Freightliner Argosy — Lights And Instruments
High risk
Apr 14, 2020
Model years: 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
On certain trucks equipped with "Fleet Engineer" mud flaps, the bracket for the mud flaps may partially cover the rear reflective tape. Canadian regulations require that reflective
Also affects: Freightliner 122sd, Freightliner Business Class M2, Freightliner Cascadia, Freightliner Century, Freightliner Classic
Freightliner Argosy — Seats And Restraints
High risk
Nov 27, 2013
Model years: 2013
On certain trucks, the seat belts may not comply with Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 209 - Seat Belt Assemblies. Due to a defect in manufacturing, the seat belt buckle may no
Also affects: Freightliner 108sd, Freightliner 114sd, Freightliner 122sd, Freightliner Business Class M2, Freightliner Cascadia
Freightliner Argosy — Powertrain
High risk
Apr 27, 2011
Model years: 2011, 2012
On certain trucks, the driveshaft may not have been welded correctly during the manufacturing process. This could allow the driveshaft to fracture along the length of the tube seam
Also affects: Freightliner Business Class M2, Western Star 4900, Western Star 6900, Freightliner Cascadia
Freightliner Argosy — Engine
High risk
Sep 22, 2009
Model years: 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010
On certain vehicles equipped with a Caterpillar C15 engine, the Variable Valve Actuation (VVA) oil line may wear against the P-clip retaining the oil line. An oil leak could result
Also affects: Freightliner Century, Freightliner Columbia, Freightliner Coronado, Freightliner Fld, Sterling A-Line
Freightliner Argosy — Brakes
High risk
Mar 31, 2008
Model years: 2008
Certain vehicles may have been assembled with an incorrectly manufactured Bendix MV-3 dash control valve. If the double check valve becomes lodged, in the event of a primary reserv
Also affects: Freightliner Argosy Rhd, Freightliner Cascadia, Freightliner Century S/T, Freightliner Columbia, Freightliner Coronado
Freightliner Argosy — Steering
High risk
Dec 17, 2007
Model years: 2008
On certain trucks, an incorrectly manufactured steering gear sector shaft may cause the steering to "stick or bind". This could severely restrict the steering turning angle, possib
Also affects: Freightliner Business Class M2, Freightliner Cascadia, Freightliner Century S/T, Freightliner Classic, Freightliner Classic Xl
Freightliner Argosy — Other
High risk
Nov 7, 2007
Model years: 2006, 2007, 2008
On certain trucks, the fifth wheel hitch assembly's lever arm may have been incorrectly installed during the manufacturing process. The lever arm pivot bolt may have been over-tigh
Also affects: Freightliner Business Class M2, Freightliner Cascadia, Freightliner Century S/T, Freightliner Classic, Freightliner Classic Xl
Freightliner Argosy — Fuel System
High risk
Jul 24, 2007
Model years: 2007, 2008
On certain trucks, when the ignition key is in the 'ON' position, the pre-heater, located in the fuel filter base, is energized. If this pre-heater is energized while maintenance i
Also affects: Freightliner Business Class M2, Freightliner Century S/T, Freightliner Classic, Freightliner Classic Xl, Freightliner Columbia
Freightliner Argosy — Brakes
High risk
Jul 11, 2007
Model years: 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008
On certain vehicles, the internal rubber check valve inside the Bendix SR-7 spring brake modulating valve can become deformed over time. The effect of this defect is intermittent a
Also affects: Sterling Acterra, Freightliner Business Class M2, Freightliner Century S/T, Freightliner Columbia, Freightliner Custom Chassis (Fccc) B2 School Bus Chassis
Freightliner Argosy — Steering
High risk
Jun 26, 2007
Model years: 2005, 2006
On certain vehicles, the steering column may have been manufactured incorrectly. Two welds may have been omitted, which could cause the column to fail, possibly leading to a loss o
Also affects: Thomas Built Saf-T-Liner Fs-65 School Bus, Freightliner Century S/T, Freightliner Columbia, Freightliner Coronado
Freightliner Argosy — Other
High risk
Oct 17, 2006
Model years: 2007
On certain trucks, an improperly seated or missing u-joint snap ring for the inter-axle driveshaft assembly could allow a bearing cup to separate. The u-joint cross could then cont
Also affects: Freightliner Century S/T, Freightliner Columbia
Freightliner Argosy — Brakes
High risk
Jun 13, 2006
Model years: 2007
On certain vehicles, a defect in the modulated spring brake valve casting may cause an intermittent delay in the application of the park brake. This could cause the vehicle to roll
Also affects: Freightliner Cargo, Freightliner Century S/T, Freightliner Columbia, Freightliner Fld, Sterling Acterra
Freightliner Argosy — Electrical
High risk
Jun 5, 2006
Model years: 2005, 2006
On certain vehicles, the protective cover for the cab Power Distribution Module (PDM) may be missing or improperly installed. If the protective cover is missing or not positioned c
Also affects: Freightliner Century S/T, Freightliner Columbia, Freightliner Coronado
Freightliner Argosy — Suspension
High risk
Apr 19, 2006
Model years: 2004, 2005
On certain vehicles, the rear suspension transverse beam castings were not made to specifications. If a casting were to break when the vehicle is in motion, parts could become proj
Also affects: Freightliner Business Class M2, Western Star 6900, Western Star 4900, Freightliner Condor, American Lafrance Metropolitan
Freightliner Argosy — Suspension
High risk
Oct 18, 2005
Model years: 2005, 2006
