CarRecallWatchThe 2005 Freightliner Columbia has 14 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 38 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 crash, 2 fires, 6 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Power Train (24 reports).
2005 Freightliner Columbia recalls
Insufficient air brake reservoir may reduce braking, raising crash risk
Some heavy trucks may have an air brake reservoir (tank) that is too small to meet federal brake standards.
Fire extinguisher may fail to discharge or nozzle may detach
Certain heavy trucks are equipped with Kidde plastic-handle or push-button "Pindicator" fire extinguishers that may become clogged.
Most common 2005 Freightliner Columbia problems
Problem areas named in the 38 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Power Train | 24 |
| Wheels | 4 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 4 |
| Tires | 2 |
| Suspension | 2 |
| Electrical System | 2 |
| Structure | 1 |
| Visibility | 1 |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 |
What owners report
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FREIGHTLINER COLUMBIA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE FAILED TO STOP WHEN THE BRAKE WAS APPLIED. A LOCAL MECHANIC INSPECTED THE VEHICLE. THE MEHCANIC STATED THAT THE BRAKE VALVE FAILED AND WAS ALLOWING AIR TO ESCAPE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE FAILURE AND CURRENT MILEAGES WERE 106,222.
LOW PRESSURE, ERG VALVE, LEAKAGE, AND THE LOST OF POWER THAT THE TRUNK CANT BE CONTROLLED. *TR
1990 FREIGHTLINER COLUMBIA, UNIT 1 WAS TRAVELING WESTBOUND ON THE OHIO TURNPIKE IN THE RIGHT LANE WHEN THE RIGHT TIRE OF THE TRAILER SUDDENLY CAME OFF THE RIM OF THE TRAILER. UNIT 1 CAME TO FINAL REST ON THE NORTH SIDE OF THE ROAD. *BF THE DRIVER STATED EVER SINCE THE COMPANY SWITCHED TO SUPER SINGLE TIRES, EVERYONE HAD BEEN EXPERIENCING SOME TYPE OF TIRE FAILURE. THE RIM WAS DAMAGED. (OHIO TRAFFIC CRASH REPORT # 10-0336-90)*JB UPDATED 8/30/11 *CN THE CONSUMER STATED THE TIRE BLOW OUT OCCURRED ON THE TRACTOR, NOT THE TRAILER.
2005 FREIGHTLINER COLUMBIA, UNIT 1 NOTICED SMOKE FROM HIS TRAILER AS HE PULLED AWAY FROM THE BOOTH AT EXIT 142. UNIT 1 PULLED TO THE BERM ON THE ON THE RAMP AND FOUND THE TRAILER WAS ON FIRE. THE TRACTOR WAS DISCONNECTED FROM THE TRAILER AND PULLED AHEAD . *BF (OHIO TRAFFIC CRASH REPORT # 10-0264-90)
2005 FREIGHTLINER COLUMBIA , SUFFERED A MECHANICAL FAILURE WITH LEFT REAR DRIVE AXLE DUAL ASSEMBLY. *BF THE ASSEMBLY DETACHED FROM THE SEMI AND CROSSED INTO THE EASTBOUND LANES. THE BOLTS HOLDING THE TIRE ON HAD COMPLETELY SHEARED OFF. (OHO TRAFFIC CRASH REPORT # 10-0316-89) *JB UPDATED 09/13/10*BF
2005 Freightliner Columbia questions
Does the 2005 Freightliner Columbia have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 14 safety recalls for the 2005 Freightliner Columbia: Insufficient air brake reservoir may reduce braking, raising crash risk; Fire extinguisher may fail to discharge or nozzle may detach; Steering:Rack And Pinion; Fuel System, Diesel; Engine And Engine Cooling. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2005 Freightliner Columbia?
Based on 38 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Power Train (24), Wheels (4), Engine And Engine Cooling (4).
How do I check if a recall on my 2005 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.