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DAIMLER TRUCKS issued a recall on the 4900 model
· Published by Transport Canada · Official notice
Details
Alert type: Recall
Category: Truck - Med. & H.D.
Department: Transport Canada
Notification type: Safety Industry
System: Steering
Units affected: 608
Products
| Model | Make | Model year(s) affected |
|---|---|---|
| 4900 | WESTERN STAR | 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011 |
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The issue
On certain twin-steer 4900SA vehicles, the spacer used to connect the aft steer axle idler arm to the frame rail may develop cracks and eventually break under severe steering conditions. This would allow the idler arm to separate from the frame rail, resulting in diminished steering control, which could lead to a crash causing property damage, personal injury or death. Correction: Dealers will replace the tubular shaped spacer bracket with a solid spacer block.