Western Star 4900 2011

Model 4900 made in 2011 by Western Star got 10 recalls as well as 9 service bulletins. Technical service bulletines regarding electrical system and engine and engine cooling. There were some recalls concerningelectrical system and engine and engine cooling.

Model 2011

Recalls


CampaignManufacturerManufacturing dateType# of units affectedDate Owner notified MfgRecall Initiated byManufacturers of recalled vehicles/productsReport Recieved DateRecord Creation DateRegulation Part NumberFMVSS Number
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR
11V110000DAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICAfrom 04/22/2010 to 01/28/2011V (Vehicle)23904/26/2011MFRDAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA02/23/201102/23/2011
Defect SummaryDaimler trucks is recalling certain model year 2011 freightliner cascadia and conorado and western star 4900 heavy trucks manufactured from april 22, 2010, through january 28, 2011, equipped with an epa10 isx engine. the routing and securing of the alternator cables may allow the cable to contact or nearly contact an engine heat shield potentially damaging the cable insulation.
Consequence SummaryA positive alternator cable, with damaged insulation, that may contact a grounded component can cause a short circuit that can result in a fire.
Corrective SummaryDaimler trucks will notify owners and dealers will inspect the alternator cables for damage to the insulation. cables with damage to the insulation will be replaced. the cable routing and securing will be modified to ensure sufficient clearence to the heat shield. repairs will be performed free of charge. the safety recall is expected to begin on or about may 27, 2011. owners may contact daimler trucks at 1-800-547-0712.
NotesDaimler trucks' recall campaign number is fl-590.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov .
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
11V146000DAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICAfrom 03/20/2006 V (Vehicle)197812/02/2011MFRDAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA03/03/201103/04/2011
Defect SummaryDaimler trucks (dtna) is recalling certain model year 2006 through 2011 freightliner, cascadia, century, columbia fld, and m2, sterling 9500, and western star 4900 heavy trucks manufactured from march 20, 2006, through june 30, 2010, equipped with specific mbe4000 epa07 model engines. the intake air grid heater may short circuit and fail due to excessive internal temperatures.
Consequence SummaryA short circuited grid heater could result in a vehicle fire and injury to vehicle occupants.
Corrective SummaryDtna will notify owners of the recall during march 2011. another notification will be issued once the remedy is released. dtna expects the remedy to be available by december 1, 2011. repairs will be performed by dtna dealers free of charge. owners may contact dtna toll-free at 1-800-547-0712. this recall is asscociated with a previous recall, campaign number 10v-341.
NotesDaimler trucks' recall campaign number is 10c-5.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov .
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE - DIESEL
12V074000DAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA V (Vehicle)10343704/27/2012MFRDAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA02/28/201202/28/2012
Defect SummaryDaimler trucks (dtna) is recalling certain model year 2006-2013 freightliner, sterling, and western star vehicles, equipped with detroit diesel epa07 and epa10, dd13 and dd15/16 engines, manufactured from january 20, 2006, through february 20, 2012. the pump to rail high pressure fuel line support system used on these engines is sensitive to assembly torque and may be damaged during service work. as a result of other repairs, the line supports may loosen, potentially leading to fuel line cracking and a fuel leak.
Consequence SummaryA fuel leak could create a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash. also a fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can result in a fire.
Corrective SummaryDtna will notify owners, and where necessary, the high pressure fuel line support system will be replaced by dtna authorized service facilities, free of charge. the safety recall began on april 27, 2012. owners may contact dtna at 1-800-547-0712.
NotesDtna's recall campaign number is 12c-2.customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
11V605000DAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICAfrom 07/02/2010 to 12/13/2011V (Vehicle)6603/13/2012MFRDAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA12/27/201112/29/2011
Defect SummaryDaimler trucks (dtna) is recalling certain model year 2011 and 2012 freightliner business class m2 and western star 4900 emergency vehicles manufactured from july 2, 2010, through december 13, 2011, equipped with a dd13 epa10 detroit diesel engine. the engine shutdown software normally provided to protect the engine and vehicle may not have been disabled on engines intended for emergency vehicle applications.
Consequence SummaryIf the vehicle operator receives and ignores multiple warnings indicating the need for operator intervention, the engine may shut down unexpectedly. unexpected emergency vehicle engine shutdown under certain conditions could hamper rescue operations and place the public at risk.
Corrective SummaryDtna will notify owners, and dealers will disable the engine shutdown software free of charge. the safety recall began on march 13, 2012. owners may contact dtna at 1-800-547-0712.
NotesDtna's recall campaign number is 11c-4 (fl-621).owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov .
EQUIPMENT - OTHER - LABELS
10V551000DAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICAfrom 08/09/2010 to 10/27/2010V (Vehicle)7466MFRDAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA11/04/201011/09/2010571120
Defect SummaryDaimler trucks is recalling certain model year 2011 freightliner coronado, columbia, fld military, business class m2, cascadia, century, and western star 4900 trucks manufactured from august 9, 2010, through october 27, 2010 for failing to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 120, tire selection and rims for motor vehicles other than passenger cars. these vehicles were equipped with labels missing recommended cold tire inflation pressures.
Consequence SummaryFailure to follow proper tire inflation recommendations can result in tire failure, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective SummaryLabels with missing information will be replaced with corrected labels. this service will be performed free of charge. the safety recall is expected to begin on or before january 15, 2011. owners may contact daimler trucks at 1-800-547-0712.
