Tl* the contact owns a 2003 freightliner business class equipped with kelly charger hpt tires, size 275/70r/24.5 (na). The dot number was unavailable. While driving approximately 70 MPH, the two front tires blew out. As a result, the vehicle crashed into a wall. A police report was filed and there were no injuries. The vehicle failure mileage was 1,500,000 and the tire failure mileage was unavailable.
The worst 2003 Freightliner Business Class problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
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- Tires2
- Body1
- Fuel system1
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Recalls 1
Suspension: front: wheel bearing
- What is wrong
- On certain trucks built with 8,000 or 6,000 pound front axles and four-piece spindle nut sets, premature front ,wheel bearing wear may be caused by inconsistent bearing endplay adjustment.
- Risk
- If allowed to progress, the front wheel assembly may separate from the vehicle, which could result in a crash.
- Remedy
- The dealers will replace the front axle oil seals and hub cap gaskets on both sides. The recall began september 7, 2004. Owners should contact freightliner at 1‑800‑547‑0712.
Recall number 04V272000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 2003 Freightliner Business Class 7
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- Sb2028 Engine Coolant Changes
- Sb2032 Gates PowerGrip Hose Clamps, Replacement
- Sb2056 Transmission Oil Line Removal and Installation
- Sb2057 New Surge Tank Design
- Freightliner: fan clutch nuts
- Freightliner: airliner suspension six piece bolted service crossmember
- Freightliner truck: steer axle maintenance, aac and meritor 6000LB and 8000LB axles: this bulletin is to...
What 2003 Freightliner Business Class owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Tl* the contact owns a 2003 freight liner m2 business class. The contact stated that while driving 65 MPH, gasoline leaked from the truck and onto the under carriage. The truck was taken to the dealer for diagnosis where it was stated that the higher pressure fuel line needed to be replaced. The truck was repaired but the problem persisted. The manufacturer was notified. The approximate failure mileage was 5,000....updated 09/18//13
Tl*the contact owns a 2003 mercedes business class. The contact stated that the repair for the federal safety agency recall, campaign id number: 09v418000, engine and engine cooling, exhaust system was performed on his vehicle. The contact also stated that the egr assembly was defective and should have been replaced when the recall repair was done. The failure and current mileages were approximately 50,000.
Daimler vans, llc safety recall 2010-040002 called freightliner dealer in oak creek, wi (truck country, inc.) they have no information and cannot do the repair according to the safety recall. I tried calling daimler and listened to music on hold for 40 minutes. I got nowhere with them!
While driving 2003 frieghtliner sprinter on two occasions was overcome with noxious fumes, resulting in carbon monoxide posioning that requried a emergency visit to the hospital. Van has been in for service and continues to have same problem. This is a company van .
Contact states: that door blew open while driving. Electric door for passengers freight liner sprinter 2003. Braun conversion for wheels chairs. Has electric door that has no latch to close and there is gap in the door,1/2 inch. The consumer was told by the dodge dealer that it is was the conversion part for braun that was the problem. And to take it to a place that works on conversions. Vehicle was taken to waither body shop 562‑447‑1256 for repairs. Repair cost is unknown, underwritten by braun corporation. Includes upgrade to prevent this from happening again. *tt
Contact states: july 27,2004, had a tire blow out on the rear tire on the van. The mud flap blew off and there was damage done to the wheel well. Took vehicle to barnette tire service, and the tire was replaced. The mechanic stated that the blow out was due to the tire valve. Now there has been tire valve recall.
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Questions about the 2003 Freightliner Business Class
Is the 2003 Freightliner Business Class reliable?
Owners have filed 7 complaints about the 2003 Freightliner Business Class, close to a typical Business Class model year.
What is the most common problem with the 2003 Freightliner Business Class?
Engine and cooling, with 2 complaints. Next is tires (2).
How many recalls does the 2003 Freightliner Business Class have?
1 recall, covering suspension.
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