The 2017 Freightliner Columbia has 15 electrical parts with verified fitment on this page — 4 part types and 6 brands, covering the 14.9L L6 DIESEL Turbocharged engine. Each part includes a manufacturer part number and application notes.
On the 2017 Freightliner Columbia, the electrical system covers charging, starting and the sensors and modules the vehicle relies on, from alternator and starter to oxygen sensors. Most of the listed parts are Alternator / Generator (6 parts), Battery (5 parts) and Starter Motor (3 parts). The other 1 part type covers the remaining 1 part.
Every part on this page is matched to the 14.9L L6 DIESEL Turbocharged — the only engine offered in the 2017 Freightliner Columbia.
The most listed brands for 2017 Freightliner Columbia electrical parts are WAI GLOBAL (9 parts), FVP (2 parts) and ACDELCO (1 part), plus 3 more brands.
3 parts on this 2017 Freightliner Columbia page carry a "Popular" badge — the source catalog's flag for options frequently chosen for this vehicle — including WAI GLOBAL 12716N (Alternator / Generator) and FVP P31TAGM (Battery). Click any part number to see every vehicle that part fits.
Alternator / Generator
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WAI GLOBAL Popular | 12716N | 🇲🇽 MX | Does Not Include Pulley | View on Amazon |
| WAI GLOBAL Popular | 8681N | 🇲🇽 MX | Does Not Include Pulley | View on Amazon |
| WAI GLOBAL | 8719N | 🇲🇽 MX | Does Not Include Pulley | View on Amazon |
| WAI GLOBAL | 8741N | 🇲🇽 MX | Does Not Include Pulley | View on Amazon |
| WAI GLOBAL | 8614N | 🇲🇽 MX | Does Not Include Pulley | View on Amazon |
| WAI GLOBAL | 8912N | 🇲🇽 MX | Does Not Include Pulley | View on Amazon |
This table covers the alternators that charge the battery and run the electrical load. Typical signs include dim lights at idle, a battery lamp, or a growl from the charging pulley. Load-test the battery and inspect the belt and grounds — a bad ground mimics a failed alternator.
WAI GLOBAL supplies the 6 Alternator / Generator parts for the 2017 Freightliner Columbia. WAI GLOBAL 12716N carries the "Popular" badge.
Part numbers include WAI GLOBAL 12716N, WAI GLOBAL 8681N and WAI GLOBAL 8719N, among others listed above.
Battery
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FVP Popular | P31TAGM | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Platinum AGMBCI Group: 31T | View on Amazon |
| ACDELCO | 31XAGMT | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | AGMBCI Group: 31 | View on Amazon |
| EXIDE | XRF31D | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | RoadforceBCI Group 31 | View on Amazon |
| FVP | PC318STAGM | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Platinum AGM | View on Amazon |
| MOTORCRAFT | BHAGM31 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Fleettough/ExtraBCI Group: 31 | View on Amazon |
This table covers the batteries listed by group size and specification. Typical signs include slow cranking, a battery lamp, or a no-start after the vehicle sat overnight. Confirm group size and terminal layout in the notes. Clean the posts and the ground before condemning the battery.
5 Battery parts for the 2017 Freightliner Columbia come from 4 brands — FVP, ACDELCO, EXIDE and 1 other brand. The "Popular" part is FVP P31TAGM.
Part numbers include FVP P31TAGM, ACDELCO 31XAGMT and EXIDE XRF31D, among others listed above.
Speed Sensor
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DORMAN | 9047373 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Eaton Fuller trans.4 Pin Connector | View on Amazon |
This table covers the speed sensors on the transmission, transfer case or ABS ring. Typical signs include a dead speedometer, harsh transmission shifts, or a code for vehicle speed. Inspect the tone wheel and the connector before replacing the sensor.
This group shows a single part: DORMAN 9047373.
Starter Motor
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WAI GLOBAL | 6924N | 🇲🇽 MX | Engine Code ISX 15.0Optional Replacement | View on Amazon |
| WAI GLOBAL | 6911N | 🇲🇽 MX | Engine Code ISX 15.0 | View on Amazon |
| WAI GLOBAL | 34043N | 🇲🇽 MX | Engine Code ISX 15.0 | View on Amazon |
This table covers the starter motors that crank the engine. Typical signs include no motion, a squeal, or a motor that only runs on one speed. Confirm power, ground and the control module before replacing the motor.
WAI GLOBAL supplies the 3 Starter Motor parts for the 2017 Freightliner Columbia.
Part numbers include WAI GLOBAL 6924N, WAI GLOBAL 6911N and WAI GLOBAL 34043N.
Buying Electrical Parts for a 2017 Freightliner Columbia
On this vehicle, the electrical system covers charging, starting and the sensors and modules the vehicle relies on, from alternator and starter to oxygen sensors.
- Confirm you have the 14.9L L6 DIESEL Turbocharged engine — every part on this page is matched to it.
- Read the notes on each row for position, trim and spec qualifiers before you order.
- Where labor overlaps, clean or renew the battery terminals and grounds with any charging-system repair.
- Cross-reference the manufacturer part number against your old part or a service-manual listing.
Start with the largest groups on this page: Alternator / Generator and Battery .
Frequently Asked Questions
How many electrical parts fit the 2017 Freightliner Columbia?
Our catalog currently lists 15 electrical parts for the 2017 Freightliner Columbia across 4 subcategories and 6 brands, covering the 14.9L L6 DIESEL Turbocharged engine. Each part is matched to the engine(s) it fits.
What are the signs of electrical problems on a 2017 Freightliner Columbia?
Common symptoms include slow cranking on cold mornings, a battery light that flickers, dim lights at idle, or a check-engine code pointing at a sensor circuit. If you notice any of these, identify the affected subcategory above and cross-reference the part numbers listed.
What should I replace at the same time?
Where labor overlaps, clean or renew the battery terminals and grounds with any charging-system repair.
What do the market flags (US, CA, MX) on each part mean?
They show the market for which the manufacturer published application data for that part — where the vehicle was first sold, not where the part was made. If your 2017 Freightliner Columbia was originally sold in the US, the safest choice is a part marked for the US market.
How do I make sure a part fits my 2017 Freightliner Columbia?
Every part on this page is matched to the 14.9L L6 DIESEL Turbocharged engine. Then test before replacing — a failed alternator and a bad ground can look identical, and sensors are frequently condemned for wiring faults. The notes column carries position and trim qualifiers where they apply.
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