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2006 Freightliner Century Class Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

5 safety recalls on file

The 2006 Freightliner Century Class has 5 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA.

The most-reported problem area is Steering (1 report).

5Recalls
2Owner complaints
0Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
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2006 Freightliner Century Class recalls

Rear reflective tape may be hidden, reducing visibility to other drivers

Recall 20V214Apr 14, 202063,175 vehicles affected

On certain heavy trucks, the mudflap hanger bracket may partially cover the rear reflective tape.

Fire extinguisher may fail to discharge or nozzle may detach

Recall 17V810Dec 15, 201724,860 vehicles affected

Certain heavy trucks are equipped with Kidde plastic-handle or push-button "Pindicator" fire extinguishers that may become clogged.

Engine And Engine Cooling

Recall 09V366Sep 23, 200925,362 vehicles affected

Fuel System, Diesel

Recall 08V113Mar 11, 200862,000 vehicles affected

Electrical System

Recall 06V190Jun 5, 200661,000 vehicles affected

Most common 2006 Freightliner Century Class problems

Problem areas named in the 2 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Steering1
Power Train1

What owners report

2010-07-22, Power Train
NORMAL DRIVING EXPERIENCE TRAVELING ON A DIVIDED HIGHWAY W/ TRAFFIC LIGHTS, GOING APPROX 25-30 MPH, THEN THE TRUCK WOULD NOT UP OR DOWN SHIFT, AND BEGAN UNCONTROLLED ACCELERATION, 30 MPH OR SO, GOT THE TRUCK OFF TO THE SIDE OF ROAD AND SHUT IT DOWN. THIS IS NOT THE FIRST TIME THIS HAS HAPPENED. *TR
2007-09-12, Steering
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 FREIGHTLINER CENTURY CLASS. WHILE DRIVING 5 MPH, THE CONTACT HEARD A LOUD NOISE AND EXPERIENCED A LOSS OF STEERING. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER AND THEY STATED THAT THE RACK AND PINION SEPARATED. THE ENGINE SIZE AND NUMBER OF CYLINDERS WERE UNKNOWN. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 270,000 AND CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 290,706.

2006 Freightliner Century Class questions

Does the 2006 Freightliner Century Class have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 5 safety recalls for the 2006 Freightliner Century Class: Rear reflective tape may be hidden, reducing visibility to other drivers; Fire extinguisher may fail to discharge or nozzle may detach; Engine And Engine Cooling; Fuel System, Diesel; Electrical System. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2006 Freightliner Century Class?

Based on 2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Steering (1), Power Train (1).

How do I check if a recall on my 2006 Freightliner Century Class has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

Other Freightliner Century Class years

2017 Freightliner Century Class2016 Freightliner Century Class2015 Freightliner Century Class2014 Freightliner Century Class2013 Freightliner Century Class2012 Freightliner Century Class2011 Freightliner Century Class2010 Freightliner Century Class2009 Freightliner Century Class2008 Freightliner Century Class2007 Freightliner Century Class2005 Freightliner Century Class2004 Freightliner Century Class2003 Freightliner Century Class2002 Freightliner Century Class2001 Freightliner Century Class2000 Freightliner Century Class1999 Freightliner Century Class1998 Freightliner Century Class

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