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2022-2024 Western Star 49X recall: hanger,bracket

Daimler Trucks North America, LLC reported this safety recall on February 8, 2024. It covers about 49 vehicles.

vehicles affected
49
reported
Feb 8, 2024
owners notified
Jul 22, 2024

Suspension: front: springs: leaf spring assembly: hanger,bracket

What is wrong
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2022-2024 Western Star 49X vehicles. The suspension hanger may fail due to missing welds, which can result in difficulty steering and maintaining the direction of the front two wheels.
Risk
Difficulty steering and a loss of directional control increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
DTNA will replace the suspension hanger, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 22, 2024. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 800‑745‑8000. DTNA's number for this recall is FL994.

Recall number 24V084000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 24V084000

Is there a recall on the 2022-2024 Western Star 49X hanger,bracket?

Yes. Recall 24V084000, reported on February 8, 2024, covers about 49 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 24V084000?

DTNA will replace the suspension hanger, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 22, 2024. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 800‑745‑8000. DTNA's number for this recall is FL994.

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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