2022–2024 Western Star 49X: Suspension recall
NHTSA campaign 24V084000 · 49 units potentially affected · filed Feb 8, 2024
What's wrong
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2022-2024 Western Star 49X vehicles. The suspension hanger may fail due to missing welds, which can result in difficulty steering and maintaining the direction of the front two wheels.
Why it matters
Difficulty steering and a loss of directional control increases the risk of a crash.
The fix
DTNA will replace the suspension hanger, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 22, 2024. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 800-745-8000. DTNA's number for this recall is FL994.
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.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 24V084000
- Manufacturer no.
- FL994
- Manufacturer
- Daimler Trucks North America, Llc
- Component
- SUSPENSION:FRONT:SPRINGS:LEAF SPRING ASSEMBLY:HANGER,BRACKET
- Units affected
- 49
- Report received
- Feb 8, 2024
- Owner letters
- Jul 22, 2024
- Type
- Vehicle
Check whether your vehicle is included with the official NHTSA VIN lookup or your dealer. Repairs for safety recalls are free.
Vehicles covered
- Western Star 49X 2022, 2023, 2024