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NHTSARecalled Dec 8, 2021 · #21V946000

Steering Shaft May Separate From Steering Gear

Hazard

Vehicle safety defect

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Description

Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Western Star 4900 vehicles. The steering shaft pinch bolt may not have been properly tightened, allowing the steering shaft to separate from the steering gear. Steering shaft separation may cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Product details

Product
Steering Shaft May Separate From Steering Gear
Type
Vehicle
Manufacturer
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC
Model numbers
UPCs

What you should do

Dealers will inspect and replace the pinch bolt as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on February 28, 2022. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-914.

View the official CPSC notice