NotesDaimler trucks safety recall no. fl-584.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov .
FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER - DELIVERY - FUEL PUMP
11V287000DAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICAfrom 02/19/2009 to 07/09/2010V (Vehicle)26805/18/2011MFRDAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA05/18/201105/18/2011
Defect SummaryDaimler trucks is recalling certain model year 2009 through 2011 freightliner cascadia, century, columbia, coronado, m2, and western star 4900 heavy trucks manufactured from february 19, 2009, through july 9, 2010, equipped with specific dd13 and dd15 engines assembled with a bosch high pressure fuel pump element which may develop a crack due to hydrogen induced stress corrosion. the crack may result in a diesel fuel leak.
Consequence SummaryIf a diesel fuel leak continues undetected, fuel may spill onto the roadway increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective SummaryDaimler trucks will notify owners, and dealers will repair the vehicles, free of charge. this recall is an expansion of a previous recall (see recall campaign 10v-339). owners will be notified during may 2011. owners may contact daimler trucks toll-free at 1-800-547-0712.
NotesDaimler trucks' recall campaign number is 10c-4.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov .
10V339000DAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICAfrom 02/19/2009 to 07/09/2010V (Vehicle)1341004/01/2011MFRDAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA07/27/201007/27/2010
Defect SummaryDaimler trucks is recalling certain model year 2009 through 2011 freightliner cascadia, century, columbia, coronado, m2, and western star 4900 heavy trucks manufactured from february 19, 2009 through july 9, 2010, equipped with specific dd13 and dd15 engines assembled with a bosch high pressure fuel pump element which may develop a crack due to hydrogen induced stress corrosion. over time the barrel of the bosch high pressure fuel pump element used on specific dd13/dd15 engines may develop a crack due to hydrogen induced stress corrosion resulting in a diesel fuel leak.
Consequence SummaryIf a diesel fuel leak continues undetected, fuel may spill onto the roadway potentially resulting in a crash.
Corrective SummaryDaimler trucks will notify owners and dealers will repair the vehicles free of charge. the safety recall is expected to begin on or about march 28, 2011. owners may contact daimler trucks toll-free at 1-800-547-0712.
NotesDaimler trucks' recall campaign number is 10c-4.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov .
POWER TRAIN - AXLE ASSEMBLY
11V558000DAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICAfrom 12/14/2010 to 01/25/2011V (Vehicle)6MFRDAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA11/18/201111/22/2011
Defect SummaryDaimler trucks is recalling certain model year 2011 western star 4900 trucks, manufactured from december 14, 2010, through january 26, 2011, equipped with meritor axle assemblies. the weld that attaches a tower bracket to the housing in suspect assemblies may crack as a result of improper welding procedures.
Consequence SummaryDetachment of the bracket may lead to a loss of vehicle control increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective SummaryDaimler trucks dealers will inspect the axles for cracks and the welds will be repaired as necessary free of charge. the safety recall is expected to begin on or about january 17, 2012. owners may contact daimler trucks toll-free at 1-800-547-0712.
NotesDaimler trucks safety recall number is fl-618.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov .
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR - SLACK ADJUSTERS - AUTOMATIC
11V249000DAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICAfrom 10/16/2010 to 03/09/2011V (Vehicle)159107/05/2011MFRDAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA04/20/201104/25/2011
Defect SummaryDtna is recalling certain model year 2011 freightliner cascadia, columbia glider kit, coronado, m2, and western star4900 heavy trucks manufactured from october 16, 2010, through march 9, 2011, equipped with gunite automatic slack adjusters manufactured from october 15, 2010, through january 31, 2011. due to an incomplete knitting of the iron at the time of casting, inadequate structural integrity of the slack adjuster housing can occur, which could cause the housing to break at the handle under normal operating loads.
Consequence SummaryIf the slack adjuster housing were to break, the wheel brake to which the slack adjuster is attached would no longer function, causing the vehicle to have reduced braking capacity and, if mounted on the steer axle, the vehicle could pull to one side, possibly resulting in a crash.
Corrective SummaryDtna will notify owners and dealers will replace any affected slack adjusters free of charge. the safety recall began on july 5, 2011. owners may contact dtna at 1-800-547-0712.
NotesDtna's recall campaign number is fl-605.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov .
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR - SUPPLY - HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
11V283000DAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICAfrom 04/01/2010 to 05/13/2011V (Vehicle)9408/25/2011MFRDAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA05/16/201105/16/2011
Defect SummaryDtna is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 western star 4900 vehicles manufactured from april 1, 2010, through may 13, 2011, with standard cab height and a dd13 engine. the supply and delivery airlines for the foot valve may contact the air intake on the engine. relative motion between the cab and the engine may allow the delivery airlines to chafe on the air intake.
Consequence SummaryA hole in the delivery air line may develop, eventually leading to reduced braking capacity to the front or rear brakes, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective SummaryDealers will inspect the air lines and reroute if necessary to provide additional clearance to the engine air intake. this service will be performed free of charge. the safety recall is expected to begin during august 25, 2011. owners may contact dtna at 1-800-547-0712.
NotesDtna's safety recall number fl-607.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov .

Bulletins


BulletinBulletin dateReplacement BulletinItem no.SummaryAdded
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - STARTER ASSEMBLY
RC-FL-609A12/01/201110043146Daimler trucks: see document search button for owner letter. on certain trucks, a defect regarding the rubber isolator, with a bolt attachment, the support bracket may loosen and back out, causing short circuit between chassis and un f02/27/2012
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - COOLING SYSTEM - RADIATOR ASSEMBLY
SBW-201812/01/201210049519Western star: radiator mounting. some epa compliant western star 4900 vehicles equipped with 1700 sq in aluminum radiators, manufactured march 2010 and later, with specific combination of engine operating parameters, may have radiator failu01/16/2013
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE - DIESEL
SB-49-1205/01/201210044353Western star: around the diesel exhaust fluid (def) an excessive amount of crystal or powder built up indicates a leak caused by evaporation of def exposed to air and/or dampness. *pe06/13/2012
FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL
SB-49-1205/01/201210044353Western star: around the diesel exhaust fluid (def) an excessive amount of crystal or powder built up indicates a leak caused by evaporation of def exposed to air and/or dampness. *pe06/13/2012
POWER TRAIN - DRIVELINE - CENTER SUPPORT BEARING
35-702/01/201210043820Western star: lubricate wheel bearings, rear drive axles. *js04/27/2012
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR - DISC
WSB-42-0508/01/201210046783Western star: an issue with thermal overload on bendix air disc brakes where abs sensor wires melts, brake actuator fails to properly operate due to vent hole in bottom not opening, calipers coated with red or bright orange dust and tapped10/23/2012
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR - DISC - CALIPER
WSB-42-0508/01/201210046783Western star: an issue with thermal overload on bendix air disc brakes where abs sensor wires melts, brake actuator fails to properly operate due to vent hole in bottom not opening, calipers coated with red or bright orange dust and tapped10/23/2012
SUSPENSION - FRONT - WHEEL BEARING
35-702/01/201210043820Western star: lubricate wheel bearings, rear drive axles. *js04/27/2012
SUSPENSION - MULTIPLE AXLE
35-702/01/201210043820Western star: lubricate wheel bearings, rear drive axles. *js04/27/2012