ALTEC 4900 2017: SUSPENSION:FRONT:SPRINGS:LEAF SPRING ASSEMBLY
| Make : ALTEC | Model : 4900 | Year : 2017 |
| Build Dates : 2016-11-18 - 2017-07-24 | ||
| NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number : 17V521000 | ||
| Date Owner's Notified: 2017-10-16 | Date Received by ODI: 2017-08-24 | Date Added to Database: 2017-08-25 |
| Manufacturers Involved: Daimler Trucks North America, LLC | ||
| Manufacturer's Responsible for the Recall: | ||
| Manufacturer Campaign Number: FL-745 | ||
| Component: SUSPENSION:FRONT:SPRINGS:LEAF SPRING ASSEMBLY | ||
| Potential Number Of Units Affected : 38 | ||
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Summary:
Daimler Trucks North America LLC "DTNA" is recalling certain 2017-2018 Western Star 4900 trucks. The front axle weight capacity may exceed the spring capacity. |
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Consequence:
Overloaded springs may result in the front axle separating from the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash. |
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Remedy:
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front axle springs, free of charge. The recall began on October 16, 2017. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-745-8000. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-745. |
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| Report Initiator: MFR | V Report | |
| Regulation Part Number: | Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Number: | |
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Notes:
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 'TTY 1-800-424-9153', or go to www.safercar.gov. |
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