Commercial Trucks Recalled for Steering Shaft Component Failure
Daimler Trucks North America is recalling 2022-2023 Western Star 47X and 49X commercial trucks because the steering shaft's u-joint pinch bolt may detach, causing loss of steering control.
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: This recall involves a structural defect in the vehicle's critical steering system. Although no injuries or deaths have been reported, the potential for loss of steering control meets the criteria for a Severe rating.
Plain-English summary
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC is recalling certain 2022 and 2023 Western Star 47X and 49X commercial trucks due to a defective steering shaft assembly.
The u-joint pinch bolt on the steering shaft may detach, which can cause a loss of steering control. A loss of steering control can increase the risk of a crash.
This recall affects 200 vehicles. Owner notification letters were mailed on October 11, 2022.
Owners should contact Daimler Trucks North America customer service at 1-800-547-0712 to arrange a free inspection and repair. Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153) or visit www.nhtsa.gov.
The recalled product
- Product
- WESTERN STAR 49X, 47X
- Brand
- WESTERN STAR
- Manufacturer
- Daimler Trucks North America, LLC
- Category
- Vehicle — Commercial Truck
- Affected units
- 200
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 (2)
- 49X
- 47X
Distribution
Distributed nationwide across the United States.
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