2011 FREIGHTLINER COLUMBIA
13 recalls, 0 complaints - 647 TSBs
20V214000 Apr 14, 2020
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Defect Description
Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2006-2020 Freightliner Columbia, 2006-2021 Freightliner Business Class M2, 2007-2020 Freightliner Coronado, 2014-2021 Freightliner 122 SD, 2007 Sterling A 9500, 2006 Freightliner Argosy, 2006-2007 Sterling AT9500, 2008-2021 Freightliner Ca... Read more
Consequence
The vehicle's rearward visibility may be reduced, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and reposition the reflective tape to ensure that it is completely visible, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began May 29, 2020. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL848.
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
16V206000 Apr 12, 2016
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:DISC:CALIPER
Defect Description
Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain model year 2010-2017 Freightliner M2 Business Class, 108SD, 114SD, and Columbia trucks manufactured from January 6, 2010, through February 29, 2016, equipped with certain Bendix rear disk brakes and spring suspensions. The rear disk brake... Read more
Consequence
Caliper contact with the spring suspension may reduce the braking effectiveness, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will correct the orientation of the rear brake calipers, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on June 8, 2016. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's recall number for this campaign is FL-705.
12V074000 Feb 28, 2012
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:DIESEL
Defect Description
DAIMLER TRUCKS (DTNA) IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2006-2013 FREIGHTLINER, STERLING, AND WESTERN STAR VEHICLES, EQUIPPED WITH DETROIT DIESEL EPA07 AND EPA10, DD13 AND DD15/16 ENGINES, MANUFACTURED FROM JANUARY 20, 2006, THROUGH FEBRUARY 20, 2012. THE PUMP TO RAIL HIGH PRESSURE FUEL LINE SUPPORT ... Read more
Consequence
A FUEL LEAK COULD CREATE A ROAD HAZARD, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH. ALSO A FUEL LEAK IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE CAN RESULT IN A FIRE.
Remedy
DTNA WILL NOTIFY OWNERS, AND WHERE NECESSARY, THE HIGH PRESSURE FUEL LINE SUPPORT SYSTEM WILL BE REPLACED BY DTNA AUTHORIZED SERVICE FACILITIES, FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 27, 2012. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DTNA AT 1-800-547-0712.
11V514000 Oct 13, 2011
STEERING:RACK AND PINION
Defect Description
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 ... Read more
Consequence
THE STEERING COULD UNEXPECTEDLY TURN LEFT OR RIGHT, MAKING THE VEHICLE MORE DIFFICULT TO CONTROL AND INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
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 R... Read more
11V465000 Sep 8, 2011
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
Defect Description
DAIMLER TRUCKS IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2006-2012 FREIGHTLINER BUSINESS CLASS M2, CASCADIA, CENTURY, COLUMBIA, CORONADO AND STERLING A-LINE VEHICLES BUILT WITH MERITOR WABCO ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC) SYSTEM MANUFACTURED FROM SEPTEMBER 15, 2005 THROUGH SEPTEMBER 1, 2011. UNDER CERTAI... Read more
Consequence
IF THE DRIVER IS SLOW TO REACT DURING THIS ESC INTERVENTION, THE VEHICLE MAY DEVIATE FROM THE INTENDED LINE OF TRAVEL INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy
DAIMLER TRUCKS WILL NOTIFY OWNERS, AND DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE ESC MODULE WITH THE APPROPRIATE SOFTWARE VERSION AS NECESSARY, FREE OF CHARGE. AN INTERIM OWNER NOTIFICATION WILL BE MAILED ON OR ABOUT NOVEMBER 21, 2011. THE DATE FOR AVAILABILITY OF THE FINAL REMEDY IS SUBJECT TO VALIDATION TESTING ... 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.
11V287000 May 18, 2011
FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
Defect Description
DAIMLER TRUCKS IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2009 THROUGH 2011 FREIGHTLINER CASCADIA, CENTURY, COLUMBIA, CORONADO, M2, AND WESTERN STAR 4900 HEAVY TRUCKS MANUFACTURED FROM FEBRUARY 19, 2009, THROUGH JULY 9, 2010, EQUIPPED WITH SPECIFIC DD13 AND DD15 ENGINES ASSEMBLED WITH A BOSCH HIGH PRESSURE FUE... Read more
Consequence
IF A DIESEL FUEL LEAK CONTINUES UNDETECTED, FUEL MAY SPILL ONTO THE ROADWAY INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy
DAIMLER TRUCKS WILL NOTIFY OWNERS, AND DEALERS WILL REPAIR THE VEHICLES, FREE OF CHARGE. THIS RECALL IS AN EXPANSION OF A PREVIOUS RECALL (SEE RECALL CAMPAIGN 10V-339). THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 18, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DAIMLER TRUCKS TOLL-FREE AT 1-800-547-0712.
11V146000 Mar 3, 2011
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Defect Description
DAIMLER TRUCKS (DTNA) IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2006 THROUGH 2011 FREIGHTLINER, CASCADIA, CENTURY, COLUMBIA FLD, AND M2, STERLING 9500, AND WESTERN STAR 4900 HEAVY TRUCKS MANUFACTURED FROM MARCH 20, 2006, THROUGH JUNE 30, 2010, EQUIPPED WITH SPECIFIC MBE4000 EPA07 MODEL ENGINES. THE INTAKE AI... Read more
Consequence
A SHORT CIRCUITED GRID HEATER COULD RESULT IN A VEHICLE FIRE AND INJURY TO VEHICLE OCCUPANTS.
Remedy
DTNA WILL NOTIFY OWNERS OF THE RECALL DURING MARCH 2011. ANOTHER NOTIFICATION WILL BE ISSUED ONCE THE REMEDY IS RELEASED. DTNA EXPECTS THE REMEDY TO BE AVAILABLE BY DECEMBER 1, 2011. REPAIRS WILL BE PERFORMED BY DTNA DEALERS FREE OF CHARGE. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DTNA TOLL-FREE AT 1-800-547-0712. T... Read more
10V551000 Nov 4, 2010
EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
Defect Description
DAIMLER TRUCKS IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011 FREIGHTLINER CORONADO, COLUMBIA, FLD MILITARY, BUSINESS CLASS M2, CASCADIA, CENTURY, AND WESTERN STAR 4900 TRUCKS MANUFACTURED FROM AUGUST 9, 2010, THROUGH OCTOBER 27, 2010 FOR FAILING TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY... Read more
Consequence
FAILURE TO FOLLOW PROPER TIRE INFLATION RECOMMENDATIONS CAN RESULT IN TIRE FAILURE, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy
LABELS WITH MISSING INFORMATION WILL BE REPLACED WITH CORRECTED LABELS. THIS SERVICE WILL BE PERFORMED FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN ON OR BEFORE JANUARY 15, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DAIMLER TRUCKS AT 1-800-547-0712.
10V341000 Jul 27, 2010
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Defect Description
DAIMLER TRUCKS IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2007 THROUGH 2011 FREIGHTLINER, FCCC, STERLING, AND WESTERN STAR HEAVY TRUCKS MANUFACTURED FROM SEPTEMBER 5, 2006, THROUGH JUNE 30, 2010, EQUIPPED WITH SPECIFIC MBE900 EPA04 AND EPA07 MODEL ENGINES. THE INTAKE AIR GRID HEATER MAY SHORT CIRCUIT AND FAIL... Read more
Consequence
A SHORT CIRCUITED GRID HEATER COULD RESULT IN A VEHICLE FIRE AND INJURY TO VEHICLE OCCUPANTS.
Remedy
DAIMLER TRUCKS WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND DEALERS WILL REPAIR THE BUSES FREE OF CHARGE. REPAIRS WILL BE PERFORMED BY DETROIT DIESEL CORPORATION AUTHORIZED REPAIR FACILITIES. THE SAFETY RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN ON OR ABOUT JULY 29, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DAIMLER TRUCKS TOLL-FREE AT 1-800-547-0712... Read more
10V339000 Jul 27, 2010
FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
Defect Description
DAIMLER TRUCKS IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2009 THROUGH 2011 FREIGHTLINER CASCADIA, CENTURY, COLUMBIA, CORONADO, M2, AND WESTERN STAR 4900 HEAVY TRUCKS MANUFACTURED FROM FEBRUARY 19, 2009 THROUGH JULY 9, 2010, EQUIPPED WITH SPECIFIC DD13 AND DD15 ENGINES ASSEMBLED WITH A BOSCH HIGH PRESSURE FUEL... Read more
Consequence
IF A DIESEL FUEL LEAK CONTINUES UNDETECTED, FUEL MAY SPILL ONTO THE ROADWAY POTENTIALLY RESULTING IN A CRASH.
Remedy
DAIMLER TRUCKS WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND DEALERS WILL REPAIR THE VEHICLES FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN ON OR ABOUT MARCH 28, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DAIMLER TRUCKS TOLL-FREE AT 1-800-547-0712.
10V189000 May 7, 2010
FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER
Defect Description
DAIMLER TRUCKS IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2008 THROUGH 2011 FREIGHTLINER COLUMBIA, CASCADIA, CORONADO, CENTURY, M2, STERLING 9500, AND WESTERN STAR 4900 VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH DD 13 AND DD15/DD16 ENGINES AND MANUFACTURED FROM JANUARY 1, 2007 THROUGH APRIL 5, 2010. SHOULD THE FUEL FILTER BECOM... Read more
Consequence
FUEL LEAKING ONTO THE ROADWAY MAY RESULT IN VEHICLE CRASH.
Remedy
THE LOW PRESSURE FUEL FLANGE WILL BE REPLACED WITH A MORE ROBUST COMPONENT. THIS SERVICE WILL BE PERFORMED FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 17, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DAIMLER TRUCKS AT 1-800-547-0712.
No complaints found for this vehicle.
Technical Service Bulletins, 2011 FREIGHTLINER COLUMBIA
647 manufacturer communications from 481 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL | 77 |
| 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 67 |
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 62 |
| 060000 ENGINE (PWS) | 45 |
| 070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE | 42 |
| 080000 FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL | 40 |
| 063000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM | 39 |
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 30 |
WI21-009
Apr 19, 2021
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Warranty Information letter announcing that DTNA is increasing the Standard Diagnostic Times (SDTs) shown. The updated after treatment system (ATS) diesel exhaust fluid (DEF) pump times will be applied to repair orders opened on or after Ap
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
20TS-09
Dec 6, 2020
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Technical Service Letter for SPN 3711 FMI 31 on GHG17 DD15 Trucks.
18SP745
Nov 30, 2020
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Special Publication Letter for EPA07 EPA10 Three-Filter Fuel System DD15 DD16 Severe Duty High Pressure Fuel Rail Feed Lines Service Kit
18SP745
Nov 30, 2020
073100 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM:FUEL RAIL
Special Publication Letter for EPA07 EPA10 Three-Filter Fuel System DD15 DD16 Severe Duty High Pressure Fuel Rail Feed Lines Service Kit
18SP745
Nov 30, 2020
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Special Publication Letter for EPA07 EPA10 Three-Filter Fuel System DD15 DD16 Severe Duty High Pressure Fuel Rail Feed Lines Service Kit
18SP744
Nov 30, 2020
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Special Publication letter for Two-Filter Fuel System KM59 GEN1 DD15 DD16 Severe Duty High Pressure Fuel Rail Feed Lines Service Kit.
18SP744
Nov 30, 2020
073100 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM:FUEL RAIL
Special Publication letter for Two-Filter Fuel System KM59 GEN1 DD15 DD16 Severe Duty High Pressure Fuel Rail Feed Lines Service Kit.
18SP744
Nov 30, 2020
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Special Publication letter for Two-Filter Fuel System KM59 GEN1 DD15 DD16 Severe Duty High Pressure Fuel Rail Feed Lines Service Kit.
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
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
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
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
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
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).
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.
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.
0609-19
Aug 7, 2019
080000 FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL
Service Information Bulletin for Symptom Diagnostics - Fluid in the Aftertreatment - Diesel Fuel Contamination.
