2011 Freightliner Argosy

Recalls

1 recall names the 2011 Freightliner Argosy. Newest first.

• Suspension › Rear › Springs › Leaf spring assembly

  Feb 23, 2011NHTSA 11V1090004,977 vehicles

  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 and remedy

  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.

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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
• 10190551Warranty Information letter announcing that DTNA is increasing the Standard Diagnostic Times (SDTs) shown. The updated after treatment system (ATS) diesel exhaust fluid (DEF) pump times will be applied to repair orders opened on or after April 12, 2021.
• 10190549Warranty Information Letter announcing DTNA is adjusting the Standard Repair Times (SRTs) shown. The updated times will be applied to repair orders opened on or after April 5, 2021.
• 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.
• 10173894Service Bulletin for Lengthening the Backup Light Harness. Though the backup light harness is long enough to connect to the backup light switch, it may be short enough that the wire seals in the connector can be stressed. Moisture entering through the seals can cause corrosion, resulting in a bad connection and/or failure of the switch. As a result, backup lights and, if equipped, the backup alarm, may not function when the vehicle is shifted into reverse.
• 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
• 10156220SS 1034171 Airliner Rear Suspension Chassis Lean Troubleshooting
• 10154916Service Information Bulletin- Exhaust Gas Recirculation Crossover Pipe
• 10154915Service Information Bulletin
• 10154914Service Information Bulletin- Oil Present at the Turbocharger Compressor Housing
• 10153391Towing Procedures
• 10151617Service Bulletin 9812- Cab Surface Repair
• 10151613Service Bulletin 9817- Paint Supplier Change
• 10151609Service Bulletin 9818- Repainting Plastic Bumper Components
• 10151510Operating Hours for the Customer Assistance Center
• 10151452fp00020 Replacing Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) Certification Labels
• 10146290If a GVWR certification label is lost or damaged, Freightliner will supply a duplicate label. Log on to DTNAConnect.com and under "DTNAConnect Resources", select the "Tool and Services" plus sign. Select "Request for Certification Label or OWI." Fillout the form, then select "Review."
• 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

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