2011 Freightliner Columbia: recalls and complaints

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• 20V21400014 Apr 2020Exterior Lighting
• 17V81000015 Dec 2017Equipment
• 16V20600012 Apr 2016Service Brakes, Air / Disc / Caliper
• 12V07400028 Feb 2012Engine and Engine Cooling / Engine / Diesel
• 11V51400013 Oct 2011Steering / Rack and Pinion
• 11V4650008 Sep 2011Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
• 11V33000021 Jun 2011Electrical System / 12v/24v/48v Battery / Cables
• 11V28700018 May 2011Fuel System, Other / Delivery / Fuel Pump
• 11V1460003 Mar 2011Engine and Engine Cooling
• 10V5510004 Nov 2010Equipment / Other / Labels
• 10V33900027 Jul 2010Fuel System, Other / Delivery / Fuel Pump
• 10V34100027 Jul 2010Engine and Engine Cooling
• 10V1890007 May 2010Fuel System, Other

1. 20V214000Received 14 Apr 2020. 63,175 units.

   Exterior Lighting

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   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, in the NHTSA record

   The vehicle's rearward visibility may be reduced, increasing the risk of a crash.

   Remedy, in the NHTSA record

   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.

   Report filed by Daimler Trucks North America LLC. Manufacturer campaign number FL848. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 29 May 2020.

2. 17V810000Received 15 Dec 2017. 24,860 units.

   Equipment

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   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 NHTSA record

   In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.

   Remedy, in the NHTSA record

   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.

   Report filed by Daimler Trucks North America LLC. Manufacturer campaign number FL-759. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 11 Apr 2018.

3. 16V206000Received 12 Apr 2016. 702 units.

   Service Brakes, Air / Disc / Caliper

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain model year 2010-2017 Freightliner M2 Business Class, 108SD, 114SD, and Columbia trucks manufactured from January 6, 2010, through February 29, 2016, equipped with certain Bendix rear disk brakes and spring suspensions. The rear disk brake caliper may have been installed incorrectly, thus allowing the caliper to contact the suspension.

   Consequence, in the NHTSA record

   Caliper contact with the spring suspension may reduce the braking effectiveness, increasing the risk of a crash.

   Remedy, in the NHTSA record

   DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will correct the orientation of the rear brake calipers, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on June 8, 2016. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's recall number for this campaign is FL-705.

   Report filed by Daimler Trucks North America LLC. Manufacturer campaign number FL-705. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 6 Jun 2016.

4. 12V074000Received 28 Feb 2012. 103,437 units.

   Engine and Engine Cooling / Engine / Diesel

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   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, in the NHTSA record

   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.

   Remedy, in the NHTSA record

   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.

   Report filed by DAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA. Manufacturer campaign number 12C-2. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 27 Apr 2012.

5. 11V514000Received 13 Oct 2011. 9,689 units.

   Steering / Rack and Pinion

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   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, in the NHTSA record

   The steering could unexpectedly turn left or right, making the vehicle more difficult to control and increasing the risk of a crash.

   Remedy, in the NHTSA record

   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.

   Report filed by DAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA. Manufacturer campaign number FL-614. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 6 Jul 2012.

6. 11V465000Received 8 Sep 2011. 4,444 units.

   Electronic Stability Control (ESC)

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   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, in the NHTSA record

   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.

   Remedy, in the NHTSA record

   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.

   Report filed by DAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA. Manufacturer campaign number FL-612. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 28 Mar 2012.

7. 11V330000Received 21 Jun 2011. 48,170 units.

   Electrical System / 12v/24v/48v Battery / Cables

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   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, in the NHTSA record

   A short circuit between an un-fused battery cable and chassis ground could result in a vehicle fire.

   Remedy, in the NHTSA record

   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.

   Report filed by DAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA. Manufacturer campaign number FL-609. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 21 Dec 2011.

8. 11V287000Received 18 May 2011. 268 units.

   Fuel System, Other / Delivery / Fuel Pump

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   Daimler trucks is recalling certain model year 2009 through 2011 freightliner cascadia, century, columbia, coronado, m2, and western star 4900 heavy trucks manufactured from february 19, 2009, through july 9, 2010, equipped with specific dd13 and dd15 engines assembled with a bosch high pressure fuel pump element which may develop a crack due to hydrogen induced stress corrosion. The crack may result in a diesel fuel leak.

