Western Star 4900 SA recalls
There are 2 safety recalls on record for the Western Star 4900 SA, covering 279 vehicles in total across all the models in each campaign. Newest first.
Western Star 4900 SA recalls by model year
2011 12010 12009 12008 12007 12006 12005 12004 22003 22002 1
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Steering
- What is wrong
- Dtna is recalling certain 2002 through 2011 western star 4900 sa trucks manufacturer from december 21, 2001 through june 4, 2010. The spacer used to connect the aft steer axle idler arm to the frame rail may develop cracks and eventually break under severe steering conditions allowing the idler arm to separate from the frame rail resulting in diminished steering control.
- Risk
- Diminished steering control increases the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dtna will notify owners and dealers will repair the vehicles free of charge. The safety recall began on january 26, 2011. Owners may contact dtna toll-free at 1‑800‑547‑0712.
Recall number 10V260000 · Recall details
Steering: linkages: drag: power assist system
- What is wrong
- On certain trucks and truck-tractors equipped with trw drag link assemblies, the replacement clamp and drag link assemblies contain a potentially defective 5/8-11-grade b prevailing torque hex nut. If the final tightening is less than 65 lb.-ft., the clamp load would be unacceptably low and could compromise the integrity of the drag link.
- Risk
- This could result in the ball socket separating and cause loss of steering control, increasing the risk of personal injury or a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the affected hex nut(s). Owner notification began on may 21, 2004. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact freightliner at 1‑800‑547‑0712.
Recall number 04V120000 · Recall details
Questions about the Western Star 4900 SA recalls
How do I check if my Western Star 4900 SA 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 Western Star 4900 SA have?
2, covering steering.
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