Recall 11V109 affects 4,977 2010-2011 Freightliner Argosy, Coronado, and Cascadia trucks for fractured rear leaf springs. Repair is free at any franchised Freightliner dealer.
Freightliner recall 11V109 covers 4,977 2010-2011 Argosy, Coronado, and Cascadia heavy trucks equipped with 40K Airliner rear suspensions that can fracture through the center bolt hole after assembly. If the spring separates from the truck, it can create hazardous road debris and increase crash risk; the dealer repair will be free once Freightliner makes it available.
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What's wrong?
The rear leaf spring assembly on these 2010-2011 Freightliner Argosy, Coronado, and Cascadia trucks is part of the 40K AirLiner suspension. Leaf springs support the truck's weight, keep the rear axle located under the frame, and help absorb road shock. The center bolt hole is the mounting point that helps clamp the spring pack together and keep it aligned.
On affected trucks, the rear suspension can fracture through that center bolt hole after vehicle assembly. Once the spring pack cracks at that point, the suspension loses part of the structure that keeps the axle and rear ride height controlled. The filing does not identify a supplier part difference or deeper root cause, so the practical problem is the fracture location: a loaded spring pack is breaking where it is supposed to stay clamped.
There is no warning sign before failure. Treat new rear-suspension noise, a truck that sits unevenly, or visible cracking around the spring pack as a reason to stop and have the truck inspected.
Who's affected?
Spans Argosy, Coronado, and Cascadia trucks across the 2010 and 2011 model years, all tied to the rear suspension leaf spring assembly.
| 2010 Freightliner Argosy | rear suspension |
|---|---|
| 2011 Freightliner Coronado | rear suspension |
| 2011 Freightliner Argosy | rear suspension |
| 2010 Freightliner Coronado | rear suspension |
| 2010 Freightliner Cascadia | rear suspension |
| 2011 Freightliner Cascadia | rear suspension |
| Units affected | 4,977 |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether this recall applies to your specific truck.
What's the safety risk?
If the rear end of a mono leaf spring separates from the vehicle, it creates hazardous road debris and increases the risk of a crash. Keep watch for rear suspension problems and arrange dealer service promptly. Repair will be free at any franchised Freightliner dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2010-2011 Freightliner Argosy, Coronado, or Cascadia is included in this recall.
- Watch for Freightliner's recall notice if you have not received one; the notice explains when the free repair opens.
- Contact a franchised Freightliner dealer after your VIN is confirmed and reference recall number 11V109.
- Ask the dealer about the free mono leaf spring replacement that fixes the rear suspension spring fracture risk.
- Inspect the rear suspension area before each trip and stop using the truck if the spring separates or suspension damage is visible.
What happens at the repair
The dealer repair is to replace the mono leaf springs in the rear suspension. Once the repair is available for your VIN, a Freightliner technician replaces the affected springs, and parts and labor are covered under the recall. Freightliner sent an interim owner letter, and the recall notice schedule in the filing listed August 5, 2011 as the expected start date. Ask the service desk to document the recall repair on your service order.
Timeline
| February 23, 2011 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| July 14, 2011 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 11V109?
Recall 11V109 covers 4,977 2010-2011 Freightliner Argosy, Coronado, and Cascadia heavy trucks equipped with 40K Airliner suspensions. The rear suspension mono leaf spring can fracture through the center bolt hole after assembly. Freightliner dealers will replace the mono leaf springs for free.
What should I do if my 2010-2011 Freightliner Argosy, Coronado, or Cascadia is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific truck is included in recall 11V109. If it is, contact a franchised Freightliner dealer to schedule replacement of the mono leaf springs. Reference recall number 11V109 when you call. The dealer repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the safety defect at no cost, and Freightliner dealers will replace the affected mono leaf springs free of charge. Parts and labor are covered for trucks included in recall 11V109.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is road debris from a rear suspension spring that separates from the truck. If the fracture is undetected over time, the rear end of the spring can separate from the vehicle and create a hazardous road debris situation, increasing crash risk.
What if I bought my Freightliner truck used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recall coverage follows the VIN, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your 2010-2011 Freightliner Argosy, Coronado, or Cascadia is included, then call a franchised Freightliner dealer with recall number 11V109.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/11V109000 |
|---|---|
| Freightliner customer service | 1-800-547-0712 |
| NHTSA recall # | 11V109 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 11V109000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Defect / Noncompliance Notice (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on June 3, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →