MYRModel Year Report

2005 Freightliner Century

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2005 Freightliner Century
RENDERED 2026-08-02T11:16:30.646Z

Only 2 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

Only 2 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Freightliner Century Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2005 highlighted. 1995: 0 complaints 1995 1996: 0 complaints 1997: 4 complaints 1998: 9 complaints 1998 1999: 6 complaints 2000: 15 complaints 2001: 4 complaints 2001 2002: 0 complaints 2003: 4 complaints 2004: 2 complaints 2004 2005: 2 complaints 2005 2006: 6 complaints 2007: 0 complaints 2007 2008: 1 complaints 2009: 0 complaints 2010: 0 complaints 2010 2011: 0 complaints 2012: 0 complaints 2013: 0 complaints 2013
2005: 2 complaints
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YearComplaints
19950
19960
19974
19989
19996
200015
20014
20020
20034
20042
20052
20066
20070
20081
20090
20100
20110
20120
20130

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 2 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

TIRES

2 of 2 total reports mention: tires.

Show complaint excerpts

2005 FREIGHTLINER CENTURY HAD A TIRE BLOW OUT AND ANOTHER MOTORIST STRUCK IT. *BF OHIO TRAFFIC CRASH REPORT # 10-0546-89. UPDATED 04/14/10 *BF

NHTSA ODI report, 20100324

2005 FREIGHTLINER CENTURY TIRE BLEW OUT AND ANOTHER MOTORIST STUCK IT. *BF OHIO TRAFFIC CRASH REPORT# 10-0545-89.*JB

NHTSA ODI report, 20100324

SAFETY TIMELINE

I 20090831 — PE (closed 20091119)

RACK AND PINION FAILURE

R 20100205 — steering

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 MA

Remedy: DAIMLER TRUCKS WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND THE VEHICLES WILL BE REPAIRED FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON FEBRUARY 5, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DAIMLER TRUCKS TOLL-FREE AT 1-800-547-0712.

Campaign 09V357000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20120706 — steering

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 RAC

Remedy: DAIMLER TRUCKS WILL INSPECT THE LOWER BEARING FOR CORROSION. IF CORROSION IS FOUND, THE RACK AND PINION SYSTEM WILL BE REPLACED. IF NO CORROSION IS FOUND, ON THE BEARING, THE BEARING WILL BE PACKED

Campaign 11V514000 — check if this car was fixed

I 20180423 — AQ (closed 20240711)

Daimler Trucks North America Recalls

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2005 Freightliner Century — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for tires issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 09V357000 (steering) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 11V514000 (steering) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2005 Freightliner Century reliable?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.

What are the most common problems with the 2005 Freightliner Century?

The most-reported component is tires, accounting for 100% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2005 Freightliner Century have?

2 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.