WESTERN STAR 4700 2020: STEERING
NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 19V769000
| Make | Model | Year |
|---|---|---|
| WESTERN STAR | 4700 | 2020 |
| Date Owners Notified | Date Received by ODI | Date Added to Database |
| 2019-11-27 | 2019-10-25 | 2019-10-28 |
Production Dates: 2019-01-04 - 2019-10-04
Manufacturers Involved: Daimler Trucks North America, LLC
Manufacturer Campaign Number: FL-835
Component: STEERING
Potential Number Of Units Affected: 1331
Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report
Daimler Trucks North America LLC "DTNA" is recalling certain 2020 Western Star 4700 vehicles. The steering shaft may have been improperly installed, potentially causing a loss of connection between the steering wheel and front axle wheels.
This loss of connection would result in a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
DTNA will notify owners and dealers will inspect the vehicles, correcting the steering shaft installation, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began November 27, 2019. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-835.
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.