0609-19
Aug 7, 2019
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Service Information Bulletin for Symptom Diagnostics - Fluid in the Aftertreatment - Diesel Fuel Contamination.
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
sb54311
Mar 20, 2019
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Service Bulletin- sb54311 ICU Odometer Programming
fp00024
Mar 8, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
fp00024 Cable-Tie Reference
sb00044
Feb 25, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
Reminder: Paper Service Bulletin Mailings Are Discontinued
DOC-1034171
Feb 12, 2019
020000 SUSPENSION
SS 1034171 Airliner Rear Suspension Chassis Lean Troubleshooting
ICI12-016 FL614
Dec 17, 2018
010000 STEERING
Important Campaign Information on FL614 Recall
sb9818 Repaintin
Oct 18, 2018
162200 STRUCTURE:BODY:BUMPERS
Service Bulletin 9818- Repainting Plastic Bumper Components
sb9813 Side Fair
Oct 18, 2018
160000 STRUCTURE
Service Bulletin 9813- Side Fairing Primer Repair
sb9817 Paint Sup
Oct 18, 2018
160000 STRUCTURE
Service Bulletin 9817- Paint Supplier Change
sb9816 DuPont Im
Oct 18, 2018
160000 STRUCTURE
Service Bulletin 9816- DuPont? Imron? Elite
sb9814 Bumper Pa
Oct 18, 2018
160000 STRUCTURE
Service Bulletin 9814- Bumper Paint
Aftertreamtent F
Sep 17, 2018
063000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM
Service Information Bulletin for Aftertreamtent Failure Guide
Aftertreamtent F
Sep 17, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
Service Information Bulletin for Aftertreamtent Failure Guide
DD13, DD15, DD16
Sep 13, 2018
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
DD13, DD15, DD16 Check Engine Light Flashing or Blinking
18CSA16 Release
Aug 31, 2018
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Release of DiagnosticLink? 8.08 Service Pack 2
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
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
fp00020
May 1, 2018
355100 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
fp00020 Replacing Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) Certification Labels
ICI18-014
Apr 18, 2018
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
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
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
FL705
Apr 1, 2018
030000 BRAKES (PWS)
FL705 Bendix Rear Brake Calipers
FL705
Apr 1, 2018
034510 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:CALIPER
FL705 Bendix Rear Brake Calipers
FL705
Apr 1, 2018
030000 BRAKES (PWS)
FL705 Bendix Rear Brake Calipers
sb00042
Feb 26, 2018
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
sb00042 Flood Damage Repair GuidelinesB
sb0164
Feb 26, 2018
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
sb0164 MBE Engine Support Information
sb0175
Feb 26, 2018
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
sb0175 Replacing Drive Belts on MBE4000 EnginesB
sb1512
Feb 26, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
sb1512 Accessories On When Key is OffB
sb2046
Feb 26, 2018
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
sb2046 ABA Hose Clamp Torque Values
sb2052
Feb 26, 2018
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
sb2052 Horton Drivemaster Fan Clutch Hub Bearings
sb2053
Feb 26, 2018
062100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:RADIATOR ASSEMBLY
sb2053 New Stainless Steel Lower Radiator Tubes
sb2063
Feb 26, 2018
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
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
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
sb2063 Coolant Filter Inspection Procedure, DD13 DD15 DD16 Only
sb2068
Feb 26, 2018
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
sb2068 Conventional Fully-Formulated Coolant with SCA Color Change
sb2068
Feb 26, 2018
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
sb2068 Conventional Fully-Formulated Coolant with SCA Color Change
sb2069
Feb 26, 2018
062200 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:FAN
sb2069 Kysor Fan Clutch Sticking
sb2069
Feb 26, 2018
354000 EQUIPMENT:MECHANICAL
sb2069 Kysor Fan Clutch Sticking
sb2080
Feb 26, 2018
062100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:RADIATOR ASSEMBLY
sb2080 Australian CST M1400 Isolated Radiator RetrofitB
sb4267
Feb 26, 2018
044200 SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:DRUM:DRUM
sb4267 Brake Shimmy?Meritor? SteeLite X30? Brake Drum with Excessive RunoutB
sb31034
Feb 26, 2018
354600 EQUIPMENT:MECHANICAL:WRECKER AND WHEEL LIFT DEVICES
sb31034 Towing ProceduresB
sb31034
Feb 26, 2018
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
sb31034 Towing ProceduresB
sb54122
Feb 26, 2018
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
sb54122 ICU3 Service Cluster AvailableB
sb54122
Feb 26, 2018
117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
sb54122 ICU3 Service Cluster AvailableB
sb54148
Feb 26, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
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
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
sb54148 Radio and Integrated Thin-Film Antenna Troubleshooting, and Field Service UpdatesB
sb54194
Feb 26, 2018
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
sb54194 Required Maintenance for Freightliner-Branded and Delco Cassette Players
sb54194
Feb 26, 2018
353400 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.
