2000 Freightliner Argosy: recalls and complaints

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• 03V22700017 Jun 2003Trailer Hitches / Fifth Wheel Assembly
• 03V11200021 Mar 2003Suspension / Front / Hub
• 01V14000717 Sep 2001Steering / Linkages / Tie Rod Assembly
• 01V18900114 Jun 2001Service Brakes, Air / Controls, Pedals and Linkages
• 00V2320027 Aug 2000Service Brakes, Air / Antilock
• 00V08200017 Mar 2000Electrical System / Wiring / Fuses and Circuit Breakers
• 00V08100017 Mar 2000Suspension / Rear / Springs / Air Suspension System

1. 03V227000Received 17 Jun 2003. 2,000 units.

   Trailer Hitches / Fifth Wheel Assembly

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   On certain truck tractors equipped with jost international jsk 37u series fifth wheels, a fatigue crack can develop in the bracket pin weld under certain loading conditions.

   Consequence, in the NHTSA record

   If left undetected or corrected it could lead to the separation of the fifth wheel top plate from its mounting structure, possibly resulting in a crash.

   Remedy, in the NHTSA record

   Dealers will replace the bracket pins and repair instructions free of charge. Owner notification began november 12, 2003. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact jost international at 616-846-7700 or by email to recall@jostinternational.com or freightliner at 1-800-547-0712.

   Report filed by FREIGHTLINER CORPORATION. Manufacturer campaign number FL-411. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 12 Nov 2003.

2. 03V112000Received 21 Mar 2003. 5,716 units.

   Suspension / Front / Hub

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   On certain trucks equipped with truck hub units manufactured by skf exclusively for use on arvinmeritor's ff98x series non-drive steer axles, the hub unit bearings can wear prematurely.

   Consequence, in the NHTSA record

   Seizure of the bearings can cause wheel separation or wheel end fire.

   Remedy, in the NHTSA record

   Dealers will replace both front hubs. Owner notification is expected to begin on or before september 20, 2003. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact freightliner at 1-800-547-0712.

   Report filed by FREIGHTLINER CORPORATION. Manufacturer campaign number FL-407. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 20 Sep 2003.

3. 01V140007Received 17 Sep 2001. 75,000 units.

   Steering / Linkages / Tie Rod Assembly

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   Vehicle description: heavy duty trucks equipped with trw tie rod ends on certain meritor axles. The tie rod and drag link ball stud ends contain bearings that are below the specified case depth and/or hardness.

   Consequence, in the NHTSA record

   This can lead to premature wear with possible separation of the ball stud from the socket, increasing the risk of loss of control of the vehicle.

   Remedy, in the NHTSA record

   Dealers will remove and replace all affected tie rods and drag links with different designed ends. Owner notification began november 8, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact freightliner at 1-800-547-0712.

   Report filed by FREIGHTLINER CORPORATION. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 8 Nov 2001.

4. 01V189001Received 14 Jun 2001. 4,400 units.

   Service Brakes, Air / Controls, Pedals and Linkages

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   Vehicle description: 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.

   Consequence, in the NHTSA record

   When the valve sticks open, it can result in a total loss of air from either the service or the park brake system. The driver may lose braking ability under a service application, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.

   Remedy, in the NHTSA record

   Dealers will replace these valves. Owner notification began october 17, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact freightliner at 1-800-547-0712.

   Report filed by FREIGHTLINER CORPORATION. Manufacturer campaign number FL-380. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 17 Oct 2001.

5. 00V232002Received 7 Aug 2000. 35,405 units.

   Service Brakes, Air / Antilock

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   Vehicle description: heavy duty trucks and school bus chassis built with bendix air ABS with an ec-17 1030r electronic control unit (ECU), there have been reports of unwanted ABS activation at low speeds caused by 1) chafed ABS wheel speed sensor wires on rotating parts or 2) a damaged component at the wheel end that generates a certain type of erratic sensor signal.

   Consequence, in the NHTSA record

   This condition could cause the ABS ECU to exhaust the air at the air brake modulators for one or more of the wheels. This could result in extended braking distances and a possible crash.

   Remedy, in the NHTSA record

   Dealers will replace the ABS ECU.

   Report filed by FREIGHTLINER CORPORATION. Manufacturer campaign number FL-266. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 29 Aug 2000.

6. 00V082000Received 17 Mar 2000. 1,073 units.

   Electrical System / Wiring / Fuses and Circuit Breakers

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   Vehicle description: heavy duty trucks equipped with certain 12 volt power outlets. An unplugged hole in the floorboard can allow road salts and moisture into an area where a 12 volt power outlet is mounted.

   Consequence, in the NHTSA record

   A short between the outlet terminals could develop causing an electrical fire.

   Remedy, in the NHTSA record

   Dealers will inspect all vehicles to determine if a floorboard plug was installed. On vehicles found without a plug, a new outlet and plug will be installed.

   Report filed by FREIGHTLINER CORPORATION. Manufacturer campaign number FL-256. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 30 Jun 2000.

7. 00V081000Received 17 Mar 2000. 13,545 units.

   Suspension / Rear / Springs / Air Suspension System

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   Vehicle description: heavy duty trucks built with dual leaf spring type air ride suspensions and vehicles built with single leaf spring type air ride suspensions. Rear suspension springs can fracture through the center bolt hole after vehicle assembly.

   Consequence, in the NHTSA record

   If undetected, the rear end of the spring could separate from the vehicle causing a hazardous road debris situation.

   Remedy, in the NHTSA record

   For vehicles equipped with single leaf springs, dealers will remove and replace all springs. For vehicles equipped with dual leaf springs, dealers will inspect for cracked springs and replace if cracked.

   Report filed by FREIGHTLINER CORPORATION. Manufacturer campaign number FL-255. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 7 Aug 2000.

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1. 19971
2. 19986
3. 19999
4. 20007
5. 20012
6. 20032
7. 20042
8. 20054
9. 20065
10. 20075
11. 20086
12. 20091
13. 20102
14. 20111
15. 20143
16. 20151

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How many units are in the recall campaigns for the 2000 Freightliner Argosy?

137,139 units in 7 campaigns. A campaign can name other models and model years, and its units include them.

How many recall campaigns does the Freightliner Argosy have for all model years?

NHTSA lists 26 recall campaigns for the Freightliner Argosy, model years 1997 to 2015. 7 of them name the 2000 model year.

Is an NHTSA investigation of the 2000 Freightliner Argosy open?

The NHTSA investigation file has no investigation that names this model year.