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2008 FREIGHTLINER Columbia

9E40939 license plate is registered to a 2008 FREIGHTLINER Columbia in California state. This FREIGHTLINER Columbia is a and is manufactured by DAIMLER TRUCK NORTH AMERICA LLC.
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Manufacturer DAIMLER TRUCK NORTH AMERICA LLC
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BodyCabType MDHD: Conventional
BodyClass Truck-Tractor
BrakeSystemType Air
BusFloorConfigType Not Applicable
BusType Not Applicable
CustomMotorcycleType Not Applicable
DisplacementCC 14000
DisplacementCI 854.3324173262
DisplacementL 14
DriveType 6x4
EngineConfiguration In-Line
EngineCylinders 6
EngineModel Detroit Series 60
ErrorCode 0
ErrorText 0 - VIN decoded clean. Check Digit (9th position) is correct
FuelTypePrimary Diesel
GVWR Class 8: 33,001 lb and above (14,969 kg and above)
Make FREIGHTLINER
MakeID 450
Manufacturer DAIMLER TRUCK NORTH AMERICA LLC
ManufacturerId 1024
Model Columbia
ModelID 2482
ModelYear 2008
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MotorcycleSuspensionType Not Applicable
NCSABodyType Truck-tractor (Cab only, or with any number of trailing unit; any weight)
NCSAMake Freightliner
NCSAModel Medium/Heavy - CBE
PlantCity SANTIAGO
PlantCompanyName Mercedes-Benz
PlantCountry MEXICO
Series 120
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TrailerType Not Applicable
VehicleDescriptor 1FUJA6CK*8D
VehicleType TRUCK
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FREIGHTLINER Columbia 2008
1. EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Component Description EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Manufacturer That Filed Defect/noncompliance Report Daimler Trucks North America LLC
Begin Date Of Manufacturing 0
End Date Of Manufacturing 0
Vehicle, Equipment Or Tire Report 0
Potential Number Of Units Affected 63175
Date Owner Notified By MFR 0
Recall Initiator (MFR/OVSC/ODI) MFR
Mfg Daimler Trucks North America LLC
Report Received Date 20200414
Record Creation Date 20200415
Regulation Part Number
Defect Summary 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 Cascadia, 2006-2008 Freightliner Classic, 2006-2011 Freightliner Century Class, 2006-2010 Freightliner FLD, and 2017 Western Star 5700 vehicles. The rear reflective tape may be partially covered by the mudflap hanger bracket, which may reduce the vehicle's visibility to other drivers on the road. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Consequence Summary The vehicle's rearward visibility may be reduced, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Summary 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 is expected to begin June 12, 2020. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL848.
Recall 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.
2. SERVICE BRAKES, AIR : SUPPLY : RESERVOIR
Component Description SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:SUPPLY:RESERVOIR
Manufacturer That Filed Defect/noncompliance Report Daimler Trucks North America LLC
Begin Date Of Manufacturing 20041218
End Date Of Manufacturing 20080915
Vehicle, Equipment Or Tire Report 0
Potential Number Of Units Affected 741
Date Owner Notified By MFR 0
Recall Initiator (MFR/OVSC/ODI) MFR
Mfg Daimler Trucks North America LLC
Report Received Date 20190514
Record Creation Date 20190515
Regulation Part Number
Defect Summary Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2004-2019 Freightliner 108SD, 114SD, 122SD, Cascadia, Columbia, Classic, FL80, FLD 120SD, Business Class M2, Western Star 4700, 4900, 6900, Sterling Acterra, L7500, LT7500, L8500, LT8500, L9500, and LT9500 vehicles. The vehicles may have an insufficient service brake air reservoir capacity. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 121, "Air Brake Systems."
Consequence Summary An insufficient air reservoir volume may reduce brake effectiveness, increasing the risk of crash.
Corrective Summary DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will add air reservoir capacity to the affected vehicles. DTNA issued owners an interim notification on July 12, 2019. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-815.
Recall 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.
3. EQUIPMENT
Component Description EQUIPMENT
Manufacturer That Filed Defect/noncompliance Report Daimler Trucks North America LLC
Begin Date Of Manufacturing 20010711
End Date Of Manufacturing 20160819
Vehicle, Equipment Or Tire Report 0
Potential Number Of Units Affected 24860
Date Owner Notified By MFR 20180411
Recall Initiator (MFR/OVSC/ODI) MFR
Mfg Daimler Trucks North America LLC
Report Received Date 20171215
Record Creation Date 20171220
Regulation Part Number
Defect Summary 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 Summary In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.
Corrective Summary 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.
Recall 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.
4. ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING : ENGINE : DIESEL
Component Description ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:DIESEL
Manufacturer That Filed Defect/noncompliance Report DAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA
Begin Date Of Manufacturing 0
End Date Of Manufacturing 0
Vehicle, Equipment Or Tire Report 0
Potential Number Of Units Affected 103437
Date Owner Notified By MFR 20120427
Recall Initiator (MFR/OVSC/ODI) MFR
Mfg Daimler Trucks North America LLC
Report Received Date 20120228
Record Creation Date 20120228
Regulation Part Number
Defect Summary 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 SYSTEM USED ON THESE ENGINES IS SENSITIVE TO ASSEMBLY TORQUE AND MAY BE DAMAGED DURING SERVICE WORK. AS A RESULT OF OTHER REPAIRS, THE LINE SUPPORTS MAY LOOSEN, POTENTIALLY LEADING TO FUEL LINE CRACKING AND A FUEL LEAK.
