Recalls for your 2018 Western Star 4900

Recalls for 2018 Western Star 4900

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DEFECT #1 - SERVICE BRAKES, AIR


Posted on: 2017-03-01
Description
Daimler trucks north america llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2015-2018 western star 4900 trucks.  The aluminum air tanks on these vehicles may have improper welds possibly resulting in a rapid loss of air pressure.

Consequence
A rapid loss of air pressure without warning may cause a sudden application of the park brakes, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action
Dtna will notify owners, and dealers will replace the aluminum air tanks with steel, triple compartment, air tanks, free of charge.  The recall began on april 27, 2017.  Owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712.  Dtna's number for this recall is fl-732.

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 - SERVICE BRAKES, AIR


Posted on: 2017-03-01
Description
Daimler trucks north america llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2015-2018 western star 4900 trucks.  The aluminum air tanks on these vehicles may have improper welds possibly resulting in a rapid loss of air pressure.

Consequence
A rapid loss of air pressure without warning may cause a sudden application of the park brakes, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action
Dtna will notify owners, and dealers will replace the aluminum air tanks with steel, triple compartment, air tanks, free of charge.  The recall began on april 27, 2017.  Owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712.  Dtna's number for this recall is fl-732.

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 - FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL


Posted on: 2017-07-19
Description
Daimler trucks north america (dtna) is recalling certain 2017-2018 freightliner 122sd trucks, western star 4900 and 6900 trucks, and freightliner custom chassis xcm and xcp chassis equipped with cummins isx15 engines.  The affected engines have a fuel pump whose drive gear may slip on its drive shaft, resulting in a loss of fuel pump function.

Consequence
Failure of the fuel pump will result in a sudden engine stall with no warning, and with no ability to restart, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action
Cummins will send notices to the owners of the affected vehicles and cummins dealers will replace the fuel pumps, free of charge.  The recall began on september 11, 2017.  Owners may contact cummins customer service at 1-800-286-6467 or dtna customer service at 1-800-745-8000.  Dtna's number for this recall is fl744.

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 - SUSPENSION:FRONT:SPRINGS:LEAF SPRING ASSEMBLY


Posted on: 2017-08-25
Description
Daimler trucks north america llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2017-2018 western star 4900 trucks.  The front axle weight capacity may exceed the spring capacity.

Consequence
Overloaded springs may result in the front axle separating from the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action
Dtna will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front axle springs, free of charge.  The recall began on october 16, 2017.  Owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-745-8000.  Dtna's number for this recall is fl-745.

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 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING


Posted on: 2018-03-26
Description
Daimler trucks north america llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2017-2019 western star 4700, 4900, 5700, and 6900 trucks.  The affected trucks have a power stud that passes through the bulkhead.  In certain circumstances the power stud may contact the bulkhead and result in an electrical arc.

Consequence
An electrical arc can increase the risk of a fire.

Corrective Action
Dtna will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the power stud for the proper clearance to the bulkhead, and replace it if necessary, free of charge.  The recall is expected to begin may 21, 2018.  Owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712.  Dtna's number for this recall is fl-766.

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 - SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:DISC:CALIPER


Posted on: 2017-11-29
Description
Daimler trucks north america llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2018 freightliner 108sd, 114sd, cascadia, m2 business class vehicles, 2018 western star 4700, 4900 and 5700 vehicles, and 2018 freightliner custom chassis (fcc) s2c 106 chassis and s2g cab/chassis vehicles.  The brake caliper mounting bolts on these vehicles may not been properly tightened, potentially resulting in the caliper detaching.

Consequence
If the calipers detach, there would be reduced braking performance, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action
Dtna will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the bolts, replacing them as needed, free of charge.  The recall began on december 29, 2017.  Owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712.  Dtna's number for this recall is fl-758.

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


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 #8 - 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 #9 - SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:DISC:CALIPER


Posted on: 2017-11-29
Description
Daimler trucks north america llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2018 freightliner 108sd, 114sd, cascadia, m2 business class vehicles, 2018 western star 4700, 4900 and 5700 vehicles, and 2018 freightliner custom chassis (fcc) s2c 106 chassis and s2g cab/chassis vehicles.  The brake caliper mounting bolts on these vehicles may not been properly tightened, potentially resulting in the caliper detaching.

Consequence
If the calipers detach, there would be reduced braking performance, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action
Dtna will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the bolts, replacing them as needed, free of charge.  The recall began on december 29, 2017.  Owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712.  Dtna's number for this recall is fl-758.

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


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 #11 - 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 #12 - POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY


Posted on: 2019-01-30
Description
Daimler trucks north america llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2018-2019 freightliner 108sd, 114sd, 122sd, cascadia, business class m2, western star 4700, 4900, and 5700 vehicles, equipped with certain eaton eca heavy-duty truck clutches.  An internal component in the clutch assembly may fail, possibly resulting in unintended vehicle movement.  

