- The problem
- Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2002-2017 Freightliner Cascadia, Century Class, Columbia and Coronado trucks and Western Star 4700, 4900, 5700, 5900 and 6900 trucks. These vehicles are equipped with Kidde Plastic-Handle or Push Button 'Pindicator' Fire Extinguishers that may become clogged, preventing the extinguisher from discharging as expected or excessive force may be needed to activate the extinguisher. Additionally, in certain models, the nozzle may detach from the valve assembly with enough force that it could cause injury and also render the product inoperable. For a full list of the affected fire extinguisher models visit: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/RMISC-17E062-5427.pdf
- The risk
- In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.
- The fix
- DTNA will notify owners, and instruct them to contact Kidde for a replacement fire extinguisher, free of charge. The recall began on April 11, 2018. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712, or contact Kidde customer service toll-free at 1-855-262-3540, or online at www.kidde.com and click on "Product Safety Recall" for more information. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-759.
Vehicle safety record
2005 Freightliner Cascadia Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 2005 Freightliner Cascadia with NHTSA, most often about the wheels & tires (1). It is covered by 3 recalls, the latest in December 2017 for the equipment. For comparison, the 2004 has 0 and the 2006 has 1.
NHTSA data checked
AFar fewer problems than a typical Cascadia year, for its age
#440 most complained-about 2005 vehicle
- Complaints
- 1
- Recalls
- 3
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 2005 Freightliner Cascadia problems
Share of all 1 complaints. One complaint can name more than one area. Tap an area for its complaints and recalls.
2005 Freightliner Cascadia recalls 3
Recall repairs are free. Your dealer fixes them whether or not you bought the car there - check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours is done. What to do
- The problem
- Daimler trucks is recalling certain model year 2005-2011 freightliner cascadia, columbia, century, coronado, and classic xl trucks manufactured from november 1, 2004, through june 15, 2010 for the rack and pinion steering system. The lower pinion bearing may corrode and fail. A failed bearing may lead to damage of the spool valve seals. A damage spool valve seal may allow hydraulic fluid to flow to the right or left turn port instead of flowing to the return port.
- The risk
- The steering could unexpectedly turn left or right, making the vehicle more difficult to control and increasing the risk of a crash.
- The fix
- Daimler trucks will inspect the lower bearing for corrosion. If corrosion is found, the rack and pinion system will be replaced. If no corrosion is found, on the bearing, the bearing will be packed with grease and the rubber bellows will be replaced with sealant added between the bellows and the rack housing. An interim letter was mailed in december 2011. Owners may contact daimler trucks toll-free at 1-800-547-0712.
- The problem
- Daimler trucks is recalling certain model year 2004 through 2008 heavy trucks manufactured from july 11, 2003, through september 28, 2007, equipped with epa04 model mbe4000 engines built with plastic low pressure fuel lines and fuel filters mounted near the center of the engine on the left-hand side. The plastic low pressure fuel line between engine mounted fuel filter and engine block may develop a substantial diesel fuel leak.
- The risk
- This could create a road hazard increasing the risk of a crash. Fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire.
- The fix
- Daimler trucks will notify owners and the remedy will be performed by detroit diesel corporation authorized repair facilities. Vehicles will be inspected and the plastic low pressure fuel line will be replaced with a steel low pressure fuel line. This service will be performed free of charge. An interim letter was mailed to owners on october 28, 2011. The safety recall began on february 21, 2012. Owners may contact daimler trucks at 1-800-547-0712.
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1 complaints about the 2005 Freightliner Cascadia
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 freightliner cascadia equipped with aeolus asl67 tires, size: 295/75/r22.5 (Na). While driving various highway speeds, a noise was present coming from the front of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an unknown local service facility who determined that the front driver and passenger side tires experienced tread separation. The tires were replaced. The cause of the failures was not determined. The manufacturer was not notified. The vehicle and tire failure mileage, vin, and dot number were not available.
Freightliner Cascadia: every year compared
All Cascadia years2005 Freightliner Cascadia vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 Freightliner Cascadia | 1 | 3 | A | |
| 2005 Freightliner Columbia | 38 | 14 | F | Compare |
| 2005 Freightliner Business Class M2 | 7 | 9 | B | Compare |
| 2005 Freightliner Century Class | 5 | 4 | F | Compare |
| 2005 Freightliner Century | 2 | 2 | A | Compare |
| 2005 Freightliner Argosy | 1 | 4 | D | Compare |
| 2005 Freightliner Century ST | 1 | 6 | C | Compare |
More sales usually means more complaints, so compare similar vehicles of the same year. The grade compares each vehicle with its own model's other years.
Questions about the 2005 Freightliner Cascadia
Does the 2005 Freightliner Cascadia have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2005 Freightliner Cascadia: equipment (December 2017); rack and pinion (October 2011); fuel system, diesel (September 2011). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.
What are the most common problems with the 2005 Freightliner Cascadia?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the wheels & tires (1).
How many complaints has the 2005 Freightliner Cascadia had?
1 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on July 27, 2018 and the latest on July 27, 2018. Of these, 0 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 2005 Freightliner Cascadia a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 96 out of 100 (grade A: far fewer problems than a typical Freightliner Cascadia year, for its age). The index weighs complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and recalls against how long the vehicle has been on the road, compared with the same model's other years. It is not a measure of every repair - read the complaints and owner experiences, and have any used vehicle inspected before you buy.
Which Freightliner Cascadia years have the most complaints?
2019 (30), 2020 (26), 2009 (19). See every Freightliner Cascadia year compared.
What should I do if my 2005 Freightliner Cascadia has a problem?
If it is a safety problem, stop driving it if it is unsafe and contact your dealer. Report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem - enough reports start investigations and recalls - and share your experience here so other owners know what to look for.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked . Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data