NHTSA Recall 04V590000: Driveline (power train)
FREIGHTLINER LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 1,095 vehicles. It affects 6 models including the Freightliner Century.
| NHTSA campaign | 04V590000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | FL-436 |
| Component | POWER TRAIN › DRIVELINE |
| Report received | December 15, 2004 |
| Owner notification | April 4, 2005 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
On certain vehicles, there is a defect in the interaxle driveline yokes. The bolt holes located on the earwork of the male shaft yokes were manufactured with an oversized minor thread diameter.
Safety risk
This condition allows the bolts used in the holes to become detached which could result in a driveline separation. Driveline separation could result in a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the suspect male shaft yokes. The recall began on april 4, 2005. Owners should contact freightliner at 1-800-547-0712.
Notes
Freightliner recall no. Fl-436.customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration?s auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Vehicles covered by recall 04V590000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Freightliner Century | 2004 |
| Freightliner Columbia | 2004 |
| Freightliner Fld | 2004 |
| Sterling AT9500 | 2004 |
| Sterling LT9500 | 2004 |
| Western Star 4900EX | 2004 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.