Gear box: shaft sectorRecall 21V-946 · 2021–2022 Western Star 4900
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC recall 21V-946 covers 21 2021–2022 Western Star 4900 for a gear box: shaft sector problem, reported to NHTSA on December 8, 2021. The manufacturer's latest report (2023 Q4) shows 67% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 21V946000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Western Star 4900 vehicles. The steering shaft pinch bolt may not have been properly tightened, allowing the steering shaft to separate from the steering gear.
The risk
Steering shaft separation may cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will inspect and replace the pinch bolt as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on February 28, 2022. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-914.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
How fast cars are being fixed
67%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA.