NHTSA Campaign Id 24V509000; Date: Jul. 3, 2024
the ball stud can separate from the vehicle becoming a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recalled Vehicles:2025 Freightliner 114SD; 2025 Freightliner Cascadia; 2025 Western Star 47X; 2025 Western Star 49X
Component: Steering:linkages:tie Rod Assembly
Manufactured by: Daimler Trucks North America, Llc
Affected Units:: 60
Recall Summary:daimler trucks north america, llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2025 freightliner cascadia, 114sd, western star 47x, and 49x transit buses equipped with composolite exs20 steerable lift axle suspension assemblies. the tie rod assembly ball stud could have been improperly heat treated and can fail.
How to Fix:the remedy is currently under development. owner notification letters are expected to be mailed september 1, 2024. owners may contact dtna customer service at 800-745-8000. dtna's number for this recall is f1005.
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.safercar.gov.
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