2023 Western Star 6900 recalls
Data from the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Recall repairs are free at an authorized dealer. Not every vehicle of this model is affected — check your own VIN.
STEERING:LINKAGES:TIE ROD ASSEMBLY
Campaign 22V722000 · Reported 28/09/2022 · Daimler Trucks North America, LLC
What's wrong: Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Western Star 4700 and 2023 Western Star 4900, 49X, 6900, and Freightliner 114SD vehicles. The tie rod clamps may have been improperly heat-treated, causing them to crack and allowing the tie rods to separate.
Risk: Tie rod separation can result in a sudden loss of steering, increasing the risk of a crash.
Free remedy: Dealers will replace the tie rod clamps, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed Marc 15, 2023. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL955.
PARKING BRAKE
Campaign 24V013000 · Reported 10/01/2024 · Daimler Trucks North America, LLC
What's wrong: Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2023 Western Star 4900 and Western Star 6900 vehicles. A defect in the inversion valve may delay park brake engagement, which could allow the vehicle to move unintentionally. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 121, "Air Brake Systems."
Risk: Unintentional vehicle movement can increase the risk of a crash or injury.
Free remedy: DTNA will inspect and replace the inversion valves, as necessary free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 27, 2024. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL992.
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