Daimler Trucks North America, Llc | NHTSA Recall #20V634000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 20V634000 by Daimler Trucks North America, Llc. Affecting 2020-2021 western star 4700 and 4900 and freightliner coronado, 108sd and 114sd vehicles Includes 53 affected units, Incorrect GAWR on Certification Label/FMVSS 120, component: EQUIPMENT, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

makesAndModels

2020-2021 western star 4700 and 4900 and freightliner coronado, 108sd and 114sd vehicles

Defect Summary

Daimler trucks north america llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2020-2021 western star 4700 and 4900 and freightliner coronado, 108sd and 114sd vehicles. the vehicle certification label contains incorrect information, stating a gross axle weight rating (gawr) that exceeds the tire capacity rating. 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."

Corrective Action

Dtna will notify owners, and dealers will install accurate gawr labels, free of charge. the recall began november 25, 2020. owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712. dtna's number for this recall is fl-864.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 20V634000

Manufacturer: Daimler Trucks North America, Llc

Report Received Date: 2020-10-14T00:00:00

Subject: Incorrect gawr on certification label/fmvss 120

Component: Equipment

Potentially Affected Units: 53

Details

MFR Campaign Number: FL-864

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: Daimler trucks north america llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2020-2021 western star 4700 and 4900 and freightliner coronado, 108sd and 114sd vehicles. the vehicle certification label contains incorrect information, stating a gross axle weight rating (gawr) that exceeds the tire capacity rating. 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 Summary: Incorrect weight rating information on the certification labels could result in potential overloading of the axles, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action: Dtna will notify owners, and dealers will install accurate gawr labels, free of charge. the recall began november 25, 2020. owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712. dtna's number for this recall is fl-864.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: 81.13

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NHTSA ID: 20V634000

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