2004 Freightliner Argosy
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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Recalls
2 recalls name the 2004 Freightliner Argosy. Newest first.
Daimler trucks IS recalling model year 2004-2010 trucks equipped with caterpillar C15 engine. the variable valve actuation oil line may rub against the p-clips retaining the oil line, causing an oil leak.
Risk and remedy
Risk
An oil leak may result in a fire.
Remedy
Daimler trucks IS working with caterpillar to remedy these vehicles. please see caterpillar's defect report 09e-020. caterpillar will inspect and repair the necessary components free of charge. the recall began on may 5, 2009. owners may contact caterpillar toll-free at 1-800-447-4986 or daimler trucks at 1-800-547-0712.
Certain freightliner school bus chassis, heavy trucks, and thomas built school buses manufactured between july 2002 and july 3, 2007, equipped with bendix SR-7 spring brake control valves. the parker scv brass 90 degree single check valves (scv) which attach to the supply port of a bendix SR-7 spring brake modulating valve can break apart. pieces of the…
Risk and remedy
Risk
These conditions could either result in leakage and cause a delay in the application of the spring brake without warning or possibly lead to unintended vehicle rollaway or brake drag which could result in a vehicle crash, personal injury, or death.
Remedy
Freightliner will notify owners and repair the vehicles free of charge. the recall began on january 11, 2008 to freightliner, sterling, and freightliner custom chassis owners; to thomas built bus owners on february 1, 2008. owners can contact freightliner at 1-800-547-0712.
Service bulletins
Technical service bulletins and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about this vehicle. Ask a dealer for the full document by its number.
- 10195659SS 1032974 High Oil Pressure on 2017 DTNA Vehicles Instrument Cluster Display
- 10195478SS 1033638 - Power Window Express Down Module Discontinued
- 10187830Revised Technical Service Letter for Series 60 and Series 50 Camshaft Timing Specifications. Camshaft timing, valve lash, injector height, and Jake Brake lash are all very important specifications that must be followed closely in order to optimize the performance and service life of any Detroit Diesel engine.
- 10184785Revised Freightliner Service Bulletin for Axle Flange Gasket Replaced with O-Ring. Revision removed steps instructing removal and installation of wheels. Daimler Trucks North America has released a new axle shaft to hub rubber O-ring (part number 11-30728-000) as a replacement for the paper gasket (part number 11-14418-000). The new O-ring will provide better sealing and is reusable. It is quicker and easier to use compared to the paper gasket, because using a paper gasket requires cleaning the hub when the axle shaft is removed.
- 10181759Updated Freightliner Service Bulletin for Powernet Troubleshooting Guide - Batteries, Path, Alternator, and Starter. This bulletin replaces the version dated 5/31/2017. Information is added about the BCT-460DTNA PowerNet Assessment Tool. When troubleshooting Powernet issues, use the BCT-460DTNA PowerNet Assessment Tool. As of May 29, 2018, the AutoMeter is the only Daimler-approved tool for troubleshooting vehicle Powernet issues.
- 10181049Freightliner Service Bulletin for Axle Flange Gasket Replaced with O-Ring. Daimler Trucks North America has released a new axle shaft to hub rubber O-ring (part number 11-30728-000) as a replacement for the paper gasket (part number 11-14418-000). The new O-ring will provide better sealing and is reusable. It is quicker and easier to use compared to the paper gasket, because using a paper gasket requires cleaning the hub when the axle shaft is removed.
- 10163599Warranty Information Letter sent to customers regarding new refrigerator supplier for returning parts.
- 10163511Warranty Information Letter - Expanded guidelines for paint-related claims sent out to Freightliner, Western star, Thomas Built Bus, Export and Direct warranty customers
- 10160786Service Bulletin- sb54311 ICU Odometer Programming
- 10160773fp00024 Cable-Tie Reference
- 10158020Fuel Level Sending Unit Retrofit
- 10156370Technical Publications Ordering
- 10156368Fuel Level Sending Unit Retrofit
- 10156351Reminder: Paper Service Bulletin Mailings Are Discontinued
- 10154916Service Information Bulletin- Exhaust Gas Recirculation Crossover Pipe
- 10154915Service Information Bulletin
- 10154914Service Information Bulletin- Oil Present at the Turbocharger Compressor Housing
- 10151510Operating Hours for the Customer Assistance Center
- 10142300sb9815 Paint Finish Standards
- 1014228533-28 - Bearing Spacer Replacement, ConMet PreSet Steer Hubs
- 1014228435-30 - Bearing Spacer Replacement, ConMet PreSet Drive Hubs
- 10142075sb60152 Argosy Cab Water-Leak Detection and Repair
- 10142073sb54215 ICU4M Missing VORAD Information or Reporting Fault SA 42 SPN FMI 07
- 10141930sb54290 Guidelines for Repairing or Replacing an Electrical Harness
- 10141768sb98020 Axalta Paint Finish CareB
- 10141760sb54296 Fuel Level Sending Unit RetrofitB
- 10141755sb54202 Rerouting the DDEC IV Relative-Humidity-Sensor Harness
- 10141753sb54194 Required Maintenance for Freightliner-Branded and Delco Cassette Players
- 10141752sb54148 Radio and Integrated Thin-Film Antenna Troubleshooting, and Field Service UpdatesB
- 10141751sb54122 ICU3 Service Cluster AvailableB
- 10141750sb54109 RAMI Antenna
- 10141740sb31034 Towing ProceduresB
- 10141732sb4267 Brake Shimmy?Meritor SteeLite X30? Brake Drum with Excessive RunoutB
- 10141711sb2074 Kysor Fan Clutch Rocking Runout Inspection
- 10141702sb2063 Coolant Filter Inspection Procedure, DD13 DD15 DD16 Only
- 10141691sb2050 Surge-Tank Cap Replacement
- 10141687sb2046 ABA Hose Clamp Torque Values
- 10141686sb2045 New Surge Tank Cap
- 10141647fp47019 25-Inch Diameter Fuel Tanks
- 10140918sb3131 Huck-Spin 2 Changeover
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