2005 FREIGHTLINER FLD
3 recalls, 1 complaints - 141 TSBs
11V478000 Sep 16, 2011
FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL
Defect Description
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... Read more
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.
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 ... Read more
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
08V113000 Mar 11, 2008
FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL
Defect Description
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.
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.
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.
Complaint Statistics
1 total complaints
1 injuries
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR | 1 |
STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
Jan 9, 2017
Incident date: Jan 9, 2016
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FREIGHTLINER FLD. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE FRONT DRIVER AND PASSENGER SIDE DOORS INDEPENDENTLY OPENED WITHOUT WARNING. AS A RESULT, THE CONTACT FELL OUT OF THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT SUSTAINED INJURIES TO BOTH SHOULDERS AND BACK, WHICH REQUIRED MEDICAL ATTENTION. T... Read more
1 injured
Technical Service Bulletins, 2005 FREIGHTLINER FLD
141 manufacturer communications from 124 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL | 50 |
| 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 15 |
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 11 |
| 356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY | 6 |
| 060000 ENGINE (PWS) | 6 |
| 070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE | 6 |
| 090000 FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER | 6 |
| 160000 STRUCTURE | 4 |
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
DOC-1034484
Sep 8, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
Technical Solution for finding Bill of Material
19-008WI
Aug 7, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
Warranty Information Letter sent to customers regarding new refrigerator supplier for returning parts.
sb9817 Paint Sup
Oct 18, 2018
160000 STRUCTURE
Service Bulletin 9817- Paint Supplier Change
sb9810 Chassis P
Oct 18, 2018
160000 STRUCTURE
Service Bulletin 9810- Chassis Paint Usage
sb9816 DuPont Im
Oct 18, 2018
160000 STRUCTURE
Service Bulletin 9816- DuPont? Imron? Elite
sb9812 Cab Surfa
Oct 18, 2018
162000 STRUCTURE:BODY
Service Bulletin 9812- Cab Surface Repair
sb3125 AirLiner
Aug 14, 2018
020000 SUSPENSION
Service Bulletin: AirLiner Suspension Six-Piece Bolted Service Crossmember
sb2028
Feb 26, 2018
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
sb2028 Engine Coolant Changes
sb2031
Feb 26, 2018
062000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM
sb2031 Horton Fan Clutches with 32-Inch Fans
sb2032
Feb 26, 2018
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
sb2032 Gates PowerGrip Hose Clamps, Replacement
sb2049
Feb 26, 2018
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
sb2049 Fan Shroud Modification
sb2056
Feb 26, 2018
100000 POWER TRAIN
sb2056 Transmission Oil Line Removal and Installation
sb2057
Feb 26, 2018
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
sb2057 New Surge Tank Design
sb2058
Feb 26, 2018
062100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:RADIATOR ASSEMBLY
sb2058 Early EPA07 QLD Radiator Replacement
sb2059
Feb 26, 2018
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
sb2059 Replacing Push-to-Connect Air Line Fittings with Brass Compression Fittings
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
sb4267
Feb 26, 2018
044200 SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:DRUM:DRUM
sb4267 Brake Shimmy?Meritor? SteeLite X30? Brake Drum with Excessive RunoutB
sb54109
Feb 26, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
sb54109 RAMI Antenna
sb54109
Feb 26, 2018
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
sb54109 RAMI Antenna
sb54109
Feb 26, 2018
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
sb54109 RAMI Antenna
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
sb54201
Feb 26, 2018
091200 FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:FUEL GAUGE SYSTEM
sb54201 Gauge Dial and Backlighting Mismatch, MBE4000
sb54201
Feb 26, 2018
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
sb54201 Gauge Dial and Backlighting Mismatch, MBE4000
sb54201
Feb 26, 2018
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
sb54201 Gauge Dial and Backlighting Mismatch, MBE4000
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
ssb3312
Feb 26, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
ssb3312 Tapacubos flojos en ejes Rockwell? FF?981
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
SS1032974
Jul 11, 2017
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
SS 1032974 High Oil Pressure on 2017 DTNA Vehicles Instrument Cluster Display
sb54296
Jun 17, 2017
074000 FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM (PWS)
Fuel Level Sending Unit Retrofit
sb0002
Jun 17, 2017
350000 EQUIPMENT
Technical Publications Ordering
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
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
16-008
Mar 21, 2016
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
New Detroit Bearing Failure Analysis Standard Diagnostic Time
16-009R
Mar 21, 2016
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
16-009R_OWL Enhancements
16-007
Mar 7, 2016
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Canadian Warranty Parts Return Address Change
15TL20
Sep 17, 2015
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Detroit Data Summaries Application and Kits Are No Longer Available Through PDC
15-028
Sep 14, 2015
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
_NewDetroitCoolantLineSRTs
15-029
Sep 14, 2015
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
_Warranty Recognition Program - Coming Soon
15-028A
Sep 14, 2015
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
15-028 New Detroit Coolant Line SRTs
15-017
May 18, 2015
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
15-017 Detroit: Updated Fuel Injector SDTs
15-015
May 4, 2015
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
15-015 Warranty Exclusions Reminder
15-016
May 4, 2015
111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
15-016-DLR New Essential Tool For CPWA, CPPRA, Ltd CPPRA, & DSDWC Parties: Cadex CA-12 Battery Tester
15CSA9
Apr 28, 2015
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
15CSA9 Release of DiagnosticLink? 8.02
15CSA10
Apr 28, 2015
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
15CSA10 The Detroit CSC announcing a new feature ? Ability to attach files to an existing CSC
15CSA4
Apr 16, 2015
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
15CSA4 Holiday Schedule for the Detroit Customer Support Center
15TS10
Apr 14, 2015
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
15TS10Rev DD Engine Platform Coolant Filter
14TL-7
Apr 10, 2015
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
14TL-7Rev DD Platform Flywheel Housing Runout Tool W470589032100
15TL6
Apr 2, 2015
073100 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM:FUEL RAIL
15TL6 W470589129100 ? HDEP HP Fuel Rail Test Caps
15-010
Mar 30, 2015
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
15-010-DLR Transmission Cooler Line Photos
15-010
Mar 30, 2015
100000 POWER TRAIN
15-010-DLR Transmission Cooler Line Photos
15-009 - Detroit
Mar 16, 2015
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
15-009_Detroit_New_SDTs
15TL5
Mar 13, 2015
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
15TL5 DAVCO Shop Pro? FXP 95
15TL4
Mar 4, 2015
072100 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
15TL4 W470589050900 ? 3/8? Drive GEN2 Two-Stage Valve Socket
15TL4
Mar 4, 2015
092100 FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
15TL4 W470589050900 ? 3/8? Drive GEN2 Two-Stage Valve Socket
14TL8
Oct 31, 2014
350000 EQUIPMENT
14TL8 TorcUP? Non-Impacting Torque Tool.
