Daimler Trucks North America, Llc | NHTSA Recall #21V864000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 21V864000 by Daimler Trucks North America, Llc. Affecting 2021-2022 western star 49x vehicles Includes 479 affected units, Loss of Steering Control, component: STEERING, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

makesAndModels

2021-2022 western star 49x vehicles

Defect Summary

Daimler trucks north america, llc. (dtna) is recalling certain 2021-2022 western star 49x vehicles. the steering shaft may not have been properly installed, causing it to separate from the steering gear.

Corrective Action

Owners are advised to not drive their vehicles until the inspection has been performed. dealers will inspect the steering shaft and repair it, as necessary, free of charge. owner notification letters were mailed january 12, 2022. owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712. dtna's number for this recall is 905.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 21V864000
Manufacturer: Daimler Trucks North America, Llc
Report Received Date: 2021-11-05T00:00:00
Subject: Loss of steering control
Component: Steering
Potentially Affected Units: 479

Details

MFR Campaign Number: FL905
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Daimler trucks north america, llc. (dtna) is recalling certain 2021-2022 western star 49x vehicles. the steering shaft may not have been properly installed, causing it to separate from the steering gear.
Consequence Summary: Steering shaft separation can result in a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action: Owners are advised to not drive their vehicles until the inspection has been performed. dealers will inspect the steering shaft and repair it, as necessary, free of charge. owner notification letters were mailed january 12, 2022. owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712. dtna's number for this recall is 905.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: Yes
Completion Rate: 89.14

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NHTSA ID: 21V864000
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