Recalls for 2003 Freightliner Century

DEFECT #1 - SERVICE BRAKES, AIR

Posted on: 2003-12-15
Description
On certain trucks equipped with air brakes, the plastic push-to-connect air line fitting cartridge could be improperly welded into the nylon junction block housing allowing an air line to become disconnected.  

Consequence
This could lead to reduced brake control, loss of service brake control, or the emergency brakes automatically applying, possibly resulting in a crash without prior warning.  

Corrective Action
Dealers will install a new cab air manifold.  Owner notification is expected to begin on january 21, 2004.  Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact freightliner at 800-547-0712.  

Notes
Freightliner recall no.  Fl-418.customers can contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).

DEFECT #2 - POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION

Posted on: 2004-05-07
Description
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.

Corrective Action
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).