NHTSA Recall 22V722000
NHTSA Campaign Id 22V722000; Date: Sep. 28, 2022
tie rod separation can result in a sudden loss of steering, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
2023 Freightliner 114SD; 2023 Western Star 4700; 2023 Western Star 4900; 2023 Western Star 49X; 2023 Western Star 6900
Component: Steering:linkages:tie Rod Assembly
Manufactured by: Daimler Trucks North America, Llc
Affected Units:: 36
Recall Summary:
daimler trucks north america, llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2023 western star 4700, 4900, 49x, 6900, and freightliner 114sd vehicles. the tie rod clamps may have been improperly heat-treated, causing them to crack and allowing the tie rods to separate.
How to Fix:
dealers will replace the tie rod clamps, free of charge. owner notification letters are expected to be mailed november 27, 2022. owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712. dtna's number for this recall is fl955.
Recall Notes:
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
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