2012 FREIGHTLINER CENTURY CLASS
2 recalls, 0 complaints - 375 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
11V330000 Jun 21, 2011
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY:CABLES
Defect Description
DTNA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2008-2012 FREIGHTLINER; CASCADIA, CENTURY CLASS, COLUMBIA, AND CORONADO, CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2008-2009 STERLING; A-LINE AND L-LINE AND CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2009-2012 WESTERN STAR CONSTELLATION VEHICLES, MANUFACTURED FROM JANUARY 14, 2008, THROUGH JUNE 15, 2011, BUIL... Read more
Consequence
A SHORT CIRCUIT BETWEEN AN UN-FUSED BATTERY CABLE AND CHASSIS GROUND COULD RESULT IN A VEHICLE FIRE.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSTALL A NEW BOLT AND ISOLATOR AND REPAIR THE RECREATIONAL VEHICLES FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON DECEMBER 21, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DTNA AT 1-800-547-0712.
No complaints found for this vehicle.
Technical Service Bulletins, 2012 FREIGHTLINER CENTURY CLASS
375 manufacturer communications from 320 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL | 68 |
| 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 44 |
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 34 |
| 070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE | 24 |
| 063000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM | 23 |
| 100000 POWER TRAIN | 20 |
| 060000 ENGINE (PWS) | 18 |
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 16 |
WI21-008
Apr 6, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
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.
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
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
SB60-171
Jul 10, 2020
162300 STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
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 d
SB54-327
Apr 17, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
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
SB54-327
Apr 17, 2020
280000 BACK OVER PREVENTION
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
SB72-043
Dec 19, 2019
130000 VISIBILITY
Service Bulletin revision that adds Century Class and Columbia models to the affected list for a Door Window and Regulator Retrofit.
SB72-043
Dec 19, 2019
160000 STRUCTURE
Service Bulletin revision that adds Century Class and Columbia models to the affected list for a Door Window and Regulator Retrofit.
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
DOC-1034171
Feb 12, 2019
020000 SUSPENSION
SS 1034171 Airliner Rear Suspension Chassis Lean Troubleshooting
sb9812 Cab Surfa
Oct 18, 2018
162000 STRUCTURE:BODY
Service Bulletin 9812- Cab Surface Repair
sb9816 DuPont Im
Oct 18, 2018
160000 STRUCTURE
Service Bulletin 9816- DuPont? Imron? Elite
sb9810 Chassis P
Oct 18, 2018
160000 STRUCTURE
Service Bulletin 9810- Chassis Paint Usage
sb9817 Paint Sup
Oct 18, 2018
160000 STRUCTURE
Service Bulletin 9817- Paint Supplier Change
sb9818 Repaintin
Oct 18, 2018
162200 STRUCTURE:BODY:BUMPERS
Service Bulletin 9818- Repainting Plastic Bumper Components
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
fp00020
May 1, 2018
355100 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
fp00020 Replacing Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) Certification Labels
fp00020
May 1, 2018
355100 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
If a GVWR certification label is lost or damaged, Freightliner will supply a duplicate label. Log on to DTNAConnect.com and under "DTNAConnect Resources", select the "Tool and Services" plus sign. Select "Request for Certification Label or
ICI18-014
Apr 18, 2018
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
ICI18-014 Owner Notice ? Kidde Fire Extinguisher Recall
ICI18-014
Apr 18, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
ICI18-014 Owner Notice ? Kidde Fire Extinguisher Recall
ICI18-014
Apr 18, 2018
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
ICI18-014 Owner Notice ? Kidde Fire Extinguisher Recall
ICI18-014
Apr 18, 2018
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
ICI18-014 Owner Notice ? Kidde Fire Extinguisher Recall
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
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
sb54107
Feb 26, 2018
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
sb54107 Changing Odometer Units
