NHTSA Recall 11V283000
NHTSA Campaign Id 11V283000; Date: May. 16, 2011
A hole in the delivery air line may develop, eventually leading to reduced braking capacity to the front or rear brakes, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
2011 Western Star 4900; 2012 Western Star 4900
Component: Service Brakes, Air:supply:hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings
Manufactured by: Daimler Trucks North America
Affected Units:: 94
Recall Summary:
Dtna is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 western star 4900 vehicles manufactured from April 1, 2010, through may 13, 2011, with standard cab height and a dd13 engine. The supply and delivery airlines for the foot valve may contact the air intake on the engine. Relative motion between the cab and the engine may allow the delivery airlines to chafe on the air intake.
How to Fix:
Dealers will inspect the air lines and reroute if necessary to provide additional clearance to the engine air intake. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on December 21, 2011. Owners may contact dtna at 1-800-547-0712.
Recall Notes:
Dtna's safety recall number FL-607. Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov .
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Dec 31, 2011
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