Defect Description For Recall
Daimler Trucks (Dtna) Is Recalling Certain Model Year 2012 Freightliner Cascadia And Western Star 4900 Vehicles, Manufactured From December 22, 2011, Through February 23, 2012. These Vehicles May Be Equipped With Certain National Seat Brand Driverøs Seats. These Seat Bases May Have Out-Of-Specification Welds That May Allow The Seat To Buckle Unexpectedly.
Make Of Vehicle
FREIGHTLINER
Model Of Vehicle
WESTERN STAR
Year
2012
Recall Campaign Number
12V138000
Component Description
Seats
Effect Of Defect
An Unexpected Movement Of The Seat Could Affect Vehicle Control And Visibility, Increasing The Risk Of A Crash.
Fix Defect
Dtna Will Notify Owners, And Affected Vehicles Will Have Replacement Components Installed By Dtna Authorized Service Facilities, Free Of Charge. An Interim Letter Was Mailed To Owners On May 16, 2012. The Recall To Perform The Final Remedy Began On November 21, 2012. Owners May Contact Dtna At 1-800-547-0712.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Daimler Trucks North America
Start Of Manufacture
20111222
End Of Manufacture
20120223
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
5247
Date Owners Notified
20121121
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Daimler Trucks North America, Llc
Date Report Received
20120402
Make Campaign Number
FL-624