Freightliner · Canada · High
Freightliner Columbia, Business Class M2 +1 more: Powertrain
Affects Freightliner Columbia, Business Class M2, Century · 2003–2004 — about 741 vehicles.
The hazard
On certain vehicles, the tapered joint that attaches the shifter to the transmission may separate making it difficult to put the transmission into gear. The driver may not be able to engage a transmission gear, which would eliminate engine braking and disable the vehicle from moving under its own power. Correction: Dealer will re-secure the shift lever to the transmission.
What to do
Contact your dealer; the remedy details were not included in the filing.
Critical — crash/injury risk now
High — injury risk; see remedy
Moderate — fix at next service
Low — minor / informational