NHTSA Recall 00V081000: Air suspension system (suspension)
FREIGHTLINER CORPORATION reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 13,545 vehicles. It affects 4 models including the Freightliner Argosy.
| NHTSA campaign | 00V081000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | FL-255 |
| Component | SUSPENSION › REAR › SPRINGS › AIR SUSPENSION SYSTEM |
| Report received | March 17, 2000 |
| Owner notification | August 7, 2000 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
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.
Safety risk
If undetected, the rear end of the spring could separate from the vehicle causing a hazardous road debris situation.
Remedy
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.
Notes
Owner notification began august 7, 2000.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.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Vehicles covered by recall 00V081000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Freightliner Argosy | 1999, 2000 |
| Freightliner Business Class | 1999, 2000 |
| Freightliner Century | 1999, 2000 |
| Freightliner Fld | 1999, 2000 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.