2006 Freightliner Century Problems
- Complaints
- 6filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 38,000miles, 5 complaints with mileage
- Recalls
- 8campaigns on record
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
Sources: NHTSA records for the 2006 Freightliner Century (complaints, recalls, investigations). Report an error
NHTSA recorded 6 consumer complaints for the 2006 Freightliner Century. The part named most often is engine cooling, with 4 complaints (67% of the total), followed by steering (2) and air bags (1). 5 of the complaints include a mileage, and 60% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 38,000 miles. Of all complaints, 3 an injury, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 8 recall campaigns and 109 technical service bulletins for this model year. Engine cooling complaints overlap with 2 recall campaigns covering the diesel and 12 technical service bulletins filed under the same part. Steering complaints overlap with 2 recall campaigns and 2 technical service bulletins filed under the same part.
This model year has fewer than 25 complaints on record, so the numbers below can change a lot with a few new reports.
Which parts are reported most
Complaints can name more than one part, so the counts add up to more than the total. Select a part to see its complaints, recalls and bulletins.
- Engine cooling4 67%
- Steering2 33%
- Air bags1 17%
- Suspension1 17%
Example complaints
Engine cooling: “Freightliner Century with 14l 60 series engine has had exhaust manifold replaced twice. Both new manifolds still leaking exhaust. Cannot close vents in truck. No option to close vents on switch panel. Exhaust coming into cab. Clean air intake for cab is under the hood in the direct line of manifold leakage.”
NHTSA complaint #10158761, filed 2006-06, 38,000 milesSteering: “I purchased truck 11/2010 truck drove fine for the first yr. Pulling very light freight always the truck became very hard to control. Truck dances, hops, bounce etc. I have had suspension work done and the prob has not improved. I don't get irregular tire wear no physical signs that can be seen, just poor performance. I would not buy another one. The engine/ trans, no complaints, only the drivability.”
NHTSA complaint #10667201, filed 2014-12Air bags: “The contact owns a 2006 Freightliner. In september 2006 the contact stated that the srs light illuminated on the dashboard. The failure was a computer glitch, and reprogrammed the computer. The srs light illuminated again in december 2006. The dealer repaired the tensioner and the air bags. In february 2007 the failure recurred once again and the vehicle was taken to the dealer, where the clock spring/steering sensor was replaced. In march 2007 the failure recurred, and the dealer performed a service involving the air bag module/occupant restraint. The light illuminated again at 33,500 miles. …”
NHTSA complaint #10189241, filed 2007-04, 28,000 milesMileage when problems were reported
60% of the 5 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 28,000 and 145,000 miles.
Complaints by year filed
Fewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
Recalls and investigations
- 12V074000Feb 28, 2012Engine and engine cooling › Engine › DieselCovers: Freightliner Century 2006–2013, Columbia 2006–2013, Business Class M2 2006–2013 +7 more
Daimler trucks (dtna) is recalling certain model year 2006-2013 freightliner, sterling, and western star vehicles, equipped with detroit diesel epa07 and epa10, dd13 and dd15/16 engines, manufactured from january 20, 2006, through february 20, 2012. The pump…
- 11V514000Oct 13, 2011Steering › Rack and pinionCovers: Freightliner Century 2005–2011, Columbia 2005–2011, Classic 2005–2011 +2 more
Daimler trucks is recalling certain model year 2005-2011 freightliner cascadia, columbia, century, coronado, and classic xl trucks manufactured from november 1, 2004, through june 15, 2010 for the rack and pinion steering system. The lower pinion bearing may…
- 11V465000Sep 8, 2011Electronic stability control (esc)Covers: Freightliner Century 2006–2012, Columbia 2006–2012, Sterling A-Line 2006–2012 +3 more
Daimler trucks is recalling certain model year 2006-2012 freightliner business class m2, cascadia, century, columbia, coronado and sterling a-line vehicles built with meritor wabco electronic stability control (esc) system manufactured from september 15…
- 11V146000Mar 3, 2011Engine and engine coolingCovers: Freightliner Century 2006–2011, Columbia 2006–2011, Western Star 4900 2006–2011 +4 more
Daimler trucks (dtna) is recalling certain model year 2006 through 2011 freightliner, cascadia, century, columbia fld, and m2, sterling 9500, and western star 4900 heavy trucks manufactured from march 20, 2006, through june 30, 2010, equipped with specific…
- 09V391000Oct 6, 2009Fuel system, gasoline › Delivery › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittingsCovers: Freightliner Century 2006–2010, Columbia 2006–2010, Western Star 4900 2006–2010 +4 more
Daimler trucks is recalling certain model year 2006 through 2010 heavy trucks manufactured between january 17, 2006 and march 31, 2009, equipped with epa07 model mbe4000 engines built with plastic low pressure fuel lines. The plastic lines may experience…
- 09V357000Sep 16, 2009Steering › Rack and pinionCovers: Freightliner Century 2005–2010, Cascadia 2006–2010, Columbia 2007–2010
Daimler trucks is recalling certain model year 2005 through 2010 heavy duty trucks manufactured from october 29, 2005 through july 3, 2009. Under certain condition, the left hand inner tie rod end may loosen over time and if not corrected, potentially…
See all 8 recalls for the 2006 Freightliner Century → · Check a VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls
Technical service bulletins
TSBs are manufacturer notes to dealers about known repair procedures. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault. 109 on record; the latest 10 are shown.
- 10163599Aug 7, 2019Equipment. Warranty Information Letter sent to customers regarding new refrigerator supplier for returning parts.
- 10163511Aug 5, 2019Body and structure. Warranty Information Letter - Expanded guidelines for paint-related claims sent out to Freightliner, Western star, Thomas Built Bus, Export and Direct warranty customers
- 10161128Apr 30, 2019Steering. Steering Intermediate Shaft Replacement
- 10154899Dec 17, 2018Steering. Important Campaign Information on FL614 Recall
- 10195478Jun 28, 2018Electrical system. SS 1033638 - Power Window Express Down Module Discontinued
- 10141697Feb 26, 2018Fuel system. sb2057 New Surge Tank Design
- 10128709Dec 25, 2017Equipment. Computer Hook-Up Standard Diagnostic Time Update
- 10128713Dec 21, 2017Equipment. 17CSA25 New Method for Uploading Diagnostic Log Files to the CSC
- 10128712Dec 14, 2017Equipment. 17CSA24 Holiday Schedule for the Detroit Customer Support Center
- 10128708Dec 11, 2017Equipment. OWL Enhancement Service Model Field
Other model years of the Freightliner Century
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | 6 | 38,000 | 8 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 2000 | 15 | 50,000 | 6 | — | — | — | Stable |
| 1999 | 6 | — | 7 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 1998 | 9 | 54,950 | 5 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
All Freightliner Century model years
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 2006 Freightliner Century have?
NHTSA recorded 6 consumer complaints for the 2006 Freightliner Century as of Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 2006 Freightliner Century is reported most often?
Engine cooling is named most often, in 4 complaints (67% of the total), followed by steering with 2.
Has the 2006 Freightliner Century been recalled?
NHTSA lists 8 recall campaigns for this model year. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
At what mileage are problems with the 2006 Freightliner Century reported?
Among the 5 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 38,000 miles and the middle half falls between 28,000 and 145,000 miles; 60% were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles.
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
Complaint counts come from NHTSA’s public complaint database; we count each complaint once. The source records for this vehicle are on nhtsa.gov. Scores and trends are our own summaries of that data, described in the methodology. This page is not legal, safety or repair advice: for a specific vehicle, check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and ask a qualified mechanic. See an error? Tell us.