NHTSA Recall 07V532000: Motor (visibility)
FREIGHTLINER LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 5,000 vehicles. It affects 3 models including the Freightliner Century ST.
| NHTSA campaign | 07V532000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | FL-515 |
| Component | VISIBILITY › WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER › MOTOR |
| Report received | November 13, 2007 |
| Owner notification | May 13, 2008 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
On certain trucks, the wiper motor ground wire was omitted in a new harness design. The wiper motor may not operate or may function intermittently.
Safety risk
The wiper motor may stop functioning, in certain conditions, this could impair visibility and a crash could occur if the vehicle is not safely stopped.
Remedy
Dealers will add a ground wire to the wiper motor harness. The recall began on may 13, 2008. Owners may contact freightliner at 1-800-547-0712.
Notes
Freightliner recall no. Fl-515.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 07V532000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Freightliner Century ST | 2008 |
| Freightliner Columbia | 2008 |
| Freightliner Coronado | 2008 |
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.