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NHTSANHTSA · Vehicles·Recall number 17V628000

2016 Western Star 4900 | 2016 Freightliner Cascadia — Steering: linkages: tie rod assembly

Published October 11, 2017 · Recall initiated: October 6, 2017

Summary

NHTSA records recall 17V628000, published October 11, 2017 and initiated October 6, 2017. Recalling firm: Daimler Trucks North America, LLC; 2016 Western Star 4900 | 2016 Freightliner Cascadia — Steering: linkages: tie rod assembly.

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What's the hazard

Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2016 Western Star 4900 and Freightliner Cascadia vehicles, equipped with certain Spicer D-Series and E-Series steer axles. The castellated nut on the steer axles may not be properly torqued, allowing the tie rod to loosen.

What to do

DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the torque of the castellated nut and tie rod, tightening it as necessary. If the tie rod stud and knuckle on units cannot be sufficiently torqued, the dealer will replace the knuckle and tie rod end assembly, free of charge. DTNA issued an interim to owners on December 4, 2017. The recall began on March 7, 2018. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-751.

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Recall details

Brand
WESTERN STAR
Model
4900
Manufacturer
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC
Lot
2016 WESTERN STAR 4900 | 2016 FREIGHTLINER CASCADIA
Risk classification
V
Country
US

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Questions about this recall

Was 2016 Western Star 4900 | 2016 Freightliner Cascadia — Steering: linkages: tie rod assembly recalled?

Yes. NHTSA published recall 17V628000 on October 11, 2017. Reported hazard: Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2016 Western Star 4900 and Freightliner Cascadia vehicles, equipped with certain Spicer D-Series and E-Series steer axles. The castellated nut on the steer axles may not be properly torqued, allowing the tie rod to loosen.

What should I do if I have this product?

DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the torque of the castellated nut and tie rod, tightening it as necessary. If the tie rod stud and knuckle on units cannot be sufficiently torqued, the dealer will replace the knuckle and tie rod end assembly, free of charge. DTNA issued an interim to owners on December 4, 2017. The recall began on March 7, 2018. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-751.

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

Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: WESTERN STAR. Model: 4900.

View official NHTSA notice(opens on nhtsa.gov)