Recall
Western Star 49x — 24V402000
NHTSA ID
24V402000
Make
Western Star
Model
49x
Years Affected
2025
Recall Date
2024-06-04
Component
STEERING:LINKAGES:TIE ROD ASSEMBLY
Units Affected
541
Completion Rate
—
Mfr Campaign No.
D24R6
Summary
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2025 Freightliner Cascadia, 108SD, 114SD, Business Class M2, Western Star 47X, 49X, Freightliner Custom Chassis S2RV 106, and S2C 106 transit buses, cabs, and chassis. The front axle tie rod ball joint studs may crack and break, which can result in tie rod separation.
Consequence
Tie rod separation can cause a sudden loss of steering control and increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the tie rod assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 25, 2024. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 800-745-8000. DTNA's number for this recall is D24R6.