WESTERN STAR 4900 2018: SUSPENSION:FRONT:SPRINGS:LEAF SPRING ASSEMBLY
NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 17V521000
| Make | Model | Year |
|---|---|---|
| WESTERN STAR | 4900 | 2018 |
| 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
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.
Overloaded springs may result in the front axle separating from the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
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.
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.
