Western Star 4900 Sa (2011) – 10V260000

Defect Description For Recall

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.

Make Of Vehicle

WESTERN STAR

Model Of Vehicle

4900 SA

Year

2011

Recall Campaign Number

10V260000

Component Description

Steering

Effect Of Defect

Diminished Steering Control Increases The Risk Of A Crash.

Fix Defect

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.

Vehicle Manufacturer

Daimler Trucks North America

Start Of Manufacture

20011221

End Of Manufacture

20100604

Type Of Vehicle Recall

V

Number Affected

4

Date Owners Notified

20110126

Initiated By

Mfr

Responsible Manufacturer

Daimler Trucks North America, Llc

Date Report Received

20100614

Make Campaign Number

FL-581

Part Number

Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard