Recall 12V138000: 2012 Freightliner Cascadia, 2012 Freightliner Western Star

Updated from NHTSA data · How we count

Report date
Apr 2, 2012
Vehicles affected
5,247
Models
2
Initiated by
Manufacturer

The problem

Daimler trucks (dtna) is recalling certain model year 2012 freightliner cascadia and western star 4900 vehicles, manufactured from december 22, 2011, through february 23, 2012. These vehicles may be equipped with certain national seat brand driver’s seats. These seat bases may have out-of-specification welds that may allow the seat to buckle unexpectedly.

The risk

An unexpected movement of the seat could affect vehicle control and visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

Dtna will notify owners, and affected vehicles will have replacement components installed by dtna authorized service facilities, free of charge. An interim letter was mailed to owners on may 16, 2012. The recall to perform the final remedy began on november 21, 2012. Owners may contact dtna at 1-800-547-0712.

Notes

Dtna's recall campaign number is fl-624.customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.

Affected vehicles

Details

NHTSA campaign
12V138000
Manufacturer campaign
FL-624
Manufacturer
DAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA
Owner letters
Nov 21, 2012
Components
Seats (Seats & Seat Belts)

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