Consequence
Unintended vehicle movement can increase the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action
Dtna will notify owners, and dealers will update the software, and repair any physical components, free of charge.  Dtna issued owners an interim notification on february 16, 2019.  The recall began july 31, 2019.  Owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712.  Dtna's number for this recall is fl-803.  

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 #13 - 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 #14 - 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 #15 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:DIESEL


Posted on: 2018-09-06
Description
Daimler trucks north america llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2017-2019 freightliner cascadia, coronado and 122sd, and western star 4900 trucks, equipped with cummins isx15 or x15 diesel engines.  In certain driving conditions, such as on a long down-hill grade, the fuel line may burst if the fuel pump cooling circuit screen becomes restricted.

Consequence
If the fuel line bursts, fuel may leak onto the road resulting in a roadway hazard for other motorists.  The engine may also stall without warning, resulting in the vehicle's inability to restart, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action
Cummins will notify the affected owners.  The remedy for this recall is still under development.  Dtna issued an interim notification to owners on october 9, 2018.  The recall began november 21, 2018.  Owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712 or cummins customer service at 1-800-286-6467.  Dtna's number for this recall is fl789.

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 #16 - VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:REAR WINDOW


Posted on: 2019-11-05
Description
Daimler trucks north america llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2016-2020 western star 4900 and 5700 vehicles equipped with sleeper cab vent windows.  Due to improper adhesive, the vent window may detach from the vehicle.  

Consequence
If the vent window detaches while the vehicle is in motion, it can become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.  

Corrective Action
Dtna will notify owners, and dealers will replace the vent windows, free of charge.  Dtna issued owners an interim notification on december 27, 2019.  Owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712.  Dtna's number for this recall is fl-836.  

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 #17 - STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR


Posted on: 2019-10-10
Description
Daimler trucks north america llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2017-2020 western star 4900 and 5700 vehicles.  The adhesive bond may fail allowing the baggage or sleeper side door to separate from the hinges.  

Consequence
A baggage or sleeper side door that separates from the vehicle while in motion can cause road debris, increasing the risk of an injury or crash.  

Corrective Action
Dtna will notify owners and dealers will install reinforcement clips with mechanical fasteners on each baggage and sleeper door hinge, free of charge.  Dtna issued owners an interim notification on december 6, 2019.  The recall began september 21, 2020.  Owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712.  Dtna's number for this recall is fl834.

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 #18 - POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY


Posted on: 2020-10-19
Description
Daimler trucks north america llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2018-2019 freightliner cascadia, business class m2, 108sd, 114sd and 122sd and western star 4700, 4900 and 5700 vehicles.  An internal component within the clutch assembly may fail, which in certain circumstances could allow the vehicle to move unexpectedly.

Consequence
Unintended vehicle movement van increase the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action
Dtna will notify owners, and dealers will update the software and replace the clutches, free of charge.  Dtna issued owners an interim notification on december 7, 2020.  Owner notification letters were mailed on may 28, 2021.  Owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712.  Dtna's number for this recall is fl-865.

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 #19 - TIRES


Posted on: 2021-11-18
Description
Daimler trucks north america, llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2012-2021 freightliner sd 108, freightliner sd 114, 2016-2020 freightliner coronado, 2013 western star 6900, 2013-2022 western star 4700, western star 4900, and 2022 49x vehicles.  The tires and rims are not approved and rated for these vehicles from the tire and rim association or tire manufacturer.  As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard number 120, wheels and rims-other than passenger cars.

Consequence
Unapproved tires that are not rated for the vehicle can cause tire performance issues, increasing the risk of a crash.  

Corrective Action
Dealer will inspect and replace, as necessary, tires and rims, free of charge.  Interim owner notification letters were mailed january 14, 2022.  Owner notification letters were mailed on april 22, 2022.  Owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712.  Dtna's number for this recall fl-908.

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.nhtsa.gov.  

DEFECT #20 - TIRES


Posted on: 2021-11-18
Description
Daimler trucks north america, llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2012-2021 freightliner sd 108, freightliner sd 114, 2016-2020 freightliner coronado, 2013 western star 6900, 2013-2022 western star 4700, western star 4900, and 2022 49x vehicles.  The tires and rims are not approved and rated for these vehicles from the tire and rim association or tire manufacturer.  As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard number 120, wheels and rims-other than passenger cars.

Consequence
Unapproved tires that are not rated for the vehicle can cause tire performance issues, increasing the risk of a crash.  

Corrective Action
Dealer will inspect and replace, as necessary, tires and rims, free of charge.  Interim owner notification letters were mailed january 14, 2022.  Owner notification letters were mailed on april 22, 2022.  Owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712.  Dtna's number for this recall fl-908.

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.nhtsa.gov.