
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
SS 1032974 High Oil Pressure on 2017 DTNA Vehicles Instrument Cluster Display
sb0002 Jun 17, 2017
350000 EQUIPMENT
Technical Publications Ordering
sb54296 Jun 17, 2017
080000 FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL
Fuel Level Sending Unit Retrofit
sb54289 Jan 1, 2017
117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
ICU2M to ICU4M Conversion
sb54289 May 1, 2016
350000 EQUIPMENT
Production of the ICU2M instrumentation control unit has been discontinued. The ICU4M should be installed if the ICU2M needs replacement.
sb3233 May 1, 2016
160000 STRUCTURE
Some vehicles may have been incorrectly shimmed at the factory, and may lean slightly to the right or left. While this does not affect the operation of the vehicle, it may be visually unpleasing to many customers.
15TS3 Apr 17, 2016
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
15TS3 Detroit? Coolant Change From Nitrite Organic Acid Technology

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FREIGHTLINER CENTURY CLASS - All Years Overview

Complete safety history for the FREIGHTLINER CENTURY CLASS across all model years (2002, 2017).

40 Total Recalls
16 Total Complaints
0 Investigations
1 Reported Crashes
2 Reported Fires
0 Reported Deaths

FREIGHTLINER CENTURY CLASS - Year by Year

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