Consequence Summary 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.
Corrective Summary 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.
Recall Notes DTNA'S RECALL CAMPAIGN NUMBER IS 12C-2.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.
5. STEERING : RACK AND PINION
Component Description STEERING:RACK AND PINION
Manufacturer That Filed Defect/noncompliance Report DAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA
Begin Date Of Manufacturing 20041101
End Date Of Manufacturing 20100615
Vehicle, Equipment Or Tire Report 0
Potential Number Of Units Affected 9689
Date Owner Notified By MFR 20120706
Recall Initiator (MFR/OVSC/ODI) MFR
Mfg Daimler Trucks North America LLC
Report Received Date 20111013
Record Creation Date 20111025
Regulation Part Number
Defect Summary 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 LEAD TO DAMAGE OF THE SPOOL VALVE SEALS. A DAMAGE SPOOL VALVE SEAL MAY ALLOW HYDRAULIC FLUID TO FLOW TO THE RIGHT OR LEFT TURN PORT INSTEAD OF FLOWING TO THE RETURN PORT.
Consequence Summary THE STEERING COULD UNEXPECTEDLY TURN LEFT OR RIGHT, MAKING THE VEHICLE MORE DIFFICULT TO CONTROL AND INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Corrective Summary 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 RACK HOUSING. AN INTERIM LETTER WAS MAILED IN DECEMBER 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DAIMLER TRUCKS TOLL-FREE AT 1-800-547-0712.
Recall Notes DAIMLER TRUCKS' SAFETY RECALL NUMBER IS FL-614.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> .
6. FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL
Component Description FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL
Manufacturer That Filed Defect/noncompliance Report DAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA
Begin Date Of Manufacturing 20030711
End Date Of Manufacturing 0
Vehicle, Equipment Or Tire Report 0
Potential Number Of Units Affected 73500
Date Owner Notified By MFR 20120221
Recall Initiator (MFR/OVSC/ODI) MFR
Mfg Daimler Trucks North America LLC
Report Received Date 20110916
Record Creation Date 20110921
Regulation Part Number
Defect Summary 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 Summary 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.
Corrective Summary 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.
Recall 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> .
7. ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL
Component Description ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL
Manufacturer That Filed Defect/noncompliance Report DAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA
Begin Date Of Manufacturing 20050915
End Date Of Manufacturing 20110901
Vehicle, Equipment Or Tire Report 0
Potential Number Of Units Affected 4444
Date Owner Notified By MFR 20120328
Recall Initiator (MFR/OVSC/ODI) MFR
Mfg Daimler Trucks North America LLC
Report Received Date 20110908
Record Creation Date 20110908
Regulation Part Number
Defect Summary 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 CERTAIN ROAD AND DRIVING CONDITIONS, VEHICLE BODY ROLL AND ROAD INCLINATION CHARACTERISTICS MAY ADVERSELY AFFECT THE SLIP ANGLE CALCULATION OF THE ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC) SYSTEM. THIS MIGHT CAUSE THE ESC TO PERCEIVE AN OVER STEERING SITUATION AND THEREFORE APPLY THE OUTER WHEEL BRAKE ON THE FRONT AXLE UNTIL THE VEHICLE IS PERCEIVED TO BE STABLE.
Consequence Summary 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.
Corrective Summary 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 AND PARTS AVAILABILITY. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MARCH 28, 2012. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DAIMLER TRUCKS TOLL-FREE AT 1-800-547-0712.
Recall Notes DAIMLER SAFETY RECALL NUMBER IS FL-612.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> .
8. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM : BATTERY : CABLES
Component Description ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:BATTERY:CABLES
Manufacturer That Filed Defect/noncompliance Report DAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA
Begin Date Of Manufacturing 20080114
End Date Of Manufacturing 20110615
Vehicle, Equipment Or Tire Report 0
Potential Number Of Units Affected 48170
Date Owner Notified By MFR 20111221
Recall Initiator (MFR/OVSC/ODI) MFR
Mfg Daimler Trucks North America LLC
Report Received Date 20110621
Record Creation Date 20110621
Regulation Part Number
Defect Summary 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, BUILT WITH DETROIT DIESEL 15 OR 16 ENGINES. THE BOLT ATTACHING A RUBBER ISOLATOR TO A SUPPORT BRACKET MAY BECOME LOOSE AND BACK OUT, POTENTIALLY CONTACTING AN UN-FUSED STARTER CABLE AND CREATING A SHORT CIRCUIT.
Consequence Summary A SHORT CIRCUIT BETWEEN AN UN-FUSED BATTERY CABLE AND CHASSIS GROUND COULD RESULT IN A VEHICLE FIRE.
Corrective Summary 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.
Recall Notes DAIMLER SAFETY RECALL NO. FL-609.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> .
9. ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Component Description ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Manufacturer That Filed Defect/noncompliance Report DAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA
Begin Date Of Manufacturing 20060320
End Date Of Manufacturing 0
Vehicle, Equipment Or Tire Report 0
Potential Number Of Units Affected 2073
Date Owner Notified By MFR 20111202
Recall Initiator (MFR/OVSC/ODI) MFR
Mfg Daimler Trucks North America LLC
Report Received Date 20110303
Record Creation Date 20110304
Regulation Part Number
Defect Summary 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 AIR GRID HEATER MAY SHORT CIRCUIT AND FAIL DUE TO EXCESSIVE INTERNAL TEMPERATURES.
