NHTSA Recall 05V126000: Fan (engine and engine cooling)
FREIGHTLINER LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 3,568 vehicles. It affects 4 models including the Freightliner Business Class M2.
| NHTSA campaign | 05V126000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | FL-439 |
| Component | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING › COOLING SYSTEM › FAN |
| Report received | March 30, 2005 |
| Owner notification | June 8, 2005 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
On certain trucks and fire trucks equipped with kys 4735-43782-02 engine cooling fans and built on caterpillar 3126, c7, mbe906, mbe926, or cummins isc engines, the steel fan insert on the cooling fans can crack.
Safety risk
This can result in fan breakage, resulting in vehicle damage or personal injury.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the engine cooling fan free of charge. The recall began on june 8, 2005. Owners may contact freightliner at 1-800-547-0712.
Notes
Freightliner recall no. Fl-439.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 05V126000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Freightliner Business Class M2 | 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004 |
| Sterling A-Line | 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004 |
| Sterling Acterra | 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004 |
| Sterling L-Line | 2001, 2002, 2003, 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.