2006 Freightliner Classic Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

4 safety recalls on file

The 2006 Freightliner Classic has 4 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA.

The most-reported problem area is Service Brakes, Air (1 report).

4Recalls
1Owner complaints
0Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
Is the repair still open on your Classic?

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

2006 Freightliner Classic recalls

Fuel System, Diesel

Recall 08V113Mar 11, 200862,000 vehicles affected

Trailer Hitches:Fifth Wheel Assembly

Recall 07V530Nov 13, 200738,000 vehicles affected

Service Brakes, Air:Supply:Check Valve

Recall 07V302Jul 16, 200775,000 vehicles affected

Engine And Engine Cooling

Recall 06V030Feb 8, 20065,771 vehicles affected

Most common 2006 Freightliner Classic problems

Problem areas named in the 1 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Service Brakes, Air1
Tires1

What owners report

2011-02-06, Service Brakes, Air
2006 FREIGHTLINER SEMI, WAS DISABLED ON THE BERM WITH IT'S HAZARD LIGHTS ON AND A PATROL CAR BEHIND IT DUE TO LOSING A SET OF TRAILER TIRES. UPON COMING TO A STOP AT THE 148.4 MILE POST. UNIT 2'S BRAKE DRUM FELL OFF AND ROLLED INTO TRAFFIC. UNIT 1 STRUCK THE BRAKE DRUM AND CONTINUED ON A LITTLE FURTHER BEFORE COMING TO A STOP. *BF ACCORDING TO THE POLICE REPORT, THE DRIVER WAS ASKED TO MOVE HIS OUT FIT A LITTLE FURTHER DOWN THE ROAD AWAY FROM TRAFFIC AND AS HE DID, THAT IS WHEN THE OFFICER NOTICED THE BRAKE DRUM HAD FALL FROM THE TRUCK. (OHIO TRAFFIC CRASH REPORT # 10-0902-90)*JB UPDATED 02/15/11 *BF

2006 Freightliner Classic questions

Does the 2006 Freightliner Classic have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 2006 Freightliner Classic: Fuel System, Diesel; Trailer Hitches:Fifth Wheel Assembly; Service Brakes, Air:Supply:Check Valve; Engine And Engine Cooling. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2006 Freightliner Classic?

Based on 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Service Brakes, Air (1), Tires (1).

How do I check if a recall on my 2006 Freightliner Classic 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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