Bulletins


BulletinBulletin dateReplacement BulletinItem no.SummaryAdded
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
SB-54-22006/01/200910030464Freightliner: when replacing a tyco pdm (power distribution module) with one manufactured by delphi, it may necessary to install a jumper harness for additional connections to ensure all the vehicle options and features will continue to ope10/07/2009
SF168AE08/01/1999612056Some vehicles equipped with the cummins isb / isc engine power harness may exhibit water bypassing the seal ad corroding the contacts of the fuse holder assembly. *tt06/05/2000
98030603/06/1998600696Important warranty information on wiring and hose routing warranty claims. *yc06/02/1998
311209/01/199546821Welding caution. before performing any electric welding on a vehicle, disconnect the battery power and ground cables and any electronic control units installed on the vehicle. *sd04/25/1996
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR
01113W06/25/2001621710Information to freightliner, sterling, american lafrance dealers regarding alliance remanufactured starter and alternator core reimbursement. *tt09/28/2001
12-MAR-200103/12/2001620663The purpose of this bulletin is to help eliminate the confusion regarding starter and alternator repairs under warranty through the route to success and select premium program vehicles. *tt08/20/2001
98030303/03/1998600695Important warranty information on alternators. *yc06/02/1998

Investigations


NHTSA IDManufacturerDate openDate closeSubjectRecall campaign
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
EA97021FREIGHTLINER LLC09/30/199709/30/1998PASSENGER COMPARTMENT FIRES
 Fires allegedly occurred in the dash area while the vehicles wer parked

Consumer Complaints


Fail datemilesoccurencesPurchase date
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
05/19/20081
 1996 freightliner daycab caught on fire and consumer pulled on the right shoulder. *nj the consumer noticed smoke coming from the dashboard. when the driver disconnected the battery cables, a small fire started, but the consumer was able to put out the fire. ohio traffic crash report # 10-0371-90 updated 04/15/10 *bf
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - WIRING - INTERIOR/UNDER DASH
1
 Amsc on board computer is in an unfavorable location. *jg