2020 FREIGHTLINER COLUMBIA
2 recalls, 0 complaints - 33 TSBs
23V105000 Feb 20, 2023
STEERING:LINKAGES:DRAG:LINK:CONNECTION
Defect Description
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2019-2021 Freightliner 108SD, 114SD, 122SD, Columbia, Coronado, Business Class M2, and 2020 Freightliner Cascadia vehicles. The drag link taper joint may not have been tightened sufficiently and could come loose, resulting in a complete ... Read more
Consequence
Drag link separation can cause a complete loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
DTNA will inspect the drag link taper joint and repair it, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 21, 2023. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL967. This recall expands recall number 21V-689.
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.
No complaints found for this vehicle.
Technical Service Bulletins, 2020 FREIGHTLINER COLUMBIA
33 manufacturer communications from 23 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 6 |
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 5 |
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 4 |
| 160000 STRUCTURE | 3 |
| 010000 STEERING | 3 |
| 100000 POWER TRAIN | 3 |
| 130000 VISIBILITY | 2 |
| 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL | 2 |
ICI23-010
Mar 31, 2023
010000 STEERING
Important Campaign Information letter communicating that SF660 Field Service Campaign is Replaced by FL967.
SF660A
Jan 9, 2023
010000 STEERING
Revised Field Service Campaign for Drag Link Tapered Joint
SF660
Dec 14, 2022
010000 STEERING
Field Service Campaign for Drag Link Tapered Joint
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
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
D20M3
Jun 25, 2020
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Detroit Field Service campaign for DETROIT Export DD15 and DD13 Valve Lash Adjustment, Throttle Connector O-ring, and TC Air Line Spacer Installation.
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
20CSA-04
Mar 20, 2020
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Customer Service Announcement saying that Service Pack (SP) 3 for DiagnosticLink??A? 8.11 Standard and Professional will be available for download from the Detroit Diesel server.
20CSA-04
Mar 20, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
Customer Service Announcement saying that Service Pack (SP) 3 for DiagnosticLink??A? 8.11 Standard and Professional will be available for download from the Detroit Diesel server.
WP20-002
Mar 17, 2020
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Warranty Policy Letter explaining the Warranty Department is aligning with the frame rail repair policy, published in DTNA Workshop Manuals, which states that there are very few cases in which welding a heat-treated frame rail is allowed. T
WP20-002
Mar 17, 2020
160000 STRUCTURE
Warranty Policy Letter explaining the Warranty Department is aligning with the frame rail repair policy, published in DTNA Workshop Manuals, which states that there are very few cases in which welding a heat-treated frame rail is allowed. T
20CSA-03
Mar 5, 2020
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Customer Service Announcement saying that Service Pack (SP) 2 for Diagnostic Link 8.11 Standard and Professional will be available for download from the Detroit Diesel server.
20CSA-02
Jan 31, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Customer Service Announcement reminding service locations to update their DiagnosticLink software. To maintain access to the Detroit server, all DiagnosticLink computers must be updated with the current version of DiagnosticLink software. a
20CSA-02
Jan 31, 2020
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Customer Service Announcement reminding service locations to update their DiagnosticLink software. To maintain access to the Detroit server, all DiagnosticLink computers must be updated with the current version of DiagnosticLink software. a
20CSA-01
Jan 31, 2020
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Customer Service Announcement for a policy change regarding Detroit Service Information Bulletins (SIBs) will now have a 60-day expiration, starting on the release day of the bulletin. The intent of a SIB is to notify the service network of
20CSA-01
Jan 31, 2020
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Customer Service Announcement for a policy change regarding Detroit Service Information Bulletins (SIBs) will now have a 60-day expiration, starting on the release day of the bulletin. The intent of a SIB is to notify the service network of
SB83-119
Jan 16, 2020
130000 VISIBILITY
Service Bulletin for A/C system receiver-drier replacement guidelines.
SB54-290
Jan 16, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Service Bulletin on guidelines for repairing or replacing an electrical harness.
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.
SB9815
Oct 29, 2019
160000 STRUCTURE
Service bulletin updating the Important Information section and adding instructions for proper visual inspection distance for paint finish standards.
19CSA-16
Oct 25, 2019
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Customer Service Announcement that eParts is being retired and that PartsPro should be used instead for Detroit Engine Parts Information.
00-023
Sep 27, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
Service Bulletin on Dealer Product Report
WSTCAE171-2019
Mar 5, 2019
090000 FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER
Allison FuelSense 2.0
WSTCAE171-2019
Mar 5, 2019
100000 POWER TRAIN
Allison FuelSense 2.0
WSTCAE171-2019
Mar 5, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
Allison FuelSense 2.0
SS1033638
Jun 28, 2018
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
SS 1033638 - Power Window Express Down Module Discontinued
SS1032974
Jul 11, 2017
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
SS 1032974 High Oil Pressure on 2017 DTNA Vehicles Instrument Cluster Display
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 (current) | 2 | 0 | |
| 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 | 13 | 0 | View |
| 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 |