2011 Freightliner Western Star recalls
There is 1 safety recall on record for the 2011 Freightliner Western Star, covering 347 vehicles in total across all the models in each campaign. Newest first.
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Power train: driveline
- What is wrong
- Daimler trucks is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 freightliner cascadia, m2, and western star 4900 vehicles, manufactured from january 11, 2011, through february 21, 2011, and equipped with a meritor driveline. The tubing used to assemble the affected drivelines has a nonconforming seam weld with insufficient bonding of the material.
- Risk
- A tube seam weld that is not properly bonded can result in the driveline assembly fracturing along the length of the tube seam weld. The fractured tube can twist or sever. This could result in additional damage to the driveline, the vehicle to which it is attached and any additional nearby components. This may increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the drivelines free of charge. The safety recall began on june 27, 2011. Owners may contact daimler trucks at 1‑800‑547‑0712.
Recall number 11V257000 · Recall details
Questions about the 2011 Freightliner Western Star recalls
How do I check if my 2011 Freightliner Western Star has an open recall?
Enter your VIN in the VIN decoder on this page to see the recalls for your exact model and year, then confirm with any dealer of the brand or the manufacturer, who can tell you whether the repair was already done on your car.
Do I have to pay for a recall repair?
No. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer of the brand, even if the car is out of warranty or you are not the first owner.
How many recalls does the 2011 Freightliner Western Star have?
1, covering power train.
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