WESTERN STAR 49X 2021: STEERING

General Information

NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 21V864000

Make Model Year
WESTERN STAR 49X 2021
Date Owners Notified Date Received by ODI Date Added to Database
2021-12-30 2021-11-05 2021-11-08

Manufacturers Involved: Daimler Trucks North America, LLC

Manufacturer Campaign Number: FL905

Component: STEERING

Potential Number Of Units Affected: 479

Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report

Summary

Daimler Trucks North America, LLC. "DTNA" is recalling certain 2021-2022 Western Star 49X vehicles. The steering shaft may not have been properly installed, causing it to separate from the steering gear.

Consequence

Steering shaft separation can result in a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Owners are advised to not drive their vehicles until the inspection has been performed. Dealers will inspect the steering shaft and repair it, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 12, 2022. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is 905.

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.nhtsa.gov.