2004 FREIGHTLINER COLUMBIA Recalls (10)

Campaign:
04V205000 on 05/06/2004
Component:
Power train:manual transmission
Affected:
14,000
Defect:
On certain trucks equipped with manual transmission, the tapered joint that attaches the shifter to the transmission may become loose making it difficult to put the transmission into gear.
Consequence:
If shift lever detachment occurs, tha ability ro accelerate ot maintain speed will be lost, increasing the risk of a crash.
Correction:
Dealers will re-secure the shift lever to the transmission using threadlock and re-torquing the fastening bolt. owner notification began on may 21, 2004. owners should contact freightliner at 1-800-547-0712.
Notes:
Freightliner recall no. fl-420.customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
Campaign:
04V590000 on 12/16/2004
Component:
Power train:driveline
Manufactured:
05/06/2004 - 10/19/2004
Affected:
1,095
Defect:
On certain vehicles, there is a defect in the interaxle driveline yokes. the bolt holes located on the earwork of the male shaft yokes were manufactured with an oversized minor thread diameter.
Consequence:
This condition allows the bolts used in the holes to become detached which could result in a driveline separation. driveline separation could result in a vehicle crash.
Correction:
Dealers will replace the suspect male shaft yokes. the recall began on april 4, 2005. owners should contact freightliner at 1-800-547-0712.
Notes:
Freightliner recall no. fl-436.customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration?s auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
Campaign:
05V001000 on 01/02/2005
Component:
Seats
Manufactured:
07/31/2002 - 09/29/2004
Affected:
1,770
Defect:
On certain trucks equipped with seats built by gra-mag, the seat pivot bolts can loosen and possibly fracture or dislodge, causing the seat back to fail to provide full support to the driver's back.
Consequence:
A possible vehicle crash could occur should the seat fall backwards during use.
Correction:
Dealers will repair these vehicles. the recall began on april 20, 2005. owners may contact freightliner at 1-800-547-0712.
Notes:
Freightliner recall no. fl-438.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Campaign:
05V285000 on 06/16/2005
Component:
Wheels:cap/cover/hub
Manufactured:
08/29/2004 - 03/28/2005
Affected:
1,786
Defect:
On certain trucks equipped with 3rd generation conmet aluminum wheels, the drum mounting flange on the conmet truturn brake drum may have been manufactured with a taper from the pilot hole to the barrel of the drum.
Consequence:
This taper may cause cracking or fractures of the front hub. this could cause a crash without prior warning.
Correction:
After further investigation and testing, freightliner has revised the population and the remedy (december 22, 2005). therefore, the recall began on march 15, 2006. owners may contact freightliner at 1-800-547-0712.
Notes:
Freightliner recall no.fl-451. customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Campaign:
05V408000 on 09/18/2005
Component:
Steering:linkages
Manufactured:
03/31/2004 - 11/29/2004
Affected:
37,029
Defect:
On certain truck and motor home chassis equipped with i-shafts supplied by zf heavy duty steering, there is a potential for a failure of the fork/shaft connection.
Consequence:
If this occurs, the vehicle could suffer a loss of steering ability, which could result in a crash.
Correction:
Dealers will inspect and attach a tension collar to the steering shaft to secure the connection to the yoke. the recall began on november 16, 2005. owners may contact freightliner at 1-800-547-0712.
Notes:
Freightliner recall no. fl-452.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236; (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Campaign:
06V030000 on 02/07/2006
Component:
Engine and engine cooling
Manufactured:
04/08/2004 - 10/06/2005
Affected:
5,771
Defect:
On certain trucks equipped with caterpillar diesel engines, the variable valve actuation oil line may wear against the sharp edge of the cylinder head if not positioned correctly.
Consequence:
The oil line may be cut on the cylinder head causing an oil leak and a possible fire.
Correction:
Caterpillar, in conjunction with freightliner, will be conducting the owner notification and remedy for this campaign free of charge. owners may call caterpillar at 309-675-6496, or freightliner at 1-800-547-0712.
Notes:
Freightliner recall no. fl-471.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Campaign:
07V302000 on 07/15/2007
Component:
Service brakes, air:supply:check valve
Manufactured:
06/30/2002 - 07/02/2007
Affected:
75,000
Defect:
Certain freightliner school bus chassis, heavy trucks, and thomas built school buses manufactured between july 2002 and july 3, 2007, equipped with bendix sr-7 spring brake control valves. the parker scv brass 90 degree single check valves (scv) which attach to the supply port of a bendix sr-7 spring brake modulating valve can break apart. pieces of the parker scv can become lodged inside the sr-7 spring brake modulating valve, potentially causing either leakage out of the sr-7 valve or preventing air from properly exhausting from the sr-7 valve. also, due to a manufacturing defect in the internal rubber check valve inside the sr-7 spring brake modulating valves, the valves can become deformed and not seat properly.
Consequence:
These conditions could either result in leakage and cause a delay in the application of the spring brake without warning or possibly lead to unintended vehicle rollaway or brake drag which could result in a vehicle crash, personal injury, or death.
Correction:
Freightliner will notify owners and repair the vehicles free of charge. the recall began on january 11, 2008 to freightliner, sterling, and freightliner custom chassis owners; to thomas built bus owners on february 1, 2008. owners can contact freightliner at 1-800-547-0712.
Notes:
Freightliner recall no. fl-504.customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Campaign:
09V366000 on 09/24/2009
Component:
Engine and engine cooling
Manufactured:
03/31/2003 - 06/29/2009
Affected:
25,362
Defect:
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.
Correction:
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 trucks at 1-800-547-0712.
Notes:
Daimler trucks recall no. fl-558. owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .
Campaign:
11V478000 on 09/20/2011
Component:
Fuel system, diesel
Affected:
73,500
Defect:
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. the plastic low pressure fuel line between engine mounted fuel filter and engine block may develop a substantial diesel fuel leak.
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.
Correction:
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 interim letter was mailed to owners on october 28, 2011. the safety recall began on february 21, 2012. owners may contact daimler trucks at 1-800-547-0712.
Notes:
Daimler trucks' campaign number is 11c-2.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .
Campaign:
17V810000 on 12/19/2017
Component:
Equipment
Manufactured:
07/10/2001 - 08/18/2016
Affected:
24,860
Defect:
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 that may become clogged, preventing the extinguisher from discharging as expected or excessive force may be needed to activate the extinguisher. additionally, in certain models, the nozzle may detach from the valve assembly with enough force that it could cause injury and also render the product inoperable. for a full list of the affected fire extinguisher models visit: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/rmisc-17e062-5427.pdf
Consequence:
In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.
Correction:
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 and click on "product safety recall" for more information. dtna's number for this recall is fl-759.
Notes:
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