sb54194 Required Maintenance for Freightliner-Branded and Delco Cassette Players
sb54202
Feb 26, 2018
114000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
sb54202 Rerouting the DDEC IV Relative-Humidity-Sensor Harness
sb54202
Feb 26, 2018
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
sb54202 Rerouting the DDEC IV Relative-Humidity-Sensor Harness
sb54296
Feb 26, 2018
090000 FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER
sb54296 Fuel Level Sending Unit RetrofitB
sb54296
Feb 26, 2018
092000 FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:DELIVERY
sb54296 Fuel Level Sending Unit RetrofitB
sb98020
Feb 26, 2018
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
sb98020 Axalta Paint Finish CareB
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
sb0002
Jun 17, 2017
350000 EQUIPMENT
Technical Publications Ordering
sb54296
Jun 17, 2017
080000 FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL
Fuel Level Sending Unit Retrofit
sb54296
Jun 17, 2017
074000 FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM (PWS)
Fuel Level Sending Unit Retrofit
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NHTSA Safety Investigations, FREIGHTLINER COLUMBIA
Investigations opened by NHTSA into potential safety defects. These are separate from recalls and may or may not result in a recall.
PE04036
Opened: Apr 12, 2004 , Closed: Dec 6, 2004
DIESEL EXHAUST GAS INTRUSION
THE PRELIMINARY EVALUATION WAS OPENED BASED ON 3 COMPLAINTS FROM DRIVERS OF 2003 MODEL YEAR (MY) FREIGHTLINER COLUMBIA TRUCK TRACTORS AND ON INFORMATION PROVIDED BY FREIGHTLINER INDICATING A KNOWN PROBLEM OF EXHAUST LEAKS IN CERTAIN DETROIT DIESEL SERIES-60 ENGINES EQUIPPED WITH A ?COOLED EGR? EMISS... Read more
FREIGHTLINER COLUMBIA - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the FREIGHTLINER COLUMBIA across all model years (1997, 2021).
203
Total Recalls
110
Total Complaints
1
Investigations
8
Reported Crashes
8
Reported Fires
2
Reported Deaths
FREIGHTLINER COLUMBIA - Year by Year
Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 1 | 0 | View |
| 2020 | 2 | 0 | View |
| 2019 | 3 | 0 | View |
| 2018 | 2 | 0 | View |
| 2017 | 3 | 0 | View |
| 2016 | 3 | 0 | View |
| 2015 | 3 | 0 | View |
| 2014 | 5 | 0 | View |
| 2013 | 5 | 0 | View |
| 2012 | 6 | 0 | View |
| 2011 (current) | 13 | 0 | |
| 2010 | 18 | 1 | View |
| 2009 | 20 | 3 | View |
| 2008 | 30 | 1 | View |
| 2007 | 27 | 12 | View |
| 2006 | 21 | 16 | View |
| 2005 | 14 | 44 | View |
| 2004 | 10 | 14 | View |
| 2003 | 5 | 12 | View |
| 2002 | 3 | 2 | View |
| 2001 | 1 | 4 | View |
| 2000 | 3 | 1 | View |
| 1999 | 2 | 0 | View |
| 1998 | 2 | 0 | View |
| 1997 | 1 | 0 | View |