Freightliner Business Class M2 2005
Model Business Class M2 made in 2005 by Freightliner got 10 consumer complains, 5 investigations there are 9 recalls as well as 18 service bulletins. Consumer complaints with reference, among others things, to fuel system, diesel, parking brake and power train. Technical service bulletines regarding electrical system, engine and engine cooling and equipment adaptive. The car had some investigations: exterior lighting, suspension and wheels. There were some recalls concerningexterior lighting, fuel system, diesel and fuel system, other.
Model 2005
Recalls
| Campaign | Manufacturer | Manufacturing date | Type | # of units affected | Date Owner notified Mfg | Recall Initiated by | Manufacturers of recalled vehicles/products | Report Recieved Date | Record Creation Date | Regulation Part Number | FMVSS Number | |||||
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| EXTERIOR LIGHTING - TAIL LIGHTS | ||||||||||||||||
| 10V178000 | DAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA | from 01/19/2005 to 04/16/2010 | V (Vehicle) | 6569 | 05/27/2011 | ODI | FREIGHTLINER LLC | 04/30/2010 | 04/30/2010 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | Dtna is recalling certain model year 2005 through 2011 freightliner business class c2, fccc b2 chassis, s2 chassis, and mc chassis manufactured beginning january 19, 2005 through april 16, 2010. the stop lamps may be intermittent during light brake applications. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | The stop lamps may not properly indicate that the service brakes are applied which may lead to a crash without warning. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Dtna will notify owners and repairs will be performed by dtna dealerships free of charge. the safety recall began on may 27, 2011. owners may contact dtna at 1-800-547-0712. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Dtna's recall campaign number is fl-577.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 http://www.safercar.gov . | |||||||||||||||
| FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL | ||||||||||||||||
| 11V478000 | DAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA | from 07/11/2003 | V (Vehicle) | 73500 | 02/21/2012 | MFR | FREIGHTLINER LLC | 09/16/2011 | 09/21/2011 | |||||||
| 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. | |||||||||||||||
| 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 http://www.safercar.gov . | |||||||||||||||
| 08V113000 | DAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA | from 04/01/2004 to 04/30/2007 | V (Vehicle) | 62000 | 07/09/2008 | MFR | FREIGHTLINER LLC | 03/11/2008 | 03/12/2008 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | 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 Summary | 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. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Pending validation of a permanent solution, drivers who suspect a fuel leak should contact a detroit diesel distributor, or a freightliner, sterling, or western star dealer, to have their vehicle inspected and repaired if necessary. the recall began on july 9, 2008. owners may contact daimler trucks at 1-800-547-0712. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Daimler truck recall no. fl-526.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. | |||||||||||||||
| FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER - DELIVERY - HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS | ||||||||||||||||
| 08V668000 | DAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA | from 03/09/2004 to 08/18/2006 | V (Vehicle) | 24650 | 03/09/2009 | MFR | FREIGHTLINER LLC | 12/17/2008 | 12/17/2008 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | Daimler trucks north america (dtna) is recalling 24,650 school and non-school buses, motor home chassis, and trucks manufactured from march 9, 2004 through august 18, 2006, equipped with epa04 certified mbe900 engines, manufactured by detroit diesel between march 1, 2004, and july 31, 2006. the high pressure fuel lines and transfer tubes may fatigue and fracture. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | A fractured fuel line may leak diesel fuel possibly resulting in a fire or fuel may be spilled on the road causing a slippery surface, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Detroit diesel will notify owners and the vehicles will be repaired with more robust lines and vibration dampers free of charge. repairs will be performed by authorized detroit diesel distributorships. the recall began on march 9, 2009. owners may contact detroit diesel 1-313-592-3708 or dtna toll-free at 1-800-547-0712 for more information. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Dtna's 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 . | |||||||||||||||
| PARKING BRAKE | ||||||||||||||||
