Daimler Trucks North America, Llc | NHTSA Recall #17V124000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 17V124000 by Daimler Trucks North America, Llc. Affecting 2015-2018 western star 4900 trucks Includes 450 affected units, Rapid Loss of Brake Air Pressure, component: SERVICE BRAKES, AIR, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

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2015-2018 western star 4900 trucks

Defect Summary

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.

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.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 17V124000
Manufacturer: Daimler Trucks North America, Llc
Report Received Date: 2017-02-27T00:00:00
Subject: Rapid loss of brake air pressure
Component: Service Brakes, Air
Potentially Affected Units: 450

Details

MFR Campaign Number: FL-732
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: 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 Summary: 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.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 74.22

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