NHTSA Recall 05V001000: Seats
FREIGHTLINER LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 1,770 vehicles. It affects 2002–2004 Freightliner Columbia.
| NHTSA campaign | 05V001000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | FL-438 |
| Component | SEATS |
| Report received | January 3, 2005 |
| Owner notification | April 20, 2005 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
On certain trucks equipped with seats built by gra-mag, the seat pivot bolts can loosen and possibly fracture or dislodge, causing the seat back to fail to provide full support to the driver's back.
Safety risk
A possible vehicle crash could occur should the seat fall backwards during use.
Remedy
Dealers will repair these vehicles. The recall began on april 20, 2005. Owners may contact freightliner at 1-800-547-0712.
Notes
Freightliner recall no. Fl-438.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 05V001000
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.