Daimler Trucks Recalls 2012-2015 Freightliner and Western Star Models for Steering Defect
Daimler Trucks is recalling 2012-2015 Freightliner and Western Star trucks because high vibrations during braking may cause tie-rod failure, leading to loss of steering.
What this means for you
Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 4/5 (Severe).
The hazard poses a serious risk of illness, injury, or structural failure. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.
Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect (steering linkage) that results in a loss of steering ability, which the rubric classifies as Severe.
Plain-English summary
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2012-2015 model year Freightliner Cascadia, Coronado, Business Class M2, 114SD, and Western Star 4900 trucks. The recall involves a defect in specific front axle, brake lining, and brake spider combinations where braking can cause high vibrations. These vibrations may result in the early failure of the tie-rod tube.
A tie-rod failure would cause a disconnect between the front wheels, resulting in a loss of steering ability. This condition increases the risk of a crash. The recall covers 1,256 vehicles.
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake linings, brake spider, and tie-rod free of charge. The recall began on March 22, 2019. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.
The recalled product
- Product
- FREIGHTLINER, WESTERN STAR BUSINESS CLASS M2, CORONADO, CASCADIA, 4900
- Brand
- FREIGHTLINER
- Manufacturer
- Daimler Trucks North America LLC
- Category
- Vehicle — Commercial Truck
- Affected units
- 1,256
Is your product affected?
Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.
Model numbers (5)
- BUSINESS CLASS M2
- CORONADO
- CASCADIA
- 4900
- 114SD
Distribution
Distributed nationwide across the United States.
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