Consequence Summary A SHORT CIRCUITED GRID HEATER COULD RESULT IN A VEHICLE FIRE AND INJURY TO VEHICLE OCCUPANTS.
Corrective Summary 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. THIS RECALL IS ASSCOCIATED WITH A PREVIOUS RECALL, CAMPAIGN NUMBER 10V-341.
Recall Notes DAIMLER TRUCKS' RECALL CAMPAIGN NUMBER IS 10C-5.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> .
10. ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Component Description ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Manufacturer That Filed Defect/noncompliance Report DAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA
Begin Date Of Manufacturing 20060905
End Date Of Manufacturing 20100630
Vehicle, Equipment Or Tire Report 0
Potential Number Of Units Affected 5743
Date Owner Notified By MFR 20110729
Recall Initiator (MFR/OVSC/ODI) MFR
Mfg Daimler Trucks North America LLC
Report Received Date 20100727
Record Creation Date 20100727
Regulation Part Number
Defect Summary 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 DUE TO EXCESSIVE INTERNAL TEMPERATURES.
Consequence Summary A SHORT CIRCUITED GRID HEATER COULD RESULT IN A VEHICLE FIRE AND INJURY TO VEHICLE OCCUPANTS.
Corrective Summary 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.
Recall Notes DAIMLER TRUCKS' RECALL CAMPAIGN NUMBER IS 10C-5.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> .
11. FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER
Component Description FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER
Manufacturer That Filed Defect/noncompliance Report DAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA
Begin Date Of Manufacturing 20070101
End Date Of Manufacturing 20100405
Vehicle, Equipment Or Tire Report 0
Potential Number Of Units Affected 30704
Date Owner Notified By MFR 20100917
Recall Initiator (MFR/OVSC/ODI) MFR
Mfg Daimler Trucks North America LLC
Report Received Date 20100507
Record Creation Date 20100507
Regulation Part Number
Defect Summary 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 BECOME RESTRICTED, THE LOW PRESSURE FUEL FLANGE MAY DEVELOP A CRACK RESULTING IN A FUEL LEAK.
Consequence Summary FUEL LEAKING ONTO THE ROADWAY MAY RESULT IN VEHICLE CRASH.
Corrective Summary 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.
Recall Notes DAIMLER TRUCKS RECALL NO. FL-578.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> .
12. ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Component Description ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Manufacturer That Filed Defect/noncompliance Report DAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA
Begin Date Of Manufacturing 20070622
End Date Of Manufacturing 20090320
Vehicle, Equipment Or Tire Report 0
Potential Number Of Units Affected 16
Date Owner Notified By MFR 20100517
Recall Initiator (MFR/OVSC/ODI) MFR
Mfg Daimler Trucks North America LLC
Report Received Date 20100323
Record Creation Date 20100322
Regulation Part Number
Defect Summary DAIMLER TRUCKS HAS NOTIFIED NHTSA OF A DEFECT IN CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2008 THROUGH 2010 FREIGHTLINER COLUMBIA, FLD, STERLING 9500 AND WESTERN STAR 4900 EMERGENCY VEHICLES. THE ENGINE MAY SHUT DOWN UNEXPECTEDLY WHEN A DIESEL PARTICULATE FILTER OVER TEMPERATURE CONDITION IS DETECTED.
Consequence Summary UNEXPECTED EMERGENCY VEHICLE ENGINE SHUTDOWN UNDER CERTAIN CONDITIONS COULD HAMPER RESCUE OPERATIONS AND PLACE THE PUBLIC AT RISK.
Corrective Summary THE ENGINE CONTROL LOGIC WILL BE REPROGRAMMED TO ILLUMINATE A MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LIGHT WITHOUT REQUESTING ENGINE SHUTDOWN. REPAIRS WILL BE PERFORMED BY DETROIT DIESEL. PLEASE SEE DAIMLER TRUCKS DEFECT REPORT 10E-005. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 17, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DETROIT DIESEL AT 1-313-592-5800 OR DAIMLER TRUCKS AT 1-800-547-0712.
Recall Notes DAIMLER RECALL NO. FL-575.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> .
13. ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Component Description ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Manufacturer That Filed Defect/noncompliance Report DAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA
Begin Date Of Manufacturing 20060227
End Date Of Manufacturing 20091002
Vehicle, Equipment Or Tire Report 0
Potential Number Of Units Affected 18067
Date Owner Notified By MFR 20091104
Recall Initiator (MFR/OVSC/ODI) MFR
Mfg Daimler Trucks North America LLC
Report Received Date 20091008
Record Creation Date 20091014
Regulation Part Number
Defect Summary DAIMLER TRUCKS IS RECALLING MODEL YEAR 2007-2010 FREIGHTLINER, STERLING AND WESTERN STAR VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH DETROIT DIESEL DD15 EPA07 ENGINES WHICH WERE MANUFACTURED WITH GRID HEATERS. INCREASED INTERNAL GRID HEATER RESISTANCE CAUSED BY IMPROPERLY TIGHTENED SCREWS MAY MELT THE SOLDER ON THE GRID HEATER CIRCUIT BOARD LEADING TO A SHORT CIRCUIT.
Consequence Summary A SHORT-CIRCUITED GRID HEATER COULD RESULT IN A VEHICLE FIRE AND INJURY TO VEHICLE OCCUPANTS.
