1997 Freightliner Century Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

The 1997 Freightliner Century has 4 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 4 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 injury.

The most-reported problem area is Equipment (2 reports).

4Recalls

4Owner complaints

0Crashes reported

n/aNHTSA safety rating

Is the repair still open on your Century?

A recall covers specific vehicles. Your VIN shows whether yours still needs the free repair.

1997 Freightliner Century recalls

Service Brakes, Air:Antilock

Recall 00V232002Aug 7, 200035,405 vehicles affected

Visibility:Windshield Wiper/Washer:Linkages

Recall 98V326Dec 21, 19986,720 vehicles affected

Suspension:Front

Recall 98V085Apr 21, 199822,186 vehicles affected

Steering: Steering Wheel/Handle Bar

Recall 97V112Jul 16, 199711,366 vehicles affected

Most common 1997 Freightliner Century problems

Problem areas named in the 4 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem area	Reports
Equipment	2
Tires	1
Suspension	1
Engine And Engine Cooling	1

What owners report

2006-09-22, Engine And Engine Cooling
DT*: THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 64 MPH, THE EXHAUST FUME CAME INTO THE CAB THROUGH THE AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM INTAKE. THERE WAS A SMELL OF FUME PRESENT WITHIN THE VEHICLE. THE PROBLEM OCCURRED EITHER WHILE DRIVING OR WHEN IN AN IDLE POSITION. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE SERVICE DEALER WHO DETERMINED THE CLUMPS AND MANIFOLD HOSE WERE DEFECTIVE. THE PARTS WERE REPLACED.

2002-08-08, Suspension
WHILE DRIVING 50 MPH AND WITHOUT WARNING REAR LEFT LEAF SEPARATED FROM WHEEL FRAME, RESULTING IN MAJOR DAMAGE TO TRUCK. DEALER HAS BEEN NOTIFIED; HOWEVER UNABLE TO REMEDY THE PROBLEM.*AK

2001-10-24, Equipment
CONTINUAL PROBLEM WITH THE AIR GUAGES BEING INACCURATE, THEY WILL NOT DROP TO ZERO WHEN AIR TANKS ARE DRAINED THEY STILL SHOW 15-20 LBS OF AIR PRESSURE THEY ARE OFF 10-20% WHEN AIR TANKS ARE FULL, CHP INSPECTIONS AT TERMINAL HAVE FOUND ALL AIR GUAGES INCLUDING THE GUAGE THAT WAS REPLACED TO BE INACCURATE.*JB

1998-11-27, Tires
TIRE BLEW OUT ON SIDEWALL RESULTING IN VEHICLE ROLLOVER ACCIDENT.(BRIDGESTONE 295/75R/225).

1997 Freightliner Century questions

Does the 1997 Freightliner Century have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 1997 Freightliner Century: Service Brakes, Air:Antilock; Visibility:Windshield Wiper/Washer:Linkages; Suspension:Front; Steering: Steering Wheel/Handle Bar. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 1997 Freightliner Century?

Based on 4 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Equipment (2), Tires (1), Suspension (1).

How do I check if a recall on my 1997 Freightliner Century 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.

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