Western Star 4900: Service brakes — air

Affects Western Star 4900 · 2012–2019 — about 640 vehicles.

The hazard

Front brake hose chafing may causing air loss, possibly reducing braking effectiveness and increasing the risk of a crash.

What to do

DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front axle brake hose, free of charge. DTNA issued owners an interim notification on July 27, 2018. The recall began November 27, 2018. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-773.

Critical — crash/injury risk now High — injury risk; see remedy Moderate — fix at next service Low — minor / informational