Corrective Summary THE ENGINE CONTROL LOGIC WILL BE REPROGRAMMED FREE OF CHARGE BY DETROIT DIESEL AUTHORIZED REPAIR FACILITIES AND DIRECT WARRANTY CUSTOMERS TO PROVIDE COLD WEATHER STARTING WITHOUT THE NEED OF A GRID HEATER. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON NOVEMBER 4, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DETROIT DIESEL AT 1-313-592-5800 AND DAIMLER TRUCKS AT 1-800-547-0712.
Recall Notes DAIMLER TRUCKS RECALL NO. 09C-4.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> .
14. FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE : DELIVERY : HOSES, LINES / PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Component Description FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Manufacturer That Filed Defect/noncompliance Report DAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA
Begin Date Of Manufacturing 20060117
End Date Of Manufacturing 20090331
Vehicle, Equipment Or Tire Report 0
Potential Number Of Units Affected 10185
Date Owner Notified By MFR 20100507
Recall Initiator (MFR/OVSC/ODI) MFR
Mfg Daimler Trucks North America LLC
Report Received Date 20091006
Record Creation Date 20091006
Regulation Part Number
Defect Summary DAIMLER TRUCKS IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2006 THROUGH 2010 HEAVY TRUCKS MANUFACTURED BETWEEN JANUARY 17, 2006 AND MARCH 31, 2009, EQUIPPED WITH EPA07 MODEL MBE4000 ENGINES BUILT WITH PLASTIC LOW PRESSURE FUEL LINES. THE PLASTIC LINES MAY EXPERIENCE LEAKS DUE TO FATIGUE CRACKS CAUSED BY STRESS AND VIBRATION COMBINED WITH HIGH INTERNAL PRESSURE.
Consequence Summary IF A DIESEL FUEL LEAK CONTINUES UNDETECTED UNDER CERTAIN CONDITIONS FUEL MAY IGNITE ON A HOT ENGINE SURFACE AND/OR FUEL MAY SPILL ON THE ROAD INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Corrective Summary DAIMLER TRUCKS WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND THE REMEDY WILL BE PERFORMED BY DETROIT DIESEL CORPORATION AUTHORIZED REPAIR FACILITIES AND DIRECT WARRANTY CUSTOMERS. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 7, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DAIMLER TRUCKS AT 1-800-547-0712.
Recall Notes DAIMLER TRUCK'S RECALL CAMPAIGN NUMBER IS 09C-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> .
15. ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Component Description ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Manufacturer That Filed Defect/noncompliance Report DAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA
Begin Date Of Manufacturing 20030401
End Date Of Manufacturing 20090630
Vehicle, Equipment Or Tire Report 0
Potential Number Of Units Affected 25362
Date Owner Notified By MFR 20090505
Recall Initiator (MFR/OVSC/ODI) MFR
Mfg Daimler Trucks North America LLC
Report Received Date 20090923
Record Creation Date 20090925
Regulation Part Number
Defect Summary 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 Summary AN OIL LEAK MAY RESULT IN A FIRE.
Corrective Summary 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.
Recall 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> .
16. STEERING : RACK AND PINION
Component Description STEERING:RACK AND PINION
Manufacturer That Filed Defect/noncompliance Report DAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA
Begin Date Of Manufacturing 20041029
End Date Of Manufacturing 20090703
Vehicle, Equipment Or Tire Report 0
Potential Number Of Units Affected 8882
Date Owner Notified By MFR 20100205
Recall Initiator (MFR/OVSC/ODI) ODI
Mfg Daimler Trucks North America LLC
Report Received Date 20090916
Record Creation Date 20090916
Regulation Part Number
Defect Summary DAIMLER TRUCKS IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2005 THROUGH 2010 HEAVY DUTY TRUCKS MANUFACTURED FROM OCTOBER 29, 2005 THROUGH JULY 3, 2009. UNDER CERTAIN CONDITION, THE LEFT HAND INNER TIE ROD END MAY LOOSEN OVER TIME AND IF NOT CORRECTED, POTENTIALLY SEPARATE FROM THE STEERING RACK.
Consequence Summary A SEPARATED TIE ROD ASSEMBLY CAN RESULT IN LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL AT HIGHER SPEEDS AND A CRASH COULD OCCUR.
Corrective Summary DAIMLER TRUCKS WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND THE VEHICLES WILL BE REPAIRED FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON FEBRUARY 5, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DAIMLER TRUCKS TOLL-FREE AT 1-800-547-0712.
Recall Notes DAIMLER TRUCKS' RECALL CAMPAIGN NUMBER FL-557.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> .
17. ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING : ENGINE : DIESEL
Component Description ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:DIESEL
Manufacturer That Filed Defect/noncompliance Report DAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA
Begin Date Of Manufacturing 20070404
End Date Of Manufacturing 20080910
Vehicle, Equipment Or Tire Report 0
Potential Number Of Units Affected 2
Date Owner Notified By MFR 20081219
Recall Initiator (MFR/OVSC/ODI) MFR
Mfg Daimler Trucks North America LLC
Report Received Date 20090313
Record Creation Date 20090313
Regulation Part Number
Defect Summary DAIMLER TRUCKS IS RECALLING 2 MY 2008-2009 FREIGHTLINER COLUMBIA AND STERLING L-LINE TRUCKS EQUIPPED WITH CATERPILLAR C7, C9, C13 AND C15 DIESEL ENGINES. INADEQUATE STIFFNESS OF THE DIESEL PARTICULATE FILTER (DPF) BRACKET COULD RESULT IN SEPARATION OF THE DPF FROM THE CHASSIS.
