2021 Freightliner Columbia

Recalls

1 recall names the 2021 Freightliner Columbia. Newest first.

• Steering › Linkages › Drag › Link › Connection

  Feb 20, 2023NHTSA 23V10500060,604 vehicles

  Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2019-2021 Freightliner 108SD, 114SD, 122SD, Columbia, Coronado, Business Class M2, and 2020 Freightliner Cascadia vehicles. The drag link taper joint may not have been tightened sufficiently and could come loose, resulting in a complete separation of the drag link from the steering arm.

  Risk and remedy

  Risk

  Drag link separation can cause a complete loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Remedy

  DTNA will inspect the drag link taper joint and repair it, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 21, 2023. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL967. This recall expands recall number 21V-689.

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Service bulletins

Technical service bulletins and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about this vehicle. Ask a dealer for the full document by its number.

• 10233951Important Campaign Information letter communicating that SF660 Field Service Campaign is Replaced by FL967.
• 10230910Revised Field Service Campaign for Drag Link Tapered Joint
• 10228679Field Service Campaign for Drag Link Tapered Joint
• 10202733ConMet Front Hub to Rotor Fasteners. On certain vehicles, the front rotor nuts may not be torqued to manufacturer specification. Loose components could cause damage to the ABS tone rings, the ABS sensors, and the anchor plate mounting fasteners.
• 10195659SS 1032974 High Oil Pressure on 2017 DTNA Vehicles Instrument Cluster Display
• 10195478SS 1033638 - Power Window Express Down Module Discontinued
• 10190551Warranty Information letter announcing that DTNA is increasing the Standard Diagnostic Times (SDTs) shown. The updated after treatment system (ATS) diesel exhaust fluid (DEF) pump times will be applied to repair orders opened on or after April 12, 2021.
• 10190549Warranty Information Letter announcing DTNA is adjusting the Standard Repair Times (SRTs) shown. The updated times will be applied to repair orders opened on or after April 5, 2021.
• 10184785Revised Freightliner Service Bulletin for Axle Flange Gasket Replaced with O-Ring. Revision removed steps instructing removal and installation of wheels. Daimler Trucks North America has released a new axle shaft to hub rubber O-ring (part number 11-30728-000) as a replacement for the paper gasket (part number 11-14418-000). The new O-ring will provide better sealing and is reusable. It is quicker and easier to use compared to the paper gasket, because using a paper gasket requires cleaning the hub when the axle shaft is removed.
• 10181049Freightliner Service Bulletin for Axle Flange Gasket Replaced with O-Ring. Daimler Trucks North America has released a new axle shaft to hub rubber O-ring (part number 11-30728-000) as a replacement for the paper gasket (part number 11-14418-000). The new O-ring will provide better sealing and is reusable. It is quicker and easier to use compared to the paper gasket, because using a paper gasket requires cleaning the hub when the axle shaft is removed.
• 10177648Service Bulletin for Guidelines for Cleaning and Disinfecting Cab Surfaces. The following guidelines are for cleaning and disinfecting commonly touched surfaces on the inside and outside of a vehicle. For best results, follow cleaning and disinfecting procedures fully and consistently. Ensure there is adequate ventilation when using chemicals. NOTICE: Wipe down fragile components carefully to avoid damaging the vehicle.
• 10176737Detroit Field Service campaign for DETROIT Export DD15 and DD13 Valve Lash Adjustment, Throttle Connector O-ring, and TC Air Line Spacer Installation.

Every Freightliner Columbia model year

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