| 05V468000 | FREIGHTLINER LLC | from 06/01/2004 to 03/31/2005 | V (Vehicle) | 3850 | 03/07/2006 | MFR | FREIGHTLINER LLC | 10/05/2005 | 10/12/2005 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | Certain 2004 and 2005 thomas built c2 school buses and freightliner business class m2 heavy trucks manufactured between june 2004 and march 2005. the anchor/pivot bolt supplied with the park brake is defective and could fatigue fracture prematurely, resulting in the park brake failing to apply. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | If the park brake anchor bolt fatigues and ultimately fractures, the park brake may not function and there may be no indication to the driver of the malfunction when the park brake is set. this may cause the vehicle to roll away without warning, which could result in a crash. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Freightliner will notify its owners and inspect and replace defective anchor bolts free of charge. the recall began on march 7, 2006. owners may contact freightliner at 1-800-547-0712. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Freightliner recall no. fl-461.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. | |||||||||||||||
| POWER TRAIN - AXLE ASSEMBLY | ||||||||||||||||
| 08V137000 | DAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA | from 01/26/2000 to 03/24/2008 | V (Vehicle) | 28764 | 01/08/2009 | ODI | FREIGHTLINER LLC | 03/25/2008 | 03/25/2008 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | Daimler trucks is recalling 28,764 my 2001 through 2008 fccc b2 and fs65 school bus chassis, fccc fb65 conventional buses, and sterling acterra, freightliner fln, and business class m2 heavy trucks, built from january 26, 2000, through march 24, 2008, manufactured with arvinmeritor or axle alliance company 6,000 through 8,000 pound front axles utilizing a four piece spindle-nut set. these axle assemblies may have been produced with a thin spindle nut which may lead to incorrect end play, cone spin, excessive heat, degradation of lubrication, wear of the spindle nut and bearing journal, oil contamination with metal shavings, and premature bearing failure. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | Continued operation may lead to wheel separation and possibly a vehicle crash. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Daimler trucks will notify owners and will repair the vehicles free of charge. the recall began on january 8, 2009. owners may contact daimler trucks at 1-800-547-0712. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Daimler trucks recall no. fl-527.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. | |||||||||||||||
| SERVICE BRAKES, AIR - SUPPLY - CHECK VALVE | ||||||||||||||||
| 07V302000 | FREIGHTLINER LLC | from 07/01/2002 to 07/03/2007 | V (Vehicle) | 75000 | 01/11/2008 | MFR | FREIGHTLINER LLC | 07/16/2007 | 07/16/2007 | |||||||
| 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. | |||||||||||||||
| 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. | |||||||||||||||
| STEERING | ||||||||||||||||
| 05V541000 | FREIGHTLINER LLC | from 08/01/2004 to 10/31/2005 | V (Vehicle) | 198 | 02/17/2006 | MFR | FREIGHTLINER LLC | 11/22/2005 | 11/29/2005 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | On certain trucks equipped with fontaine modification right hand steering control and equipped with sit down dual drive conversions, the pinch bolt that secures the lower steering shaft connection to the lh miter box may have been improperly torqued causing the bolts to fall out. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | This may cause a loss of steering control and a crash could occur without prior warning. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Dealers will inspect and replace the lower steering shaft pinch bolt at the connection and bolts on the steering cross shaft will be replaced. the recall began on february 17, 2006. owners may contact freightliner at 1-800-547-0712. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Freightliner recall no. fl-464.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration | |||||||||||||||
| SUSPENSION - REAR - AXLE - SPINDLE | ||||||||||||||||
| 05V467000 | FREIGHTLINER LLC | from 06/13/2005 to 07/08/2005 | V (Vehicle) | 1100 | 04/11/2006 | MFR | FREIGHTLINER LLC | 10/05/2005 | 10/11/2005 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | Certain 2005 thomas built fs-65 and c-2 school buses and 2005 freightliner argosy, columbia, century st, and m2 business class trucks manufactured between june 4 and july 8, 2005. the spindles in the rear axle housing were overheated during the heat treatment process. incorrectly heat treated spindles could result in a fracture of the spindle. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | Incorrectly heat treated spindles could fracture, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash without warning. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Freightliner will notify its customers and inspect for the heat treat date code on the end of the rear spindles and replace the axle housing if necessary. the recall is expected to begin on january 23, 2006. owners may contact freightliner | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Freightliner recall no. fl-460.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. | |||||||||||||||
Bulletins
| Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - WIRING - INTERIOR/UNDER DASH | |||||
| 4263 | 01/01/2008 | 10024102 | Freightliner -- abs fault codes due to connector water intrusion. *nj | 03/10/2008 | |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE | |||||