Consequence Summary A VEHICLE CRASH COULD OCCUR IF ANOTHER VEHICLE STRIKES THE DPF ON THE ROADWAY.
Corrective Summary DAIMLER TRUCKS IS WORKING WITH CATERPILLAR (PLEASE SEE 08E041). OWNERS MAY CONTACT CATERPILLAR AT-1-800-447-4986 OR DAIMLER TRUCKS AT 1-800-547-0712.
Recall Notes DAIMLER TRUCKS RECALL NO. FL-548.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> .
18. PARKING BRAKE : CONVENTIONAL : AIR
Component Description PARKING BRAKE:CONVENTIONAL:AIR
Manufacturer That Filed Defect/noncompliance Report DAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA
Begin Date Of Manufacturing 20080109
End Date Of Manufacturing 20080208
Vehicle, Equipment Or Tire Report 0
Potential Number Of Units Affected 900
Date Owner Notified By MFR 20081009
Recall Initiator (MFR/OVSC/ODI) MFR
Mfg FREIGHTLINER LLC
Report Received Date 20080409
Record Creation Date 20080409
Regulation Part Number
Defect Summary DAIMLER TRUCKS IS RECALLING 900 MY 2008 FREIGHTLINER ARGOSY, ARGOSY RHD, CASCADIA, COLUMBIA, CENTURY ST, CORONADO, STERLING ACTERRA, L-LINE AND WESTERN STAR 4900 TRUCKS EQUIPPED WITH BENDIX MV-3 DASH CONTROL VALVES. THE MOLDED VALVE BODY HAS AN INCORRECT CORE PIN IN THE INJECTION MOLD CAUSING THE VALVE BODY TO BE OVERSIZED IN THE DOUBLE CHECK VALVE AREA. THIS CONDITION CAN ALLOW THE RUBBER DOUBLE CHECK VALVE TO BECOME LODGED IN THE BODY OPENING UNDER CERTAIN CIRCUMSTANCES.
Consequence Summary IF THE DOUBLE CHECK VALVE BECOMES LODGED, IN THE EVENT OF A PRIMARY RESERVOIR FAILURE, AIR PRESSURE CAN LEAK PAST THE LODGED DOUBLE CHECK VALVE THEREBY DEPLETING THE SECONDARY RESERVOIR, CAUSING REDUCED ABILITY FOR MODULATING THE SERVICE EMERGENCY BRAKES INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Corrective Summary DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE MV-3 DASH VALVE FOR THE PRODUCTION DATE CODE. VALVES IN THE AFFECTED PRODUCTION LOTS WILL BE REPLACED FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 9, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DAIMLER TRUCKS AT 1-800-547-0712.
Recall Notes DAIMLER RECALL NO. FL-528.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.
19. SERVICE BRAKES, AIR : DISC
Component Description SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:DISC
Manufacturer That Filed Defect/noncompliance Report DAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA
Begin Date Of Manufacturing 20070101
End Date Of Manufacturing 20071119
Vehicle, Equipment Or Tire Report 0
Potential Number Of Units Affected 473
Date Owner Notified By MFR 20080606
Recall Initiator (MFR/OVSC/ODI) MFR
Mfg FREIGHTLINER LLC
Report Received Date 20080128
Record Creation Date 20080128
Regulation Part Number
Defect Summary ON CERTAIN TRUCKS AND MOTOR HOMES CHASSIS, INCORRECT FASTENERS MAY NOT PROVIDE ADEQUATE CLAMPING FORCE BETWEEN THE BRAKE CALIPER AND BRAKE ANCHOR PLATE POTENTIALLY RESULTING IN REDUCED BRAKE EFFECTIVENESS.
Consequence Summary REDUCED BRAKE EFFECTIVENESS COULD LEAD TO A VEHICLE CRASH.
Corrective Summary DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE VEHICLES TO DETERMINE IF INCORRECT BOLTS WERE USED. IF INCORRECT BOLTS ARE FOUND, VEHICLES WILL BE INSPECTED FOR POSSIBLE ADDITIONAL DAMAGE AND REPAIRED AS REQUIRED. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JUNE 6, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA AT 1-800-547-0712.
Recall Notes DTNA RECALL NO. FL-521.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.
20. ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING : ENGINE : DIESEL
Component Description ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:DIESEL
Manufacturer That Filed Defect/noncompliance Report FREIGHTLINER LLC
Begin Date Of Manufacturing 20060901
End Date Of Manufacturing 20071130
Vehicle, Equipment Or Tire Report 0
Potential Number Of Units Affected 250
Date Owner Notified By MFR 0
Recall Initiator (MFR/OVSC/ODI) MFR
Mfg FREIGHTLINER LLC
Report Received Date 20071228
Record Creation Date 20071228
Regulation Part Number
Defect Summary ON CERTAIN TRUCKS EQUIPPED WITH CATERPILLAR EPA07 C155 ENGINES, THE EXTENSION PIPES ATTACHED TO THE AFTERTREATMENT REGENERATION DEVICE MAY DEVELOP A CRACK OR HOLE AND HEAT OR FLAME MAY ESCAPE DURING A REGENERATION OF THE DIESEL PARTICULATE FILTER.
