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2015-2018 Western Star 4900 recall: service brakes, air

Daimler Trucks North America LLC reported this safety recall on February 27, 2017. It covers about 450 vehicles.

vehicles affected
450
reported
Feb 27, 2017
owners notified
Apr 27, 2017

Service brakes, air

What is wrong
Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Western Star 4900 trucks. The aluminum air tanks on these vehicles may have improper welds possibly resulting in a rapid loss of air pressure.
Risk
A rapid loss of air pressure without warning may cause a sudden application of the park brakes, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the aluminum air tanks with steel, triple compartment, air tanks, free of charge. The recall began on April 27, 2017. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1‑800‑547‑0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-732.

Recall number 17V124000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 17V124000

Is there a recall on the 2015-2018 Western Star 4900 service brakes, air?

Yes. Recall 17V124000, reported on February 27, 2017, covers about 450 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 17V124000?

DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the aluminum air tanks with steel, triple compartment, air tanks, free of charge. The recall began on April 27, 2017. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1‑800‑547‑0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-732.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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