Suspension:front:springs:leaf Spring Assembly

NHTSA campaign 17V521000 · announced August 24, 2017 · filed by Daimler Trucks North America Llc · 38 units affected

The problem

Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Western Star 4900 trucks. The front axle weight capacity may exceed the spring capacity.

The risk

Overloaded springs may result in the front axle separating from the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

What to do

DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front axle springs, free of charge. The recall began on October 16, 2017. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-745-8000. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-745.

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.

Vehicles covered by this recall

• 2017 Western Star 4900
• 2018 Western Star 4900

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal or repair advice.