2004 FREIGHTLINER COLUMBIA TSBs (26)

Bulletin:
338
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Icu4/4m lightbar low voltage indicators and lamps. *kb
Bulletin:
8833
Component:
162000 structure:body
Summary:
Bug screen reinforcement on century class conventional and the columbia. the clips on the bug reinforcement may cause abrasions to the screen material. freightliner. *kb
Bulletin:
355
Component:
022520 suspension:rear:axle:non-powered axle assembly
Summary:
Arvinmeritor rear drive axle lock screws. *kb
Bulletin:
TSB-54-237
Component:
126000 exterior lighting:turn signal
Summary:
Freightliner: a new bulb socket is available for turn/park lights that is metalized to withstand high heat without out gassing. model years unknown. models columbia, business class m2 and cascadia. *pe updated on 6/14/201
Bulletin:
FSC-411A
Component:
042600 service brakes, air:supply:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Summary:
Freightliner service campaign: see document search button for owner letter. freightliner columbia front air brake hoses-air products inc. only. on certain trucks, an elbow fitting connecting the brake air line hose to the front brake cha
Bulletin:
SB-54-247
Component:
114000 electrical system:wiring
Summary:
Freightliner truck: intermittent electrical issues. intermittent electrical issues have been reported on century class and columbia trucks. issues with engine performance, automated transmission shifting, and chassis lighting. if issues
Bulletin:
SB-46-47
Component:
014000 steering:rack and pinion
Summary:
Freightliner truck: inner tie rod inspection and repair, rack and pinion gear. increased length of the driver side inner tie rod (if the inner tie rod unthreads from the rack) may cause abnormal steer tire wear due to high toe in or an in
Bulletin:
SB42-68
Component:
030000 brakes (pws)
Summary:
Freightliner: brake s-cam tube lubrication interval change. to ensure optimum service life and trouble-free operation, the recommended maintenance interval for lubricating meritor s-cam brake tubes on century class, columbia, cascadia and c
Bulletin:
18SP703
Component:
070000 fuel system, gasoline
Summary:
18sp703 18sp703 - ghg14 km63 gen2 low pressure fuel pump-two-filter fuel system ki
Bulletin:
807-14
Component:
060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:
807-14 fmi 8 scr inlet temperature signal spike
Bulletin:
811-14
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
811-14 fmi 7: internal error with the dt12 shift stalk lever
Bulletin:
13wo3re
Component:
355200 equipment:other:owners/service/other manual
Summary:
13wo3rev2_final actual labor hours on detroit claims
Bulletin:
sb4268
Component:
030000 brakes (pws)
Summary:
Sb4268 brake s-cam tube lubrication interval change
Bulletin:
14-027
Component:
355200 equipment:other:owners/service/other manual
Summary:
14-027 detroit's new consolidated labor operations (clos
Bulletin:
14-028
Component:
355200 equipment:other:owners/service/other manual
Summary:
14-028 remy extended coverage direct file
Bulletin:
15-010
Component:
070000 fuel system, gasoline
Summary:
15-010-dlr transmission cooler line photos
Bulletin:
sb3133
Component:
350000 equipment
Summary:
Sb3133 step clamps are not reusable
Bulletin:
sb4267
Component:
030000 brakes (pws)
Summary:
Sb4267 brake shimmy - meritor steelite x30 brake drum with excessive runout
Bulletin:
sb2045
Component:
070000 fuel system, gasoline
Summary:
Sb2045 new surge tank cap
Bulletin:
sb2055
Component:
070000 fuel system, gasoline
Summary:
Sb2055 columbia surge tank shunt tube support bracket breaking
Bulletin:
sb2056
Component:
100000 power train
Summary:
Sb2056 transmission oil line removal and installation
Bulletin:
sb2057
Component:
070000 fuel system, gasoline
Summary:
Sb2057 new surge tank design
Bulletin:
sb2058
Component:
062100 engine and engine cooling:cooling system:radiator assembly
Summary:
Sb2058 early epa07 qld radiator replacement
Bulletin:
sb2059
Component:
060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:
Sb2059 replacing push-to-connect air line fittings with brass compression fittings
Bulletin:
sb2061
Component:
060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:
Sb2061 replacement shunt tube, epa07 caterpillar c13 and c15 engines
Bulletin:
sb0935
Component:
060000 engine (pws)
Summary:
Sb0935 replacing the engine air filter element, donaldson air cleaner (03-33648-001-002)

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