2001 Freightliner Columbia Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

2001 Freightliner Columbia recalls

Most common 2001 Freightliner Columbia problems

Problem areas named in the 3 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem area	Reports
Service Brakes, Air	1
Suspension	1
Steering	1
Trailer Hitches	1

What owners report

2011-03-07, Trailer Hitches
2001 FREIGHTLINER COLUMBIA CLASS, UNIT 1 TRAILER BECAME DISCONNECTED. UNIT 1 TRAILER STRUCK THE POWER UNIT WHILE ATTEMPTING TO STOP. UNIT 1 POWER UNIT AND TRAILER CAME TO REST IN THE RIGHT LANE. *BF UPDATED 03/21/11 *BF (OHIO TRAFFIC CRASH REPORT # 10-0047-90) *JB

2002-06-17, Steering
WE HAVE EXPERIENCED 5 SIMILAR STEERING GEAR BOX FAILURES ON OUR 2001 FREIGHTLINER COLUMBIA TRUCKS. IN EACH FAILURE THE TRUCK WOULD NOT TURN. NO ACCIDENTS OCCURRED IN FAILURES #2 - #5.ON 12/20/01 OUR 2ND FAILURE, [XXX] AT 170780 MILES, UNIT 3657.ON 04/01/02 OUR 3RD FAILURE, [XXX] AT 238661 MILES, UNIT 3725. ON 6-11-02 OUR 4TH & 5TH FAILURES, [XXX] AT 195001 MILES, UNIT 3747 AND #5 WAS [XXX] AT 305185 MILES UNIT 3634.*AK INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6). *TR

2000-11-28, Service Brakes, Air
DEFECTIVE BRAKE (AXLE FIVE LEFT SIDE, PUSH ROD TRAVEL IS 1/4 INCH), BRAKE SHOES FAILE TO MOVE. NLM

2001 Freightliner Columbia questions

Does the 2001 Freightliner Columbia have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 2001 Freightliner Columbia: Suspension:Front:Hub. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2001 Freightliner Columbia?

Based on 3 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Service Brakes, Air (1), Suspension (1), Steering (1).

How do I check if a recall on my 2001 Freightliner Columbia 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.