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NHTSANHTSA · Vehicles·Recall number 17V315000

2017 Western Star 5700 | 2017 Freightliner Cascadia — Power train: axle assembly

Published May 16, 2017 · Recall initiated: May 11, 2017

Summary

NHTSA records recall 17V315000, published May 16, 2017 and initiated May 11, 2017. Recalling firm: Daimler Trucks North America, LLC; 2017 Western Star 5700 | 2017 Freightliner Cascadia — Power train: axle assembly.

What's the hazard

Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2017 Freightliner Cascadia and Western Star 5700 trucks built with NFD tandem rear axles. During the hardening process, the axle assembly output shaft may have been made brittle, possibly resulting in the output shaft fracturing while the vehicle is in use.

What to do

DTNA will notify the owners, and Detroit Axle dealers will replace the output shaft, free of charge. The recall began on July 7, 2017. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-738.

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Recall details

Brand
WESTERN STAR
Model
5700
Manufacturer
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC
Lot
2017 WESTERN STAR 5700 | 2017 FREIGHTLINER CASCADIA
Risk classification
V
Country
US

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Questions about this recall

Was 2017 Western Star 5700 | 2017 Freightliner Cascadia — Power train: axle assembly recalled?

Yes. NHTSA published recall 17V315000 on May 16, 2017. Reported hazard: Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2017 Freightliner Cascadia and Western Star 5700 trucks built with NFD tandem rear axles. During the hardening process, the axle assembly output shaft may have been made brittle, possibly resulting in the output shaft fracturing while the vehicle is in use.

What should I do if I have this product?

DTNA will notify the owners, and Detroit Axle dealers will replace the output shaft, free of charge. The recall began on July 7, 2017. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-738.

How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?

Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: WESTERN STAR. Model: 5700.

View official NHTSA notice(opens on nhtsa.gov)