Recalls for your 2010 Western Star 4700

Recalls for 2010 Western Star 4700

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DEFECT #1 - EQUIPMENT


Posted on: 2012-08-16
Description
Daimler trucks north america (dtna) is recalling certain model year 2009-2012 freightliner, sterling, and western star vehicles manufactured from july 7, 2008, through december 15, 2011, and equipped with perpendicular air tank mounting brackets.  The air tank mounting brackets may develop cracks which can lead to the air tank brackets separating from the frame rail.  The air tanks may also separate from the vehicle.  

Consequence
Air tanks that become separated from a moving vehicle may create a road debris hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.  

Corrective Action
Dtna will notify owners, and dealers will replace the air mounting brackets, free of charge.  The recall began on december 24, 2012.  Owners may contact daimler trucks north america toll free at 1-800-547-0712.  

Notes
Dtna's recall campain number is fl-631.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.safercar.gov.  

DEFECT #2 - EQUIPMENT


Posted on: 2017-12-20
Description
Daimler trucks north america llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2002-2017 freightliner cascadia, century class, columbia and coronado trucks and western star 4700, 4900, 5700, 5900 and 6900 trucks.  These vehicles are equipped with kidde plastic-handle or push button 'pindicator' fire extinguishers that may become clogged, preventing the extinguisher from discharging as expected or excessive force may be needed to activate the extinguisher.  Additionally, in certain models, the nozzle may detach from the valve assembly with enough force that it could cause injury and also render the product inoperable.  For a full list of the affected fire extinguisher models visit: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/rmisc-17e062-5427.pdf

Consequence
In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.

Corrective Action
Dtna will notify owners, and instruct them to contact kidde for a replacement fire extinguisher, free of charge.  The recall began on april 11, 2018.  Owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712, or contact kidde customer service toll-free at 1-855-262-3540, or online at www.kidde.com and click on product safety recall for more information.  Dtna's number for this recall is fl-759.

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.safercar.gov.

DEFECT #3 - EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS


Posted on: 2017-11-30
Description
Daimler trucks north america, llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2008-2018 freightliner cascadia, western star 4700, 4900, 5700, and 6900 trucks.  After hard brake applications, the brake light pressure switch may not activate the brake lights with a light application of the brake pedal.

Consequence
If the brake lights fail to illuminate, there would not be a signal to other motorists that the vehicle is slowing, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action
Dtna will notify owners, and dealers will repair the vehicles, free of charge.  Daimler issued interim notifications to owners on january 22, 2018.  Owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712.  Dtna's number for this recall is fl-756.

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.safercar.gov.

DEFECT #4 - EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH


Posted on: 2017-11-30
Description
Daimler trucks north america, llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2008-2018 freightliner cascadia, western star 4700, 4900, 5700, and 6900 trucks.  After hard brake applications, the brake light pressure switch may not activate the brake lights with a light application of the brake pedal.

Consequence
If the brake lights fail to illuminate, there would not be a signal to other motorists that the vehicle is slowing, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action
Dtna will notify owners, and dealers will repair the vehicles, free of charge.  Daimler issued interim notifications to owners on january 22, 2018.  Owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712.  Dtna's number for this recall is fl-756.

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.safercar.gov.

DEFECT #5 - EQUIPMENT


Posted on: 2017-12-20
Description
Daimler trucks north america llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2002-2017 freightliner cascadia, century class, columbia and coronado trucks and western star 4700, 4900, 5700, 5900 and 6900 trucks.  These vehicles are equipped with kidde plastic-handle or push button 'pindicator' fire extinguishers that may become clogged, preventing the extinguisher from discharging as expected or excessive force may be needed to activate the extinguisher.  Additionally, in certain models, the nozzle may detach from the valve assembly with enough force that it could cause injury and also render the product inoperable.  For a full list of the affected fire extinguisher models visit: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/rmisc-17e062-5427.pdf

Consequence
In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.

