NHTSA Recall 03V112000: Hub (suspension)
FREIGHTLINER CORPORATION reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 5,716 vehicles. It affects 10 models including the Freightliner Argosy.
| NHTSA campaign | 03V112000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | FL-407 |
| Component | SUSPENSION › FRONT › HUB |
| Report received | March 21, 2003 |
| Owner notification | September 20, 2003 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation |
Defect
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.
Safety risk
Seizure of the bearings can cause wheel separation or wheel end fire.
Remedy
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.
Notes
Freightliner recall no. Fl-407.customers can 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 03V112000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Freightliner Argosy | 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001 |
| Freightliner Business Class | 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001 |
| Freightliner Century | 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001 |
| Freightliner Columbia | 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001 |
| Freightliner Flb | 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001 |
| Freightliner Fld | 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001 |
| Sterling A-Line | 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001 |
| Sterling Acterra | 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001 |
| Sterling L-Line | 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001 |
| Western Star 4900 | 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001 |
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.