2022-2023 Freightliner 114SD, Western Star 4700 and others recall: tie rod assembly

Daimler Trucks North America, LLC reported this safety recall on September 28, 2022. It covers about 36 vehicles.

vehicles affected: 36
reported: Sep 28, 2022
owners notified: Mar 15, 2023

Steering: linkages: tie rod assembly

What is 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.
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.

Recall number 22V722000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 22V722000

Is there a recall on the 2022-2023 Freightliner 114SD, Western Star 4700 and others tie rod assembly?

Yes. Recall 22V722000, reported on September 28, 2022, covers about 36 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 22V722000?

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.

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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