- 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
2012 Freightliner Century Class Problems, complaints & recalls
No owner complaints about the 2012 Freightliner Century Class have been filed with NHTSA. It is covered by 2 recalls, the latest in December 2017 for the equipment.
NHTSA data checked
DMore problems than a typical Century Class year, for its age
- Complaints
- 0
- Recalls
- 2
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
2012 Freightliner Century Class recalls 2
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
- Dtna is recalling certain model year 2008-2012 freightliner; cascadia, century class, columbia, and coronado, certain model year 2008-2009 sterling; a-line and l-line and certain model year 2009-2012 western star constellation vehicles, manufactured from january 14, 2008, through june 15, 2011, built with detroit diesel 15 or 16 engines. The bolt attaching a rubber isolator to a support bracket may become loose and back out, potentially contacting an un-fused starter cable and creating a short circuit.
- The risk
- A short circuit between an un-fused battery cable and chassis ground could result in a vehicle fire.
- The fix
- Dealers will install a new bolt and isolator and repair the recreational vehicles free of charge. The safety recall began on december 21, 2011. Owners may contact dtna at 1-800-547-0712.
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Freightliner Century Class: every year compared
All Century Class years2012 Freightliner Century Class vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 Freightliner Century Class | 0 | 2 | D | |
| 2012 Freightliner Cascadia | 17 | 19 | C | Compare |
| 2012 Freightliner Business Class M2 | 4 | 12 | C | Compare |
| 2012 Freightliner M2 | 2 | 9 | D | Compare |
| 2012 Freightliner 114SD | 2 | 8 | C | Compare |
| 2012 Freightliner B2 Bus Chassis | 2 | 0 | - | 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 2012 Freightliner Century Class
Does the 2012 Freightliner Century Class have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2012 Freightliner Century Class: equipment (December 2017); cables (June 2011). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.
How many complaints has the 2012 Freightliner Century Class had?
None have been filed with NHTSA so far.
Is the 2012 Freightliner Century Class a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 39 out of 100 (grade D: more problems than a typical Freightliner Century Class 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 Century Class years have the most complaints?
2005 (5), 2003 (2), 2006 (2). See every Freightliner Century Class year compared.
What should I do if my 2012 Freightliner Century Class 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