Daimler Trucks North America, Llc | NHTSA Recall #18V351000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 18V351000 by Daimler Trucks North America, Llc. Affecting 2012-2019 western star 4900 trucks built with lowmax hoods and disc brakes Includes 640 affected units, Front Brake Hose may Chafe, component: SERVICE BRAKES, AIR, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

makesAndModels

2012-2019 western star 4900 trucks built with lowmax hoods and disc brakes

Defect Summary

Daimler trucks north america llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2012-2019 western star 4900 trucks built with lowmax hoods and disc brakes. there may be insufficient clearance between the front brake hose and the hood resulting in the brake hose being chafed.

Corrective Action

Dtna will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front axle brake hose, free of charge. dtna issued owners an interim notification on july 27, 2018. the recall began november 27, 2018. Owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712. dtna's number for this recall is fl-773.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 18V351000
Manufacturer: Daimler Trucks North America, Llc
Report Received Date: 2018-05-29T00:00:00
Subject: Front brake hose may chafe
Component: Service Brakes, Air
Potentially Affected Units: 640

Details

MFR Campaign Number: FL-773
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Daimler trucks north america llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2012-2019 western star 4900 trucks built with lowmax hoods and disc brakes. there may be insufficient clearance between the front brake hose and the hood resulting in the brake hose being chafed.
Consequence Summary: Front brake hose chafing may causing air loss, possibly reducing braking effectiveness and increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action: Dtna will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front axle brake hose, free of charge. dtna issued owners an interim notification on july 27, 2018. the recall began november 27, 2018. Owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712. dtna's number for this recall is fl-773.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 72.93

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NHTSA ID: 18V351000
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