2007 Freightliner Century Class S/T recalls and problems

The 2007 Freightliner Century Class S/T has 1 safety recall and 2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Freightliner dealer.

Recalls
1
Complaints
2
Crashes / fires
0 / 0
Injuries / deaths
2 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2007 Freightliner Century Class S/T vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2007 Freightliner Century Class S/T recalls

Recall 06V-205: Parking Brake

Reported Jun 12, 2006 · 5,243 vehicles affected · FREIGHTLINER LLC

Problem: Certain heavy trucks, shuttle buses, and school buses equipped with bendix modulated spring brake valves. A defect in the modulated spring brake valve casting may cause an intermittent delay in the application of the park brake.

Risk: The vehicle may rollaway without warning, possibly causing personal injury.

Fix: Freightliner will notify owners and replace the defective valves free of charge. The recall began on june 28, 2006 to freightliner, sterling, and fccc owners. Thomas built mailed letters to owners beginning july 27, 2006. This recall has been superseded (Replaced) by recall 07v302 (Fl-504).

2007 Freightliner Century Class S/T problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Engine and Engine Cooling1
Structure1

Most reported parts

  • Engine and Engine Cooling › Exhaust System — 1
  • Structure › Frame and Members › Underbody Shields — 1

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2007 Freightliner Century Class S/T complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Structure · reported Feb 5, 2013
Semi-annual inspection showed a crack in the frame rail that started in a thin area of the frame flange. This crack is just behind the left cab mount on the left frame rail. The crack extends completely through the flange and approximately 1 1/2" up the side of the frame rail. Had this gone unfound, it would have resulted in a completely split frame rail of the truck. Complete loss of control of vehicle and accident on a highway would have been the result. Daimler freightliner will not accept responsibility for this factory defect. Per mike eldrigde, "it is out of the 72 month, 750,000 mile…
Engine and Engine Cooling · reported Jan 12, 2007
Been getting burning eyes, headaches, blurred vision,muscle aches, can smell fumes coming into cab, about 4 hours into driving get very sleepy, this should not be going on. Been in this truck for 6 months. Spitting up a lot of flem, sinus problems pasr normal, never had these problems before.

Other Freightliner Century Class S/T years

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2007 Freightliner Century Class S/T have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2007 Freightliner Century Class S/T: 06V-205 (parking brake). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2007 Freightliner Century Class S/T?

Owners report engine and engine cooling problems most often (1 reports), followed by structure (1).

Are Freightliner recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Freightliner dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.