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WESTERN STAR 2022: STEERING

Reported: November 5, 2021 Initiated: November 5, 2021 #21V864000

Product Description

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.

Reason for Recall

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.

Hazard

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.

Details

Recalling Firm
WESTERN STAR
Distribution
United States

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
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.. Recalled by WESTERN STAR.
Why was this product recalled?
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.
What should consumers do?
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.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the NHTSA on November 5, 2021. Severity: Critical. Recall number: 21V864000.