   Consequence, in the NHTSA record

   If a diesel fuel leak continues undetected, fuel may spill onto the roadway increasing the risk of a crash.

   Remedy, in the NHTSA record

   Daimler trucks will notify owners, and dealers will repair the vehicles, free of charge. This recall is an expansion of a previous recall (see recall campaign 10v-339). The safety recall began on may 18, 2011. Owners may contact daimler trucks toll-free at 1-800-547-0712.

   Report filed by DAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA. Manufacturer campaign number 10C-4. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 18 May 2011.

9. 11V146000Received 3 Mar 2011. 2,073 units.

   Engine and Engine Cooling

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   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, in the NHTSA record

   A short circuited grid heater could result in a vehicle fire and injury to vehicle occupants.

   Remedy, in the NHTSA record

   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.

   Report filed by DAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA. Manufacturer campaign number 10C-5. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 2 Dec 2011.

10. 10V551000Received 4 Nov 2010. 7,466 units.

    Equipment / Other / Labels

    Defect, in the NHTSA record

    Daimler trucks is recalling certain model year 2011 freightliner coronado, columbia, fld military, business class m2, cascadia, century, and western star 4900 trucks manufactured from august 9, 2010, through october 27, 2010 for failing to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 120, "tire selection and rims for motor vehicles other than passenger cars." these vehicles were equipped with labels missing recommended cold tire inflation pressures.

    Consequence, in the NHTSA record

    Failure to follow proper tire inflation recommendations can result in tire failure, increasing the risk of a crash.

    Remedy, in the NHTSA record

    Labels with missing information will be replaced with corrected labels. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin on or before january 15, 2011. Owners may contact daimler trucks at 1-800-547-0712.

    Report filed by DAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA. Manufacturer campaign number FL-584. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 15 Jan 2011.

11. 10V339000Received 27 Jul 2010. 13,410 units.

    Fuel System, Other / Delivery / Fuel Pump

    Defect, in the NHTSA record

    Daimler trucks is recalling certain model year 2009 through 2011 freightliner cascadia, century, columbia, coronado, m2, and western star 4900 heavy trucks manufactured from february 19, 2009 through july 9, 2010, equipped with specific dd13 and dd15 engines assembled with a bosch high pressure fuel pump element which may develop a crack due to hydrogen induced stress corrosion. Over time the barrel of the bosch high pressure fuel pump element used on specific dd13/dd15 engines may develop a crack due to hydrogen induced stress corrosion resulting in a diesel fuel leak.

    Consequence, in the NHTSA record

    If a diesel fuel leak continues undetected, fuel may spill onto the roadway potentially resulting in a crash.

    Remedy, in the NHTSA record

    Daimler trucks will notify owners and dealers will repair the vehicles free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin on or about march 28, 2011. Owners may contact daimler trucks toll-free at 1-800-547-0712.

    Report filed by DAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA. Manufacturer campaign number 10C-4. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 1 Apr 2011.

12. 10V341000Received 27 Jul 2010. 5,743 units.

    Engine and Engine Cooling

    Defect, in the NHTSA record

    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, in the NHTSA record

    A short circuited grid heater could result in a vehicle fire and injury to vehicle occupants.

    Remedy, in the NHTSA record

    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.

    Report filed by DAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA. Manufacturer campaign number 10C-5. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 29 Jul 2011.

13. 10V189000Received 7 May 2010. 30,704 units.

    Fuel System, Other

    Defect, in the NHTSA record

    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, in the NHTSA record

    Fuel leaking onto the roadway may result in vehicle crash.

    Remedy, in the NHTSA record

    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.

    Report filed by DAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA. Manufacturer campaign number FL-578. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 17 Sep 2010.

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How many units are in the recall campaigns for the 2011 Freightliner Columbia?

314,141 units in 13 campaigns. A campaign can name other models and model years, and its units include them.

How many recall campaigns does the Freightliner Columbia have for all model years?

NHTSA lists 63 recall campaigns for the Freightliner Columbia, model years 1997 to 2021. 13 of them name the 2011 model year.

Is an NHTSA investigation of the 2011 Freightliner Columbia open?

No. Each of the 2 investigations that name this model year has a closing date in the NHTSA file.