Corrective Action
Dtna will notify owners, and instruct them to contact kidde for a replacement fire extinguisher, free of charge.  The recall began on april 11, 2018.  Owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712, or contact kidde customer service toll-free at 1-855-262-3540, or online at www.kidde.com and click on product safety recall for more information.  Dtna's number for this recall is fl-759.

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.safercar.gov.

DEFECT #6 - EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS


Posted on: 2017-11-30
Description
Daimler trucks north america, llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2008-2018 freightliner cascadia, western star 4700, 4900, 5700, and 6900 trucks.  After hard brake applications, the brake light pressure switch may not activate the brake lights with a light application of the brake pedal.

Consequence
If the brake lights fail to illuminate, there would not be a signal to other motorists that the vehicle is slowing, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action
Dtna will notify owners, and dealers will repair the vehicles, free of charge.  Daimler issued interim notifications to owners on january 22, 2018.  The recall began on may 9, 2018.  Owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712.  Dtna's number for this recall is fl-756.

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.safercar.gov.

DEFECT #7 - EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH


Posted on: 2017-11-30
Description
Daimler trucks north america, llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2008-2018 freightliner cascadia, western star 4700, 4900, 5700, and 6900 trucks.  After hard brake applications, the brake light pressure switch may not activate the brake lights with a light application of the brake pedal.

Consequence
If the brake lights fail to illuminate, there would not be a signal to other motorists that the vehicle is slowing, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action
Dtna will notify owners, and dealers will repair the vehicles, free of charge.  Daimler issued interim notifications to owners on january 22, 2018.  The recall began on may 9, 2018.  Owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712.  Dtna's number for this recall is fl-756.

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.safercar.gov.

DEFECT #8 - EQUIPMENT


Posted on: 2017-12-20
Description
Daimler trucks north america llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2002-2017 freightliner cascadia, century class, columbia and coronado trucks and western star 4700, 4900, 5700, 5900 and 6900 trucks.  These vehicles are equipped with kidde plastic-handle or push button 'pindicator' fire extinguishers that may become clogged, preventing the extinguisher from discharging as expected or excessive force may be needed to activate the extinguisher.  Additionally, in certain models, the nozzle may detach from the valve assembly with enough force that it could cause injury and also render the product inoperable.  For a full list of the affected fire extinguisher models visit: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/rmisc-17e062-5427.pdf

Consequence
In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.

Corrective Action
Dtna will notify owners, and instruct them to contact kidde for a replacement fire extinguisher, free of charge.  The recall began on april 11, 2018.  Owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712, or contact kidde customer service toll-free at 1-855-262-3540, or online at www.kidde.com and click on product safety recall for more information.  Dtna's number for this recall is fl-759.

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.safercar.gov.

DEFECT #9 - EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS


Posted on: 2017-11-30
Description
Daimler trucks north america, llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2008-2018 freightliner cascadia, western star 4700, 4900, 5700, and 6900 trucks.  After hard brake applications, the brake light pressure switch may not activate the brake lights with a light application of the brake pedal.

Consequence
If the brake lights fail to illuminate, there would not be a signal to other motorists that the vehicle is slowing, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action
Dtna will notify owners, and dealers will repair the vehicles, free of charge.  Daimler issued interim notifications to owners on january 22, 2018.  The recall began on may 9, 2018.  Owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712.  Dtna's number for this recall is fl-756.

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.safercar.gov.

DEFECT #10 - EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH


Posted on: 2017-11-30
Description
Daimler trucks north america, llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2008-2018 freightliner cascadia, western star 4700, 4900, 5700, and 6900 trucks.  After hard brake applications, the brake light pressure switch may not activate the brake lights with a light application of the brake pedal.

Consequence
If the brake lights fail to illuminate, there would not be a signal to other motorists that the vehicle is slowing, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action
Dtna will notify owners, and dealers will repair the vehicles, free of charge.  Daimler issued interim notifications to owners on january 22, 2018.  The recall began on may 9, 2018.  Owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712.  Dtna's number for this recall is fl-756.

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.safercar.gov.