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FREIGHTLINER,WESTERN STAR 2021: POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY

Reported: March 24, 2021 Initiated: March 24, 2021 #21V209000

Product Description

Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2021 Freightliner Cascadia and Western Star 4700 vehicles. The clutch flange may break.

Reason for Recall

Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2021 Freightliner Cascadia and Western Star 4700 vehicles. The clutch flange may break.

Hazard

If flange failure occurs, loose parts may fall into the clutch pressure plate assembly, resulting in clutch disengagement, thereby increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the clutch on the affected vehicles, free of charge. The recall began on May 7, 2021. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-881.

Details

Recalling Firm
FREIGHTLINER,WESTERN STAR
Distribution
United States

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2021 Freightliner Cascadia and Western Star 4700 vehicles. The clutch flange may break.. Recalled by FREIGHTLINER,WESTERN STAR.
Why was this product recalled?
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2021 Freightliner Cascadia and Western Star 4700 vehicles. The clutch flange may break.
What should consumers do?
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the clutch on the affected vehicles, free of charge. The recall began on May 7, 2021. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-881.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the NHTSA on March 24, 2021. Severity: Critical. Recall number: 21V209000.