2008 Freightliner Century Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

2013-06-27, Power Train
FULLY LOADED TRUCK RUNNING DOWN I 57, TRUCK STOPPED RUNNING IN THE MIDDLE OF THE INTERSTATE. DRIVER WAS ABLE TO PULL ONTO THE SHOULDER. TOWED BACK TO TAG TRUCK CENTER IN SIKESTON MO. UPON DIAGNOSIS THE TRANSMISSION HAD LOST ALL IT'S FLUID DUE TO TRANSMISSION COOLER LINES LEAKING. TRUCK WAS BUILT WITH A CLAMP THAT DID NOT FULLY SUPPORT THE LINE, AT THE FACTORY A PIECE OF PLASTIC LOOM WAS INSTALLED WITH THE CLAMP TO POSSIBLY TAKE UP THE SLACK BETWEEN THE METAL PART OF THE LINE AND THE CLAMP. THESE SAME CLAMPS WERE USED IN THE PAST TO SUPPORT ALTERNATOR WIRING; THEY CAUSED THE SAME PROBLEM BY CUTTING INTO THE ELECTRICAL CABLES DISABLING THE VEHICLE. THIS PART NUMBER IS DK 016 0010. FREIG

2008 Freightliner Century questions

Does the 2008 Freightliner Century have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 9 safety recalls for the 2008 Freightliner Century: Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Diesel; Steering:Rack And Pinion; Electronic Stability Control (Esc); Engine And Engine Cooling; Engine And Engine Cooling. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2008 Freightliner Century?

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

How do I check if a recall on my 2008 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.

Other Freightliner Century years

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Other 2008 Freightliner models

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