sb54107
Feb 26, 2018
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
sb54107 Changing Odometer Units
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
sb2080
Feb 26, 2018
062100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:RADIATOR ASSEMBLY
sb2080 Australian CST M1400 Isolated Radiator RetrofitB
sb2053
Feb 26, 2018
062100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:RADIATOR ASSEMBLY
sb2053 New Stainless Steel Lower Radiator Tubes
sb2052
Feb 26, 2018
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
sb2052 Horton Drivemaster Fan Clutch Hub Bearings
sb1512
Feb 26, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
sb1512 Accessories On When Key is OffB
sb0175
Feb 26, 2018
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
sb0175 Replacing Drive Belts on MBE4000 EnginesB
sb0164
Feb 26, 2018
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
sb0164 MBE Engine Support Information
sb00042
Feb 26, 2018
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
sb00042 Flood Damage Repair GuidelinesB
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
14CSA23
Oct 27, 2017
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
14CSA23 CSC Announces ?Tech Tips? ? DDCSN
sb31034
Sep 17, 2017
350000 EQUIPMENT
Towing Procedures
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
sb54296
Jun 17, 2017
080000 FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL
Fuel Level Sending Unit Retrofit
sb0002
Jun 17, 2017
350000 EQUIPMENT
Technical Publications Ordering
sb54289
Jan 1, 2017
117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
ICU2M to ICU4M Conversion
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
16TS9
Mar 31, 2016
090000 FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER
16TS9 DD Platform High Pressure Fuel Lines
16TL4
Mar 31, 2016
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
16TL4 DOC Face Cleaning Tool P N W470589239100
16TS8
Mar 30, 2016
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
16TS8 DD13 Cylinder Head and Cylinder Head Gasket Change
16TL5
Mar 29, 2016
350000 EQUIPMENT
16TL5 DD Platform Aftertreatment Soot Sensor Socket DSN0ATZ16001
16-010
Mar 28, 2016
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Warranty Recognition Program Suspension
16-011
Mar 28, 2016
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
16-011 New Detroit Camshaft Housing Seal Standard Repair Time
16TS7
Mar 28, 2016
080000 FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL
16TS7 Reman Diesel Particulate Filter Serial Number
16TL3
Mar 22, 2016
350000 EQUIPMENT
16TL3 Pocket iQ? ABS Product Family Kit is Available at PDC
16-009R
Mar 21, 2016
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
16-009R_OWL Enhancements
16-008
Mar 21, 2016
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
New Detroit Bearing Failure Analysis Standard Diagnostic Time
16_TL-2
Mar 21, 2016
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
16_TL-2 DD Platform Aftertreatment NOx Sensor Socket W470589060900
16TS5
Mar 7, 2016
100000 POWER TRAIN
16TS5 Release of the DD Platform Bearing Failure Guide
0307-16 SPN 723
Mar 7, 2016
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
0307-16 SPN 723 (MCM) March
16-007
Mar 7, 2016
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Canadian Warranty Parts Return Address Change
0302-16
Mar 2, 2016
350000 EQUIPMENT
Contaminated Fluids
0301-16 SPN 625
Mar 1, 2016
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
0301-16 SPN 625 (CPC) (EPA07) and SPN 625 (CPC) (EPA10 GHG14)
0303-16
Mar 1, 2016
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Hydrocarbon Doser Coolant Lines
1210-14
Dec 10, 2015
350000 EQUIPMENT
1210-14 Cylinder Head
1207-15
Dec 7, 2015
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
1207-15 Updated procedures with adding EPA10 to the GHG14 title
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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
Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 1 | 0 | View |
| 2016 | 1 | 0 | View |
| 2015 | 1 | 0 | View |
| 2014 | 1 | 0 | View |
| 2013 | 1 | 0 | View |
| 2012 (current) | 2 | 0 | |
| 2011 | 3 | 0 | View |
| 2010 | 4 | 0 | View |
| 2009 | 4 | 0 | View |
| 2008 | 5 | 0 | View |
| 2007 | 4 | 0 | View |
| 2006 | 5 | 2 | View |
| 2005 | 4 | 5 | View |
| 2004 | 2 | 1 | View |
| 2003 | 1 | 2 | View |
| 2002 | 1 | 0 | View |
| 2001 | 0 | 1 | View |
| 2000 | 0 | 1 | View |
| 1999 | 0 | 2 | View |
| 1998 | 0 | 2 | View |