NHTSA Recall 09V366000: Engine and engine cooling
DAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 25,362 vehicles. It affects 9 models including the Freightliner Argosy.
| NHTSA campaign | 09V366000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | FL-558 |
| Component | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING |
| Report received | September 23, 2009 |
| Owner notification | May 5, 2009 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Daimler trucks is recalling model year 2004-2010 trucks equipped with caterpillar c15 engine. The variable valve actuation oil line may rub against the p-clips retaining the oil line, causing an oil leak.
Safety risk
An oil leak may result in a fire.
Remedy
Daimler trucks is working with caterpillar to remedy these vehicles. Please see caterpillar's defect report 09e-020. Caterpillar will inspect and repair the necessary components free of charge. The recall began on may 5, 2009. Owners may contact caterpillar toll-free at 1-800-447-4986 or daimler trucks at 1-800-547-0712.
Notes
Daimler trucks recall no. Fl-558. Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .
Vehicles covered by recall 09V366000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Freightliner Argosy | 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010 |
| Freightliner Century Class | 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010 |
| Freightliner Columbia | 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010 |
| Freightliner Coronado | 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010 |
| Freightliner Fld | 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010 |
| Sterling A-Line | 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010 |
| Sterling L-Line | 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010 |
| Western Star 4900 | 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010 |
| Western Star 6900 | 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010 |
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.