On certain vehicles, the rear spindles may fracture as a result of incorrect heat treat process during vehicle assembly. Rear spindle failure could allow the wheel, tire, and brake
Also affects: Freightliner Business Class M2, Freightliner Century S/T, Freightliner Classic, Freightliner Columbia, Freightliner Coronado
Freightliner Argosy — Suspension
High risk
Jul 29, 2003
Model years: 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002
On certain vehicles, manufacturing defects in the front axle unitized hubs may cause premature spalling of the wheel bearings. This condition will lead to eventual breakdown of the
Also affects: Freightliner Business Class, Freightliner Century, Freightliner Columbia, Freightliner Flb, Freightliner Fld
Freightliner Argosy — Other
High risk
Jun 19, 2003
Model years: 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003
On certain vehicles, fatigue cracks can initiate in the weld joining the bracket pin to its mounting flange on the fifth wheel assembly. Weld failures could lead to the loss of the
Also affects: Freightliner Business Class, Freightliner Business Class M2, Freightliner Century S/T, Freightliner Classic, Freightliner Classic Xl
Freightliner Argosy — Other
High risk
Nov 21, 2002
Model years: 2002
On certain truck-tractor models equipped with ConMet Simplex stationary or sliding fifthwheels, the clinch pins that retain the fifthwheel pivot pins may not be fully installed. Co
Also affects: Freightliner Business Class, Freightliner Columbia, Freightliner Fl112, Freightliner Fl80, Freightliner Fld
Freightliner Argosy — Steering
High risk
Nov 1, 2002
Model years: 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001
The TRW tie rod and drag link ball stud ends contain bearings that are below the specified case depth and/or hardness. This can lead to premature wear out and a possible separation
Also affects: American Lafrance Eagle, American Lafrance Metropolitan, Freightliner Business Class, Freightliner Cargo, Freightliner Century
Freightliner Argosy — Electrical
High risk
Apr 4, 2002
Model years: 2001
On certain trucks a capacitor in the power line carrier (PLC) filter can ignite when subject to reverse polarity electrical spikes. The PLC filter is located inside the left side f
Also affects: Freightliner Century, Freightliner Columbia, Freightliner Condor, Freightliner Fld, Sterling A-Line
Freightliner Argosy — Brakes
High risk
Jan 2, 2002
Model years: 2002
Certain heavy-duty trucks equipped with Meritor Wabco pneumatic Antilock Brake System (ABS) Valve Packages. The assembly bolts on these valve packages were not tightened correctly.
Also affects: American Lafrance Metropolitan, Sterling Condor, Freightliner Riv, Freightliner Condor, Sterling Cargo
Freightliner Argosy — Brakes
High risk
Jun 19, 2001
Model years: 2001
Certain vehicles equipped with certain Haldex brake system two and four port relay valves. The valve may stick open when a high-pressure application is released. When the valve sti
Also affects: Freightliner Business Class, Freightliner Century, Freightliner Fld, Sterling A-Line, Sterling Acterra
Freightliner Argosy — Steering
High risk
Apr 6, 2001
Model years: 1999
Certain vehicles equipped with tie rod assemblies manufactured by TRW. The suspect tie rods contain 24-DL model ball sockets. Certain of the tie rod ball-socket bearings have a bel
Also affects: Freightliner Custom Chassis (Fccc) Xc Motor Coach Chassis, Thomas Built Mvp-Ef, Western Star 4900, Western Star 4800, Western Star 5900
Freightliner Argosy — Steering
High risk
Sep 26, 2000
Model years: 1999, 2000
On certain vehicles, the TRW tie rod and drag link ball stud ends contain bearing that are below the specified case depth and/or hardness. This can lead to premature wear out and a
Also affects: Freightliner Century, Freightliner Fld, Freightliner Fln, Freightliner Custom Chassis (Fccc) Fs65, Freightliner Custom Chassis (Fccc) Mt45
Freightliner Argosy — Brakes
High risk
Aug 28, 2000
Model years: 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000
On certain vehicles, the Bendix ABS ECU misinterprets certain signals from wheel ends which can result in the temporary loss of braking capability on one or more wheel positions fo
Also affects: Freightliner Business Class, Freightliner Century, Freightliner Flc112, Freightliner Fld, Freightliner Custom Chassis (Fccc) Fs65 School Bus Chassis
Freightliner Argosy — Electrical
High risk
Apr 14, 2000
Model years: 1998, 1999, 2000
On certain vehicles, an unplugged hole in the floorboard can allow road salt and moisture into an area where a 12 volt power outlet is mounted. A short between the outlet terminals
Freightliner Argosy — Suspension
High risk
Apr 12, 2000
Model years: 1999, 2000
On certain vehicles, the rear suspension springs may fracture through the center bolt hole after vehicle assembly. If undetected, the rear end of the spring may separate from the v
Also affects: Freightliner Business Class, Freightliner Century, Freightliner Fld, Sterling A-Line, Sterling L-Line
Freightliner Argosy — Brakes
High risk
Jan 17, 2000
Model years: 1998, 1999
On certain vehicles, the brake pedal pivot pin retainers may not have been properly installed. This could result in loss of brake pedal function. Correction: The brake pedal pivot
Freightliner Argosy — Electrical
High risk
Jun 21, 1999
Model years: 1998, 1999
On certain vehicles, the cigarette lighter is located close to the floorboard where an object on the floor may inadvertently hold the cigarette lighter in. The lighter circuit brea
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