Western Star 4800 recalled over injury risk

Recall date

August 31, 2016

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Daimler Trucks North America, LLC recalls 2014–2017 Western Star, Freightliner — 8 models

Recall number

16V634000

Brand / firm

Western Star, Freightliner

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 156 units

Why it was recalled

If a wheel separates from the axle, there would be an increased risk of a crash.

What was recalled

Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain model year 2014-2017 Freightliner M2 Business Class, 108 SD, 114 SD, Cascadia, Coronado, Western Star 4700, 4800, and 5700 XE trucks manufactured March 15, 2013, to July 29, 2016 and equipped with Conmet aluminum non-high capacity hubs. These vehicles specify a front axle weight limit that may be greater than that of the hub capacity. As a result, the hub may fail and the wheel may separate from the axle.

What to do

DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front axle hubs, free of charge. The recall began during November 2016. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-718.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.