Recall 10V260000: 2005–2011 Western Star 4900 SA
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Jun 14, 2010
- Vehicles affected
- 4
- Models
- 1
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
Dtna is recalling certain 2002 through 2011 western star 4900 sa trucks manufacturer from december 21, 2001 through june 4, 2010. The spacer used to connect the aft steer axle idler arm to the frame rail may develop cracks and eventually break under severe steering conditions allowing the idler arm to separate from the frame rail resulting in diminished steering control.
The risk
Diminished steering control increases the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dtna will notify owners and dealers will repair the vehicles free of charge. The safety recall began on january 26, 2011. Owners may contact dtna toll-free at 1-800-547-0712.
Notes
Dtna's recall campaign number is fl-581.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .
Affected vehicles
- 2005 Western Star 4900 SA
- 2006 Western Star 4900 SA
- 2007 Western Star 4900 SA
- 2008 Western Star 4900 SA
- 2009 Western Star 4900 SA
- 2010 Western Star 4900 SA
- 2011 Western Star 4900 SA
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 10V260000
- Manufacturer campaign
- FL-581
- Manufacturer
- DAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA
- Owner letters
- Jan 26, 2011
- Components
- Steering (Steering)
Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology