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2005 Freightliner FLD Engine problems

No owner has filed a complaint about the 2005 Freightliner FLD's engine & cooling with NHTSA. Stalling, loss of power, oil consumption, overheating, head gaskets, timing chains and engine failure.

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Engine recalls for the 2005 Freightliner FLD

Engine and engine cooling

09V36600025,362 vehicles affected

The problem
Daimler trucks is recalling model year 2004-2010 trucks equipped with caterpillar c15 engine. The variable valve actuation oil line may rub against the p-clips retaining the oil line, causing an oil leak.
The risk
AN OIL LEAK MAY RESULT IN A FIRE.
The fix
Daimler trucks is working with caterpillar to remedy these vehicles. Please see caterpillar's defect report 09e-020. Caterpillar will inspect and repair the necessary components free of charge. The recall began on may 5, 2009. Owners may contact caterpillar toll-free at 1-800-447-4986 or daimler trucks at 1-800-547-0712.

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