12 recalls found. |
DEFECT #1 - EQUIPMENT
Posted on: 2015-03-27
Description
Daimler trucks north america llc (dtna) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 western star 4700, 4900, 5700, and 6900 trucks manufactured from july 23, 2013, through december 4, 2014, and equipped with certain kidde disposable handheld fire extinguishers. These fire extinguishers may not fully discharge as designed when the lever is repeatedly pressed and released.
Consequence
In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not work correctly, there is an increased risk of injury to the truck occupants.
Corrective Action
Dtna will notify owners, and kidde will provide a replacement extinguisher when contacted directly or affected owners may go to an authorized dtna repair facility to order a replacement fire extinguisher, free of charge. The recall began on may 26, 2015. Affected owners may contact kidde directly toll free at (855) 283-7991 from 8 a.m. To 5 p.m. Et monday through friday or owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-745-8000. Dtna's number for this recall is fl680.
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 #2 - POWER TRAIN:AXLE HUBS
Posted on: 2016-08-31
Description
Daimler trucks north america llc (dtna) is recalling certain model year 2014-2017 freightliner m2 business class, 108 sd, 114 sd, cascadia, coronado, western star 4700, 4800, and 5700 xe trucks manufactured march 15, 2013, to july 29, 2016 and equipped with conmet aluminum non-high capacity hubs. These vehicles specify a front axle weight limit that may be greater than that of the hub capacity. As a result, the hub may fail and the wheel may separate from the axle.
Consequence
If a wheel separates from the axle, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dtna will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front axle hubs, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin october 27, 2016. Owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712. Dtna's number for this recall is fl-718.
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 - POWER TRAIN:AXLE HUBS
Posted on: 2016-08-31
Description
Daimler trucks north america llc (dtna) is recalling certain model year 2014-2017 freightliner m2 business class, 108 sd, 114 sd, cascadia, coronado, western star 4700, 4800, and 5700 xe trucks manufactured march 15, 2013, to july 29, 2016 and equipped with conmet aluminum non-high capacity hubs. These vehicles specify a front axle weight limit that may be greater than that of the hub capacity. As a result, the hub may fail and the wheel may separate from the axle.
Consequence
If a wheel separates from the axle, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dtna will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front axle hubs, free of charge. The recall began during november 2016. Owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712. Dtna's number for this recall is fl-718.
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 - 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 #5 - 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 #6 - 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 #7 - 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 #8 - 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 #9 - 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 #10 - 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 #11 - 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 #12 - 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.