2004-2006 Freightliner Classic, Freightliner Classic XL and others recall: engine and engine cooling

Freightliner LLC reported this safety recall on February 8, 2006. It covers about 5,771 vehicles.

vehicles affected: 5,771
reported: Feb 8, 2006
owners notified: Apr 17, 2006
related complaints: 19

Engine and engine cooling

What is wrong: On certain trucks equipped with caterpillar diesel engines, the variable valve actuation oil line may wear against the sharp edge of the cylinder head if not positioned correctly.
Risk: The oil line may be cut on the cylinder head causing an oil leak and a possible fire.
Remedy: Caterpillar, in conjunction with freightliner, will be conducting the owner notification and remedy for this campaign free of charge. Owners may call caterpillar at 309‑675‑6496, or freightliner at 1‑800‑547‑0712.

Recall number 06V030000

Affected vehicles

Freightliner Classic 2004-2006 2004 2005 2006
Freightliner Classic XL 2004-2006 2004 2005 2006
Freightliner Columbia 2004-2006 2004 2005 2006
Freightliner FLD120SD 2004-2006 2004 2005 2006
Sterling A-Line 2004-2006 2004 2005 2006
Sterling L-Line 2004-2006 2004 2005 2006
Western Star 4900 2004-2006 2004 2005 2006
Western Star 6900 2004-2006 2004 2005 2006

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 19 complaints about engine problems.

2004 Freightliner Classic 2005 Freightliner Classic 2006 Freightliner Classic 2004 Freightliner Classic XL 2005 Freightliner Classic XL 2006 Freightliner Classic XL 2004 Freightliner Columbia 2005 Freightliner Columbia 2006 Freightliner Columbia 2004 Freightliner FLD120SD 2005 Freightliner FLD120SD 2006 Freightliner FLD120SD

Questions about recall 06V030000

Is there a recall on the 2004-2006 Freightliner Classic, Freightliner Classic XL and others engine and engine cooling?

Yes. Recall 06V030000, reported on February 8, 2006, covers about 5,771 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 06V030000?

Caterpillar, in conjunction with freightliner, will be conducting the owner notification and remedy for this campaign free of charge. Owners may call caterpillar at 309‑675‑6496, or freightliner at 1‑800‑547‑0712.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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