Defect Description For Recall
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.
Make Of Vehicle
WESTERN STAR
Model Of Vehicle
4900SA
Year
2004
Recall Campaign Number
04V120000
Component Description
Steering:Linkages:Drag:Power Assist System
Effect Of Defect
This Could Result In The Ball Socket Separating And Cause Loss Of Steering Control, Increasing The Risk Of Personal Injury Or A Crash.
Fix Defect
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.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Freightliner Llc
Start Of Manufacture
20031115
End Of Manufacture
20040112
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
275
Date Owners Notified
20040521
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Freightliner Llc
Date Report Received
20040308
Make Campaign Number
FL422