| 01-93 | 07/01/2008 | 10026123 | Freightliner: cummins isb drive belt jumping. the poly-v serpentine drive belt may jump off one or more of the pulleys during operation. *pe | 10/01/2008 | |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE - DIESEL | |||||
| SB-09-31 | 07/01/2009 | 10030872 | Freightliner: some trucks have been found with incorrect sealing of air intake duct assemblies, allowing unfiltered air to bypass the air cleaner. loose duct connections or dirt found in the ducting during a filter service indicate that d | 12/16/2009 | |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE - GASOLINE - BELTS AND ASSOCIATED PULLEYS | |||||
| 01-93 | 07/01/2008 | 10026123 | Freightliner: cummins isb drive belt jumping. the poly-v serpentine drive belt may jump off one or more of the pulleys during operation. *pe | 10/01/2008 | |
| EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE | |||||
| FSB-54-224 | 08/01/2008 | 10027084 | Freightliner trucks: new severe duty taillight and trailer pdms (power distribution modules).for replacing existing pdms on trucks. the design improvements protect against water and dust intrusion. *pe | 01/07/2009 | |
| EQUIPMENT - OTHER - OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL | |||||
| ICI-10-025 | 09/25/2010 | 10037075 | Daimler trucks: the 294 bolt is deemed serviceable and there is a procedure for replacing it. *rm | 05/04/2011 | |
| ICI-10-025 | 09/25/2010 | 10037075 | Ready | 05/04/2011 | |
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING - TAIL LIGHTS | |||||
| FSB-54-224 | 08/01/2008 | 10027084 | Freightliner trucks: new severe duty taillight and trailer pdms (power distribution modules).for replacing existing pdms on trucks. the design improvements protect against water and dust intrusion. *pe | 01/07/2009 | |
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING - TURN SIGNAL | |||||
| TSB-54-237 | 07/01/2009 | 10029425 | 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 | 07/08/2009 | |
| FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL - STORAGE - TANK ASSEMBLY | |||||
| FSB-20-67 | 08/01/2011 | 10041425 | Freightliner: tank seams are split/cracked which causes fuel to leak. the valve might be plugged with contaminate. *pe | 10/03/2011 | |
| POWER TRAIN - AXLE ASSEMBLY - AXLE SHAFT - SEAL | |||||
| SB-33-24 | 04/01/2009 | 10029985 | Freightliner truck: steer axle maintenance, aac and meritor 6000lb and 8000lb axles: this bulletin is to provide information on the recommended maintenance procedure to be added to dtna maintenance manuals for all models with these axle rat | 07/22/2009 | |
| POWER TRAIN - AXLE HUBS | |||||
| SB-33-24 | 04/01/2009 | 10029985 | Freightliner truck: steer axle maintenance, aac and meritor 6000lb and 8000lb axles: this bulletin is to provide information on the recommended maintenance procedure to be added to dtna maintenance manuals for all models with these axle rat | 07/22/2009 | |
| SERVICE BRAKES, AIR - ANTILOCK - ABS WARNING LIGHT | |||||
| SB-42-63 | 01/01/2008 | 10032688 | Freightliner: abs fault codes due to connector water intrusion. on some trucks, the abs module was moved into the cab. this required a connector to be placed under the cab, behind the front steering axle, on the frame rail. if this conn | 04/28/2010 | |
| SERVICE BRAKES, AIR - ANTILOCK - CONTROL UNIT/MODULE | |||||
| SB-42-63 | 01/01/2008 | 10032688 | Freightliner: abs fault codes due to connector water intrusion. on some trucks, the abs module was moved into the cab. this required a connector to be placed under the cab, behind the front steering axle, on the frame rail. if this conn | 04/28/2010 | |
| SERVICE BRAKES, AIR - ANTILOCK - INTERCONNECTING ASSEMBLY(WIRING) | |||||
| SB-42-63 | 01/01/2008 | 10032688 | Freightliner: abs fault codes due to connector water intrusion. on some trucks, the abs module was moved into the cab. this required a connector to be placed under the cab, behind the front steering axle, on the frame rail. if this conn | 04/28/2010 | |
| STRUCTURE | |||||
| FSB-54-224 | 08/01/2008 | 10027084 | Freightliner trucks: new severe duty taillight and trailer pdms (power distribution modules).for replacing existing pdms on trucks. the design improvements protect against water and dust intrusion. *pe | 01/07/2009 | |
| SUSPENSION - REAR - AXLE - NON-POWERED AXLE ASSEMBLY | |||||
| 355 | 01/01/2007 | 355A | 10022818 | Arvinmeritor rear drive axle lock screws. *kb | 09/28/2007 |
| WHEELS - LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS | |||||
| SB-33-24 | 04/01/2009 | 10029985 | Freightliner truck: steer axle maintenance, aac and meritor 6000lb and 8000lb axles: this bulletin is to provide information on the recommended maintenance procedure to be added to dtna maintenance manuals for all models with these axle rat | 07/22/2009 | |
Investigations
| NHTSA ID | Manufacturer | Date open | Date close | Subject | Recall campaign | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING - BRAKE LIGHTS | ||||||
| PE10007 | FREIGHTLINER LLC | 02/03/2010 | 05/23/2010 | Stop Lamps Intermittent | 10V178000 | |
| This investigation was opened after odi was contacted by a fleet alleging that in certain situations, such as a light brake peal application during a low speed operation, the brake lamps fail to illuminate on the rear of the bus.odi confirmed the problem with two fleets.on april 29, 2010, daimler filed a defect report concerning this issue. the stop lamps may be intermittent during light brake applications.they are still evaluating the remedial program and will furnish this information to odi when it is available. this safety recallresolves the issue raised by this investigation. hence, this investigation is closed. | ||||||
| PE10007 | FREIGHTLINER LLC | 02/03/2010 | 05/23/2010 | Stop Lamps Intermittent | 10V177000 | |
| This investigation was opened after odi was contacted by a fleet alleging that in certain situations, such as a light brake peal application during a low speed operation, the brake lamps fail to illuminate on the rear of the bus.odi confirmed the problem with two fleets.on april 29, 2010, daimler filed a defect report concerning this issue. the stop lamps may be intermittent during light brake applications.they are still evaluating the remedial program and will furnish this information to odi when it is available. this safety recallresolves the issue raised by this investigation. hence, this investigation is closed. | ||||||
| SUSPENSION - FRONT - HUB | ||||||
| RQ07003 | FREIGHTLINER LLC | 12/05/2007 | 03/26/2008 | FRONT WHEEL SEPARATION | 08V137000 | |
| Odi is closing this investigation based on daimler truck north america 's (dtna) march 19, 2008, defect notification report which outlines dtna's intention to campaign 28,764 freightliner, sterling, and freightliner custom chassis vehicles [equipped with either arvinmeritor or axle alliance company 6,000 - 8,000 pound rated front axle assemblies utilizing a four piece spindle nut set] manufactured between january 26, 2000, and march 24, 2008.dtna has proposed providing a remedy for the currently installed four piece spindle nut systems which may lead to incorrect end play, [bearing] cone spin, excessive heat, degradation of lubrication, wear of the spindle nut [backface] and bearing journal, oil contamination with metal shavings, and premature bearing failure.continued operation may lead to a wheel separation.odi has relieved dtna of the responsibility to provide the information requested as part of this rq so that dtna could focus their efforts on investigation of the wheel separation issues and planning and implementing a responsive and timely field action (campaign). | ||||||
| SUSPENSION - FRONT - WHEEL BEARING | ||||||
| RQ07003 | FREIGHTLINER LLC | 12/05/2007 | 03/26/2008 | FRONT WHEEL SEPARATION | 08V137000 | |
| Odi is closing this investigation based on daimler truck north america 's (dtna) march 19, 2008, defect notification report which outlines dtna's intention to campaign 28,764 freightliner, sterling, and freightliner custom chassis vehicles [equipped with either arvinmeritor or axle alliance company 6,000 - 8,000 pound rated front axle assemblies utilizing a four piece spindle nut set] manufactured between january 26, 2000, and march 24, 2008.dtna has proposed providing a remedy for the currently installed four piece spindle nut systems which may lead to incorrect end play, [bearing] cone spin, excessive heat, degradation of lubrication, wear of the spindle nut [backface] and bearing journal, oil contamination with metal shavings, and premature bearing failure.continued operation may lead to a wheel separation.odi has relieved dtna of the responsibility to provide the information requested as part of this rq so that dtna could focus their efforts on investigation of the wheel separation issues and planning and implementing a responsive and timely field action (campaign). | ||||||
| WHEELS - CAP/COVER/HUB | ||||||
| RQ07003 | FREIGHTLINER LLC | 12/05/2007 | 03/26/2008 | FRONT WHEEL SEPARATION | 08V137000 | |
| Odi is closing this investigation based on daimler truck north america 's (dtna) march 19, 2008, defect notification report which outlines dtna's intention to campaign 28,764 freightliner, sterling, and freightliner custom chassis vehicles [equipped with either arvinmeritor or axle alliance company 6,000 - 8,000 pound rated front axle assemblies utilizing a four piece spindle nut set] manufactured between january 26, 2000, and march 24, 2008.dtna has proposed providing a remedy for the currently installed four piece spindle nut systems which may lead to incorrect end play, [bearing] cone spin, excessive heat, degradation of lubrication, wear of the spindle nut [backface] and bearing journal, oil contamination with metal shavings, and premature bearing failure.continued operation may lead to a wheel separation.odi has relieved dtna of the responsibility to provide the information requested as part of this rq so that dtna could focus their efforts on investigation of the wheel separation issues and planning and implementing a responsive and timely field action (campaign). | ||||||
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL | |||
| 12/29/2008 | 78226 | 1 | |
| High pressure fuel lines broke, causing a breakdown, tow and repair. loss of fuel also. lines were replaced at authorized dealer with what was available. this breakdown not including fuel loss resulted in a lost day and $700 costs. 3 months later, we received recall notice to replace the lines again. the notice says we could qualify for reimbursement, but when i called detroit diesel, they said no. seems that defective lines were the problem all along, regardless of the time frame. *tr | |||
| 10/12/2006 | 148419 | 1 | 01/01/2004 |
| Dt*: the contact stated while driving 65mph, the fuel line assembly burst without warning and began to spray diesel fuel onto the vehicle and the highway. the vehicle was parked on the side of the highway without further incident. upon inspection of the vehicle, the contact determined the fuel lines were fractured and needed to be replaced. a nhtsa recall, #05v469000 remedy repair to the engine by emc recalibration and replacement of the fuel lift pump was performed which pertained to the fuel system. however, the recall did not remedy the problem. the dealership would not offer an additional repair without charge under the recall. the manufacturer was alerted. | |||
| PARKING BRAKE | |||
| 11/01/2008 | 48500 | 1 | |
| Parking air brake valve has broken loose from inner (plastic) dash mount rendering it very difficult to engage or disengage the brake. this could cause death or injury if the parking brake cannot be engaged. i have found this to be a common complaint with this vehicle as well as sterling medium duty trucks per the internet. replacement inner dash plus labor is very expensive and provides no guaranty it won't break again. this is poor design using inadequate material in a high stress area. (vin entry block will not accept my vin even though it is correct). *tr | |||
| POWER TRAIN | |||
| 09/25/2009 | |||
| Tl-the contact owns a 2005 freightliner business class m2. while driving approximately 40 mph, the front driver side tire and wheel assembly detached from the vehicle and rolled across the road crashing into the side of a brick house causing moderate damage. there was no personal injury. a police report was filed. the vehicle was towed to an authorized dealer. the technician informed that the failure was contributed to the front axle wheel. the vehicle was repaired under the nhtsa campaign id number 08v137000 (power train:axle assembly). the identical failure reocurred on a separate occasion after the remedy repair had been performed on the vehicle. the vehicle was repaired at the dealer. the contact expressed significant concern of the safety hazard. the failure mileage was unknown. js | |||
| 09/25/2009 | |||
| Tl-the contact owns a 2005 freightliner business class m2. while driving approximately 40 mph, the front driver side tire and wheel assembly detached from the vehicle and rolled across the road crashing into the side of a brick house causing moderate damage. there was no personal injury. a police report was not filed. the vehicle was towed to an authorized dealer. the technician informed that the failure was contributed to the front axle wheel. the vehicle was repaired under the nhtsa campaign id number 08v137000 (power train:axle assembly). the identical failure reocurred on a separate occasion after the remedy repair had been performed on the vehicle. the vehicle was repaired at the dealer. the contact expressed significant concern of the safety hazard. the failure mileage was unknown. js | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, AIR | |||
| 08/08/2009 | 32300 | 1 | |
| Tl*the contact owns a 2005 freightliner business class m2. while driving approximately 50 mph, the contact felt the rear brakes dragging. there was no rear braking. the contact managed to stop the vehicle with the front brakes. he took the vehicle to the service dealer and they stated that the abs snensor detached from the metal holder, which overheated and melted the abs sensor. the failure and current mileages were 32,300. updated 06/03/10*bf updated 06/07/10*jb | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, AIR - ANTILOCK | |||
| 08/08/2009 | 32300 | 1 | |
| Tl*the contact owns a 2005 freightliner business class m2. while driving approximately 50 mph, the contact felt the rear brakes dragging. there was no rear braking. the contact managed to stop the vehicle with the front brakes. he took the vehicle to the service dealer and they stated that the abs snensor detached from the metal holder, which overheated and melted the abs sensor. the failure and current mileages were 32,300. updated 06/03/10*bf updated 06/07/10*jb | |||
| STRUCTURE | |||
| 11/01/2008 | 48500 | 1 | |
| Parking air brake valve has broken loose from inner (plastic) dash mount rendering it very difficult to engage or disengage the brake. this could cause death or injury if the parking brake cannot be engaged. i have found this to be a common complaint with this vehicle as well as sterling medium duty trucks per the internet. replacement inner dash plus labor is very expensive and provides no guaranty it won't break again. this is poor design using inadequate material in a high stress area. (vin entry block will not accept my vin even though it is correct). *tr | |||
Car dealers selling
| State | City | Zip | Name | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AL | DOTHAN | 36303 | FREIGHTLINER OF SOUTHERN ALABAMA | 334-793-4455 |
| GA | CONYERS | SUN DOWNER OF GEORGIA |