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2003 Freightliner Century recalls

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

2 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026

For the 2003 Freightliner Century. These apply to the model and year, not to one particular vehicle: check your VIN to see whether yours is included and whether it has been repaired.

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2003 Freightliner Century recalls, newest first

May 4, 2004NHTSA 04V20500014,000 vehicles potentially affected

Power train › Manual transmission

Summary
On certain trucks equipped with manual transmission, the tapered joint that attaches the shifter to the transmission may become loose making it difficult to put the transmission into gear.
Consequence
If shift lever detachment occurs, tha ability ro accelerate ot maintain speed will be lost, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will re-secure the shift lever to the transmission using threadlock and re-torquing the fastening bolt. Owner notification began on may 21, 2004. Owners should contact freightliner at 1-800-547-0712.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

December 4, 2003NHTSA 03V500000400 vehicles potentially affected

Service brakes, air

Summary
On certain trucks equipped with air brakes, the plastic push-to-connect air line fitting cartridge could be improperly welded into the nylon junction block housing allowing an air line to become disconnected.
Consequence
This could lead to reduced brake control, loss of service brake control, or the emergency brakes automatically applying, possibly resulting in a crash without prior warning.
Remedy
Dealers will install a new cab air manifold. Owner notification is expected to begin on January 21, 2004. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact freightliner at 800-547-0712.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

Owner complaints

Owners have filed 4 complaints about the 2003 Freightliner Century with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public; NHTSA uses them to decide what to investigate.

Crashes reported
0
Fires reported
1
Injuries reported
0
Deaths reported
0

Most complained-about components

  1. Engine and engine cooling › Engine1
  2. Tires › Sidewall1
  3. Tires › Tread/belt1
  4. Vehicle speed control › Accelerator pedal1

Other Freightliner Century years

Other 2003 Freightliner models

Most recalled 2003 vehicles

  1. 2003 Honda Accord (24 recalls)
  2. 2003 Honda Civic (24 recalls)
  3. 2003 Honda Odyssey (15 recalls)
  4. 2003 Subaru Outback (15 recalls)
  5. 2003 Subaru Legacy (15 recalls)
All of 2003’s most recalled vehicles

Questions

Does the 2003 Freightliner Century have any recalls?
2 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: power train, service brakes, air. Recalls apply to the model and year; whether a particular vehicle is included, and whether it has been repaired, depends on its VIN.
How do I check if my 2003 Freightliner Century recall has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or ask a Freightliner dealer. Recall repairs are free. NHTSA's VIN search doesn't list recalls that were already repaired.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2003 Freightliner Century?
4 complaints filed with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public that NHTSA uses to decide what to investigate.