Consequence Summary A VEHICLE FIRE CAN OCCUR.
Corrective Summary CATERPILLAR IS CONDUCTING THIS RECALL (PLEASE SEE 07E100). CATERPILLAR WILL REPAIR THE ENGINES FREE OF CHARGE. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CATERPILLAR AT 1-800-447-4986 OR FREIGHTLINER AT 1-800-547-0712.
Recall Notes FREIGHTLINER RECALL NO. FL-520.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.
21. STEERING : GEAR BOX : SHAFT SECTOR
Component Description STEERING:GEAR BOX:SHAFT SECTOR
Manufacturer That Filed Defect/noncompliance Report FREIGHTLINER LLC
Begin Date Of Manufacturing 20070501
End Date Of Manufacturing 20071130
Vehicle, Equipment Or Tire Report 0
Potential Number Of Units Affected 220
Date Owner Notified By MFR 20080418
Recall Initiator (MFR/OVSC/ODI) MFR
Mfg FREIGHTLINER LLC
Report Received Date 20071221
Record Creation Date 20071221
Regulation Part Number
Defect Summary ON CERTAIN TRUCKS EQUIPPED WITH TRW STEERING GEARS, MODELS TAS85 AND RCS85, THESE STEERING GEARS CONTAIN POTENTIALLY DEFECTIVE SECTOR SHAFTS WITH AN INCORRECT GEAR TOOTH WHICH MAY INTERFERE WITH THE RACK-PISTON TEETH, RESULTING IN A STICK OR BIND CONDITION.
Consequence Summary THIS CONDITION HAS THE POTENTIAL TO CAUSE THE STEERING GEAR TO STALL AND RESTRICT THE STEERING TURNING ANGLE OF THE VEHICLE WHICH COULD RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
Corrective Summary FREIGHTLINER IS WORKING WITH TRW TO REPLACE THE DEFECTIVE STEERING GEAR (PLEASE SEE 07E101). THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 18, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FREIGHTLINER AT 1-800-547-0712.
Recall Notes FREIGHTLINER FL-519.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.
22. VISIBILITY : WINDSHIELD WIPER / WASHER : MOTOR
Component Description VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:MOTOR
Manufacturer That Filed Defect/noncompliance Report FREIGHTLINER LLC
Begin Date Of Manufacturing 20061101
End Date Of Manufacturing 20071031
Vehicle, Equipment Or Tire Report 0
Potential Number Of Units Affected 5000
Date Owner Notified By MFR 20080513
Recall Initiator (MFR/OVSC/ODI) MFR
Mfg FREIGHTLINER LLC
Report Received Date 20071113
Record Creation Date 20071119
Regulation Part Number
Defect Summary ON CERTAIN TRUCKS, THE WIPER MOTOR GROUND WIRE WAS OMITTED IN A NEW HARNESS DESIGN. THE WIPER MOTOR MAY NOT OPERATE OR MAY FUNCTION INTERMITTENTLY.
Consequence Summary THE WIPER MOTOR MAY STOP FUNCTIONING, IN CERTAIN CONDITIONS, THIS COULD IMPAIR VISIBILITY AND A CRASH COULD OCCUR IF THE VEHICLE IS NOT SAFELY STOPPED.
Corrective Summary DEALERS WILL ADD A GROUND WIRE TO THE WIPER MOTOR HARNESS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 13, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FREIGHTLINER AT 1-800-547-0712.
Recall Notes FREIGHTLINER RECALL NO. FL-515.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.
23. TRAILER HITCHES : FIFTH WHEEL ASSEMBLY
Component Description TRAILER HITCHES:FIFTH WHEEL ASSEMBLY
Manufacturer That Filed Defect/noncompliance Report FREIGHTLINER LLC
Begin Date Of Manufacturing 20060101
End Date Of Manufacturing 20070531
Vehicle, Equipment Or Tire Report 0
Potential Number Of Units Affected 38000
Date Owner Notified By MFR 20080103
Recall Initiator (MFR/OVSC/ODI) ODI
Mfg FREIGHTLINER LLC
Report Received Date 20071113
Record Creation Date 20071119
Regulation Part Number
Defect Summary ON CERTAIN TRUCK-TRACTORS EQUIPPED WITH HOLLAND SIMPLEX SE OR SE II FIFTH WHEELS, THE LATCH LEVER PIVOT BOLT ASSEMBLY MAY HAVE BEEN OVER-TIGHTENED WHICH COULD DISTORT THE PIVOT BOLT SPACER SLEEVE. CORROSION OR CONTAMINATES IN THE PIVOT MAY CAUSE IT TO BIND AND PREVENT THE FIFTH WHEEL JAW FROM LATCHING SECURELY AROUND THE TRAILER KING PIN.
Consequence Summary THERE IS A POSSIBILITY THAT THE FIFTH WHEEL MAY FAIL TO LATCH WITHOUT THE DRIVER'S KNOWLEDGE. WHEN THE OCCURS, THE DRIVER COULD DRIVE AWAY AND THE TRAILER COULD BECOME DISENGAGED INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Corrective Summary DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE PIVOT BOLT AND SLEEVE WITH A HEX HEAD SHOULDER BOLT AND WASHER. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JANUARY 3, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FREIGHTLINER AT 1-800-547-0712.
Recall Notes FREIGHTLINER RECALL NO. FL-514.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.
