2004 Freightliner Century Class Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Jul 11, 2024 · 1 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other Century Class years
Not enough data 4th of 20 for complaints
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 2004 Freightliner Century Class. That ranks 4th out of 20 Century Class model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is engine and engine cooling (1 complaints, 100%). Complaints mention 1 fire. There are 2 safety recalls covering this model year. NHTSA has opened 1 defect investigation involving it.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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Most common 2004 Freightliner Century Class problems

Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.

Engine and Engine Cooling1
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Engine and Engine Cooling1100%———

One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.

2004 Freightliner Century Class recalls (2)

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EquipmentDec 15, 2017 · NHTSA campaign 17V810000 · 24,860 vehicles

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

Risk: In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.

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.

Engine and engine coolingSep 23, 2009 · NHTSA campaign 09V366000 · 25,362 vehicles

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.

Risk: An oil leak may result in a fire.

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.

To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.

NHTSA defect investigations

  • Daimler Trucks North America Recalls (AQ18002) — opened Apr 23, 2018, closed Jul 11, 2024.

Recent owner reports

Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.

2004 freightliner century, vehicle caught fire.*bf according to the police report, the truck had engine trouble. The driver complained of leg and shoulder injury when he jumped from the truck. (ohio traffic crash report # 10-0397-91)*jb updated 09/13/10*bf

Engine and Engine Cooling · received Aug 30, 2010 · NHTSA complaint 10353151

Other Freightliner Century Class years

← 2003 Century Class · 2005 Century Class →

YearComplaintsRecalls
2017 Century Class01
2016 Century Class01
2015 Century Class01
2014 Century Class01
2013 Century Class01
2012 Century Class02
2011 Century Class03
2010 Century Class04
2009 Century Class04
2008 Century Class05
2007 Century Class04
2006 Century Class25
2005 Century Class54
200412
2003 Century Class21
2002 Century Class01
2001 Century Class10
2000 Century Class10
1999 Century Class10
1998 Century Class10

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2004 Freightliner Century Class?

Owners most often report engine and engine cooling problems. The top one, engine and engine cooling, accounts for 1 complaint.

Was there a recall on the 2004 Freightliner Century Class?

Yes, 2 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.

Was the 2004 Freightliner Century Class a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Century Class model years, the 2004 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.