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Vehicle Parts & Equipment/Suspension & Steering

Daimler Trucks North America, LLC: Western Star 49X and 47X Trucks Recalled for Improper Steering Shaft Bolt

Agency Publication Date: September 12, 2022
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Summary

Daimler Trucks North America is recalling 200 of its 2022-2023 Western Star 49X and 47X trucks because a steering component was installed incorrectly. Specifically, a pinch bolt on the steering shaft joint may come loose or detach entirely, which can lead to a complete loss of steering control. To address this safety hazard, authorized dealers will inspect the joint and perform any necessary repairs free of charge.

Risk

If the steering shaft bolt detaches, the driver may lose the ability to steer the vehicle, significantly increasing the risk of a crash.

What You Should Do

  1. Confirm if your vehicle is one of the 200 affected 2022-2023 Western Star 49X or 47X models.
  2. Contact Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA) customer service at 1-800-547-0712 to verify if your specific truck is included in recall number FL952.
  3. If your vehicle is affected, schedule an appointment with an authorized dealer for a free inspection and repair of the steering shaft u-joint pinch bolt.
  4. For additional information, you can visit www.nhtsa.gov or contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153).

Your Remedy Options

🔧Free Repair

Free dealer inspection and repair of the steering joint.

How to: Contact DTNA customer service or an authorized dealer to arrange for a free inspection and repair.

Affected Products

Product: 2022-2023 Western Star 49X
Product: 2022-2023 Western Star 47X

Additional Information

Agency: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Recall ID: 22V681000
Status: Active
Manufacturer: Daimler Trucks North America, LLC
Sold By: authorized dealers
Units Affected: 200 vehicles(2% estimated defective)
Park Vehicle: No
Park Outside: No
OTA Update: No
Product Type: Vehicle (V)
Recall Classification: Safety Defect
Owner Notification Date: October 11, 2022
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.
Distributed To: Nationwide
Manufacturer Recall #: FL952
Agency Last Updated: November 17, 2022

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AI-Enhanced Content: The summary, action steps, and risk assessment on this page were generated by AI from official government recall data to improve readability. This is not legal or medical advice. Always refer to the official agency sources below for authoritative information.

Sources: NHTSA Notice · Raw API Response