24. STEERING : LINKAGES : TIE ROD ASSEMBLY
Component Description STEERING:LINKAGES:TIE ROD ASSEMBLY
Manufacturer That Filed Defect/noncompliance Report FREIGHTLINER LLC
Begin Date Of Manufacturing 20041101
End Date Of Manufacturing 20070831
Vehicle, Equipment Or Tire Report 0
Potential Number Of Units Affected 450
Date Owner Notified By MFR 20080708
Recall Initiator (MFR/OVSC/ODI) MFR
Mfg FREIGHTLINER LLC
Report Received Date 20070906
Record Creation Date 20070906
Regulation Part Number
Defect Summary ON CERTAIN TRUCKS EQUIPPED WITH RACK AND PINION STEERING, THE BALL SOCKET ASSEMBLY AT THE INNER END OF THE DRIVER SIDE TIE ROD MAY BE DAMAGED IN A SHARP TURN. EXCESSIVE TIE ROD ANGLES MAY LOOSEN THE TIE ROD IN THE BALL SOCKET OR DAMAGE THE THREADED TIE ROD SOCKET ATTACHMENT TO THE STEERING RACK ON THE DRIVER SIDE. THE THREADED END OF THE BALL SOCKET ASSEMBLY MAY FRACTURE AND SEPARATE.
Consequence Summary A FRACTURED TIE ROD ASSEMBLY WILL MAKE THE VEHICLE MORE DIFFICULT TO CONTROL AT HIGHER SPEEDS AND A CRASH MAY OCCUR.
Corrective Summary DEALERS WILL CHANGE THE FRONT AXLE STEERING STOPS TO PREVENT INTERFERENCE IN THE TIE ROD BALL SOCKET ASSEMBLY AND STEERING COMPONENTS WILL BE REPLACED FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 8, 2008, AND WILL BE MAILED IN PHASES THROUGH DECEMBER 31, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FREIGHTLINER AT 1-800-547-0712.
Recall Notes FREIGHTLINER RECALL NO. FL-513. 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.
25. STEERING : LINKAGES : TIE ROD ASSEMBLY
Component Description STEERING:LINKAGES:TIE ROD ASSEMBLY
Manufacturer That Filed Defect/noncompliance Report FREIGHTLINER LLC
Begin Date Of Manufacturing 20041101
End Date Of Manufacturing 20070831
Vehicle, Equipment Or Tire Report 0
Potential Number Of Units Affected 413
Date Owner Notified By MFR 20080501
Recall Initiator (MFR/OVSC/ODI) MFR
Mfg FREIGHTLINER LLC
Report Received Date 20070905
Record Creation Date 20070905
Regulation Part Number
Defect Summary ON CERTAIN TRUCKS EQUIPPED WITH RACK AND PINION STEERING, THE TIE ROD ARMS MAY HAVE BEEN INCORRECTLY INSTALLED. THE THREADED END OF THE BALL SOCKET ASSEMBLY MAY FRACTURE AND SEPARATE.
Consequence Summary A FRACTURED TIE ROD ASSEMBLY WILL MAKE THE VEHICLE MORE DIFFICULT TO CONTROL AT HIGHER SPEEDS AND A CRASH MAY OCCUR.
Corrective Summary DEALERS WILL INSPECT FOR INSTALLATION OF THE STEERING ARMS. STEERING COMPONENTS WILL BE REPLACED ON TRUCKS THAT HAVE INCORRECTLY INSTALLED TIE ROD ARMS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 1, 2008. OWNER MAY CONTACT FREIGHTLINER AT 1-800-547-0712.
Recall Notes FREIGHTLINER RECALL NO. FL-512.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.
26. STEERING : COLUMN
Component Description STEERING:COLUMN
Manufacturer That Filed Defect/noncompliance Report FREIGHTLINER LLC
Begin Date Of Manufacturing 20060201
End Date Of Manufacturing 20070630
Vehicle, Equipment Or Tire Report 0
Potential Number Of Units Affected 42000
Date Owner Notified By MFR 20071123
Recall Initiator (MFR/OVSC/ODI) MFR
Mfg FREIGHTLINER LLC
Report Received Date 20070813
Record Creation Date 20070815
Regulation Part Number
Defect Summary ON CERTAIN TRUCKS BUILT WITH A TRW GLOBAL ADJUSTABLE UPPER STEERING COLUMN, TWO UPPER TILT PLATE BOLTS MAY LOOSEN WITH USE AND FALL OUT. THESE FASTENERS HOLD THE UPPER COLUMN ASSEMBLY IN PLACE. THE STEERING COLUMN PIVOT MAY FRACTURE IF THE BOLTS ARE MISSING WHEN AN EXCESSIVE FORCE IS APPLIED TO THE STEERING WHEEL.
Consequence Summary LOSS OF STEERING WHEEL POSITION MAY CAUSE THE STEERING TO RESPOND DIFFERENTLY THAN EXPECTED. IF THIS CONDITION IS IGNORED, A CRASH MAY OCCUR.
Corrective Summary THE TILT PLATE BOLTS WILL BE INSPECTED AND REPLACED IF NECESSARY. THE RECALL BEGAN ON NOVEMBER 23, 2007. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FREIGHTLINER AT 1-800-547-0712.
Recall Notes FREIGHTLINER RECALL NO. FL-505.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.
27. FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE : DELIVERY
Component Description FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY
Manufacturer That Filed Defect/noncompliance Report FREIGHTLINER LLC
Begin Date Of Manufacturing 20061201
End Date Of Manufacturing 20070218
Vehicle, Equipment Or Tire Report 0
Potential Number Of Units Affected 4299
Date Owner Notified By MFR 20071004
Recall Initiator (MFR/OVSC/ODI) MFR
Mfg FREIGHTLINER LLC
Report Received Date 20070802
Record Creation Date 20070802
Regulation Part Number
Defect Summary ON CERTAIN TRUCKS, A MANUFACTURING ERROR IN THE FUEL-WATER SEPARATOR PREHEATER THERMOSWITCH MAY PREVENT THE FUEL PREHEATER FROM TURNING OFF IF THE IGNITION IS LEFT ON. IF THE IGNITION SWITCH IS LEFT ON WHEN FUEL IS ADDED TO THE FUEL- WATER SEPARATOR AT THE FACTORY OR DURING A FILTER ELEMENT CHANGE, A SMALL FLAME MAY OCCUR INSIDE THE FILTER COVER.
Consequence Summary THE POTENTIAL EXISTS FOR THE FLAME TO SPREAD RESULTING IN POSSIBLE PERSONAL INJURY.
Corrective Summary DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE FUEL FILTER DATE CODE AND THERMOSWITCH LOT CODE TO DETERMINE IF THEY CONTAIN THE SUSPECT COMPONENT FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 4, 2007. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FREIGHTLINER AT 1-800-547-0712.
Recall Notes FREIGHTLINER RECALL NO. FL-508.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.
28. SUSPENSION : REAR
Component Description SUSPENSION:REAR
Manufacturer That Filed Defect/noncompliance Report FREIGHTLINER LLC
Begin Date Of Manufacturing 20061101
End Date Of Manufacturing 20071130
Vehicle, Equipment Or Tire Report 0
Potential Number Of Units Affected 1200
Date Owner Notified By MFR 20071212
Recall Initiator (MFR/OVSC/ODI) MFR
Mfg FREIGHTLINER LLC
Report Received Date 20070724
Record Creation Date 20070724
Regulation Part Number
Defect Summary ON CERTAIN TRUCKS EQUIPPED WITH TUFTRAC REAR SUSPENSIONS, THE CENTER CASTING BRACKETS MAY BE OUT OF SPECIFICATION. AN OUT OF SQUARE CASTING MAY HAVE UNACCEPTABLE STRESS IN THE BRACKET WHEN IT IS INSTALLED AND MAY CAUSE IT TO CRACK IN SERVICE.
Consequence Summary THE DRIVE AXLE MAY NOT BE HELD IN POSITION IF A CRACKED BRACKET FRACTURES COMPLETELY. THIS WILL AFFECT VEHICLE CONTROL AND MAY CAUSE A CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.
Corrective Summary DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND CASTINGS THAT ARE OUT OF SPECIFICATION WILL BE REPLACED FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON DECEMBER 12, 2007. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FREIGHTLINER AT 1-800-547-0712.
Recall Notes FREIGHTLINER RECALL NO. FL-502.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.
29. STEERING
Component Description STEERING
Manufacturer That Filed Defect/noncompliance Report FREIGHTLINER LLC
Begin Date Of Manufacturing 20070105
End Date Of Manufacturing 20070517
Vehicle, Equipment Or Tire Report 0
Potential Number Of Units Affected 18000
Date Owner Notified By MFR 20071221
Recall Initiator (MFR/OVSC/ODI) MFR
Mfg FREIGHTLINER LLC
Report Received Date 20070718
Record Creation Date 20070718
Regulation Part Number
Defect Summary FREIGHTLINER IS RECALLING CERTAIN SCHOOL BUS CHASSIS, HEAVY TRUCKS, VAN CHASSIS, RV MOTORHOME CHASSIS MANUFACTURED FROM JANUARY 5 TO MAY 17, 2007, EQUIPPED WITH AXLE ALLIANCE COMPANY (AAC) FRONT AXLES. DURING THE FRONT AXLE ASSEMBLY, THE FASTENERS THAT ATTACH THE STEERING ARM OR TIE ROD ARMS TO THE SPINDLE MAY BE OVER OR UNDER TIGHTENED.
Consequence Summary INCORRECTLY TIGHTENED STEERING ARM FASTENERS MAY FATIGUE AND FRACTURE WHICH COULD CAUSE A CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.
Corrective Summary THOMAS BUILT WILL NOTIFY OWNERS, INSPECT THE FASTENERS, AND REPLACE THE STEERING ARM IF NECESSARY. THE RECALL BEGAN ON DECEMBER 21, 2007. OWNERS CAN CONTACT FREIGHTLINER AT 1-800-547-0712.
Recall Notes FREIGHTLINER RECALL NO. FL-501.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.
30. SERVICE BRAKES, AIR : SUPPLY : CHECK VALVE
Component Description SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:SUPPLY:CHECK VALVE
Manufacturer That Filed Defect/noncompliance Report FREIGHTLINER LLC
Begin Date Of Manufacturing 20020701
End Date Of Manufacturing 20070703
Vehicle, Equipment Or Tire Report 0
Potential Number Of Units Affected 75000
Date Owner Notified By MFR 20080111
Recall Initiator (MFR/OVSC/ODI) MFR
Mfg FREIGHTLINER LLC
Report Received Date 20070716
Record Creation Date 20070716
Regulation Part Number
Defect Summary 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 Summary 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.
Corrective Summary 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.
Recall 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.
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