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2010-2011 Freightliner Argosy, Freightliner Cascadia and others recall: leaf spring assembly

Daimler Trucks North America reported this safety recall on February 23, 2011. It covers about 4,977 vehicles.

vehicles affected
4,977
reported
Feb 23, 2011
owners notified
Jul 14, 2011

Suspension: rear: springs: leaf spring assembly

What is wrong
Daimler trucks is recalling certain model year 2010 and 2011 argosy, cascadia, and cornoado heavy trucks manufactured from january 4, 2010, through november 30, 2010, equipped with 40k airliner suspensions. The rear suspension may fracture through the center bolt hole after vehicle assembly.
Risk
If undetected, over time the rear end of the spring may separate from the vehicle causing a hazardous road debris situation, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Daimler trucks will notify owners and dealers will replace the mono leaf springs free of charge. Daimler trucks will send an interim letter to owners informing them of the recall. The safety recall is expected to begin on or about august 5, 2011. Owners may contact daimler trucks at 1‑800‑547‑0712.

Recall number 11V109000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 11V109000

Is there a recall on the 2010-2011 Freightliner Argosy, Freightliner Cascadia and others leaf spring assembly?

Yes. Recall 11V109000, reported on February 23, 2011, covers about 4,977 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 11V109000?

Daimler trucks will notify owners and dealers will replace the mono leaf springs free of charge. Daimler trucks will send an interim letter to owners informing them of the recall. The safety recall is expected to begin on or about august 5, 2011. Owners may contact daimler trucks at 1‑800‑547‑0712.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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