Defect Description For Recall
Daimler Trucks Is Recalling Certain Model Year 2011-2012 Freightliner Cascadia, M2, And Western Star 4900 Vehicles, Manufactured From January 11, 2011, Through February 21, 2011, And Equipped With A Meritor Driveline. The Tubing Used To Assemble The Affected Drivelines Has A Nonconforming Seam Weld With Insufficient Bonding Of The Material.
Make Of Vehicle
FREIGHTLINER
Model Of Vehicle
WESTERN STAR
Year
2011
Recall Campaign Number
11V257000
Component Description
Power Train:Driveline
Effect Of Defect
A Tube Seam Weld That Is Not Properly Bonded Can Result In The Driveline Assembly Fracturing Along The Length Of The Tube Seam Weld. The Fractured Tube Can Twist Or Sever. This Could Result In Additional Damage To The Driveline, The Vehicle To Which It Is Attached And Any Additional Nearby Components. This May Increase The Risk Of A Crash.
Fix Defect
Dealers Will Replace The Drivelines Free Of Charge. The Safety Recall Began On June 27, 2011. Owners May Contact Daimler Trucks At 1-800-547-0712.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Daimler Trucks North America
Start Of Manufacture
20110111
End Of Manufacture
20110221
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
347
Date Owners Notified
20110627
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Daimler Trucks North America, Llc
Date Report Received
20110426
Make Campaign Number
FL-606