10 recalls found. |
DEFECT #1 - 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 #2 - 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 #3 - 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 #4 - 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 #5 - 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 #6 - 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 #7 - 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 #8 - 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 #9 - TIRES
Posted on: 2022-12-13
Description
Daimler trucks north america, llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2020-2023 freightliner 114sd, 2023 freightliner 122sd, 2020 western star 4700, 2019-2022 western star 4900, 2019-2023 freightliner business class m2, and 2021 freightliner cascadia vehicles. The vehicles are equipped with tires that are not compatible with their 8.25-inch rims. 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
Driving with tires that are not compatible with their rims can reduce tire performance, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dealers will replace the tires, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed january 13, 2023. Owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712. Dtna's number for this recall is fl-962.
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 #10 - WHEELS:RIM
Posted on: 2022-12-13
Description
Daimler trucks north america, llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2020-2023 freightliner 114sd, 2023 freightliner 122sd, 2020 western star 4700, 2019-2022 western star 4900, 2019-2023 freightliner business class m2, and 2021 freightliner cascadia vehicles. The vehicles are equipped with tires that are not compatible with their 8.25-inch rims. 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
Driving with tires that are not compatible with their rims can reduce tire performance, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dealers will replace the tires, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed january 13, 2023. Owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712. Dtna's number for this recall is fl-962.
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.