WESTERN STAR 4900 2017: SUSPENSION:FRONT:SPRINGS:LEAF SPRING ASSEMBLY

General Information

NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 17V521000

Make Model Year
WESTERN STAR 4900 2017
Date Owners Notified Date Received by ODI Date Added to Database
2017-10-16 2017-08-24 2017-08-25

Production Dates: 2016-11-18 - 2017-07-24

Manufacturers Involved: Daimler Trucks North America, LLC

Manufacturer Campaign Number: FL-745

Component: SUSPENSION:FRONT:SPRINGS:LEAF SPRING ASSEMBLY

Potential Number Of Units Affected: 38

Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report

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.

Consequence

Overloaded springs may result in the front axle separating from the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

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.

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.