Recall 11V403 covers 256 2011-2012 Freightliner Coronado trucks with bumper mounting brackets that can crack. Repair is free at any franchised Freightliner dealer.
Freightliner recall 11V403 covers 256 2011-2012 Coronado trucks equipped with a set-forward front axle and logger bumper because bumper mounting brackets can crack. If the brackets are not repaired, the bumper can fall off and increase crash risk; the Freightliner dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The logger bumper on 2011-2012 Freightliner Coronado trucks is the heavy front bumper assembly fitted to trucks with a set forward front axle and a center tow device. Its mounting brackets hold that bumper and tow point to the truck structure, so pulling force and road vibration pass through fixed metal supports instead of loose body panels.
On the affected Coronados, certain bumper mounting brackets can crack. Once a crack starts, the bracket loses strength at the point where it is supposed to hold the bumper in position. Continued towing loads, impact loads, or normal vibration can make the crack worse and leave the bumper assembly less secure.
There is no warning sign before failure. An owner or technician looking over the front bumper area can check for visible cracks or looseness, but the recall filing does not identify a driver-noticeable symptom that appears first.
Who's affected?
Covers the 2011 and 2012 Coronado, with the same body-structure component listed for both model years.
| 2011 Freightliner Coronado | body structure |
|---|---|
| 2012 Freightliner Coronado | body structure |
| Units affected | 256 |
The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific truck is included.
What's the safety risk?
A cracked bumper mounting bracket can let the bumper fall off the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash. If your VIN is included, drive cautiously and schedule the repair soon. Repair will be free at any franchised Freightliner dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2011-2012 Freightliner Coronado is included in this recall.
- Contact your nearest franchised Freightliner dealer to ask whether the free bumper-mounting-bracket replacement is open for your VIN.
- Reference recall number 11V403 when you call, and explain that the bumper mounting brackets can crack and let the bumper fall off.
- Bring the Freightliner recall notice if you have it, along with any service records tied to the bumper brackets.
- Avoid using the center tow device until the bumper-bracket repair is complete.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Freightliner technician will replace the bumper mounting brackets tied to the logger bumper and center tow device. Because the remedy status is not listed as available, schedule only after the dealer confirms the recall repair is open for your VIN. The dealer repair will be free once available, with parts and labor covered under the recall. Tell the service desk you are asking about Freightliner recall 11V403 for the Coronado bumper mounting brackets.
Timeline
| August 9, 2011 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| October 19, 2011 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 11V403?
Recall 11V403 covers 256 2011-2012 Freightliner Coronado trucks with a set forward front axle and logger bumper with a center tow device. The bumper mounting brackets can crack, and the bumper can fall off if the defect is not repaired.
What should I do if my 2011-2012 Freightliner Coronado is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific truck is included in recall 11V403. If it is, contact a franchised Freightliner dealer and ask for the bumper mounting bracket replacement. Reference recall number 11V403 when you call. The dealer repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to perform safety recall repairs at no cost, and Freightliner dealers replace the affected bumper mounting brackets free of charge under recall 11V403.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is that cracked bumper mounting brackets can let the bumper fall off the truck. That creates a road hazard and increases crash risk. Freightliner dealers fix the problem by replacing the bumper mounting brackets for free.
What if I bought my Freightliner Coronado used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recall coverage follows the VIN, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific 2011-2012 Freightliner Coronado is included, then call a franchised Freightliner dealer with recall number 11V403.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/11V403000 |
|---|---|
| Freightliner customer service | 1-800-547-0712 |
| NHTSA recall # | 11V403 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 11V403000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (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 2, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →