INTERNATIONAL 4700 2009: EQUIPMENT
| Make : INTERNATIONAL | Model : 4700 | Year : 2009 |
| Build Dates : 2008-07-07 - 2011-12-15 | ||
| NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number : 12V405000 | ||
| Date Owner's Notified: 2012-12-24 | Date Received by ODI: 2012-08-16 | Date Added to Database: 2012-08-16 |
| Manufacturers Involved: Daimler Trucks North America, LLC | ||
| Manufacturer's Responsible for the Recall: | ||
| Manufacturer Campaign Number: FL-631 | ||
| Component: EQUIPMENT | ||
| Potential Number Of Units Affected : 1663 | ||
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Summary:
Daimler Trucks North America "DTNA" is recalling certain model year 2009-2012 Freightliner, Sterling, and Western Star vehicles manufactured from July 7, 2008, through December 15, 2011, and equipped with perpendicular air tank mounting brackets. The air tank mounting brackets may develop cracks which can lead to the air tank brackets separating from the frame rail. The air tanks may also separate from the vehicle. |
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Consequence:
Air tanks that become separated from a moving vehicle may create a road debris hazard, increasing the risk of a crash. |
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Remedy:
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the air mounting brackets, free of charge. The recall began on December 24, 2012. Owners may contact Daimler Trucks North America toll free at 1-800-547-0712. |
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| Report Initiator: ODI | V Report | |
| Regulation Part Number: | Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Number: | |
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Notes:
DTNA's recall campain number is FL-631.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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