Western Star 47X, 49X: Steering

Affects Western Star 47X, 49X · 2022–2023 — about 53 vehicles.

The hazard

Issue: On certain trucks, a bolt for the lower joint on the steering shaft may not have been installed correctly. As a result, the joint could disconnect and cause a loss of steering. Safety Risk: A loss of steering control could create the risk of a crash. Corrective Actions: Daimler Truck North America (DTNA) will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your truck to a DTNA authorized service facility to inspect the lower joint on the steering shaft, and if necessary, re-install the pinch bolt.

What to do

Contact your dealer; the remedy details were not included in the filing.

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