NHTSA Recall 06V030000
NHTSA Campaign Id 06V030000; Date: Feb. 8, 2006
The oil line may be cut on the cylinder head causing an oil leak and a possible fire.
Recalled Vehicles:
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; 2004 Sterling A-line; 2005 Sterling A-line; 2006 Sterling A-line; 2004 Sterling L-line; 2005 Sterling L-line; 2006 Sterling L-line; 2004 Western Star 4900; 2005 Western Star 4900; 2006 Western Star 4900; 2004 Western Star 6900; 2005 Western Star 6900; 2006 Western Star 6900
Component: Engine And Engine Cooling
Manufactured by: Freightliner Llc
Affected Units:: 5,771
Recall Summary:
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.
How to Fix:
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 Notes:
Freightliner recall no. Fl-471. Customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Apr 17, 2006
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