14-036
Oct 27, 2014
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
14-036-DLR DTNA & JAD Highlights - Q3
14-038
Oct 27, 2014
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
14-038 Additional Detroit Standard Repair Times
14-039
Oct 27, 2014
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
14-039 New Detroit Standard Diagnostic Times
14-040
Oct 27, 2014
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
14-040 Additional Detroit CLOs for the Heavy Duty Engine Platform
14-040A
Oct 27, 2014
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
14-040_Additional_CLOs Additional Detroit CLOs for the Heavy Duty Engine Platform
14-039A
Oct 27, 2014
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
14-039_additional_SDTs New Detroit Standard Diagnostic Times
14-038A
Oct 27, 2014
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
14-038_New_SRTs Additional Detroit Standard Repair Times.
14CSA22
Oct 24, 2014
114000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
14CSA22 DTNA Chassis Wiring Diagrams
14WO-9
Oct 24, 2014
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
14WO-9_Warranty_Access Detroit New User Warranty Access Request
14TL9
Oct 23, 2014
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
14TL9 Special Tool Warranty Program.
14TL7
Oct 15, 2014
354000 EQUIPMENT:MECHANICAL
14TL7 DD Platform Flywheel Housing Runout Tool W470589032100
14CSA21
Oct 14, 2014
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
14CSA21 Holiday Schedule for the Detroit Customer Support Center ?
14CSA20
Oct 10, 2014
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
14CSA20 EGR Valve Actuator Kit P/N E23539699
1010-14
Oct 10, 2014
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
1010-14 SPN 2623 (CPC) (GHG14)
1009-14
Oct 9, 2014
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
1009-14 SPN 5016 (ACM) (GHG14)
1008-14
Oct 8, 2014
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
1008-14 SPN 3510FMI 4,7, and 8 (CPC)(GHG14)
1007-14
Oct 7, 2014
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
1007-14 SPN 5016/FMI 3, 4 (ACM) (EPA10)
1006-14
Oct 6, 2014
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
1006-14 SPN 4374 (ACM) (GHG14)
1005-14
Oct 5, 2014
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
1005-14 Oil Coolant Module
1005-14
Oct 5, 2014
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
1005-14 Oil Coolant Module
1003-14
Oct 3, 2014
113000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY
1003-14 Rough Running or Stalling.
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NHTSA Safety Investigations, FREIGHTLINER FLD
Investigations opened by NHTSA into potential safety defects. These are separate from recalls and may or may not result in a recall.
PE94020
Opened: Mar 3, 1994 , Closed: Jun 20, 1994
BATTERY BOX COVER SEPARATION
There is no summary currently available
FREIGHTLINER FLD - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the FREIGHTLINER FLD across all model years (1986, 2011).
111
Total Recalls
11
Total Complaints
1
Investigations
2
Reported Crashes
3
Reported Fires
0
Reported Deaths
FREIGHTLINER FLD - Year by Year
Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | 2 | 0 | View |
| 2010 | 8 | 0 | View |
| 2009 | 7 | 0 | View |
| 2008 | 10 | 1 | View |
| 2007 | 10 | 0 | View |
| 2006 | 7 | 0 | View |
| 2005 (current) | 3 | 1 | |
| 2004 | 6 | 2 | View |
| 2001 | 4 | 1 | View |
| 2000 | 8 | 1 | View |
| 1999 | 8 | 1 | View |
| 1998 | 5 | 2 | View |
| 1997 | 2 | 1 | View |
| 1996 | 5 | 1 | View |
| 1995 | 4 | 0 | View |
| 1994 | 6 | 0 | View |
| 1993 | 5 | 0 | View |
| 1992 | 1 | 0 | View |
| 1991 | 3 | 0 | View |
| 1990 | 1 | 0 | View |
| 1989 | 2 | 0 | View |
| 1988 | 2 | 0 | View |
| 1987 | 1 | 0 | View |
| 1986 | 1 | 0 | View |