Recall 10V260000: 2002–2011 Western Star 4900
- Report received
- Jun 14, 2010
- Manufacturer
- Daimler trucks north america
- Potentially affected
- 4vehicles
- Model years
- 2002–2011
Check your own vehicle. A recall applies only to vehicles within the affected build range. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.
What NHTSA recorded
Dtna is recalling certain 2002 through 2011 western star 4900 sa trucks manufacturer from december 21, 2001 through june 4, 2010. The spacer used to connect the aft steer axle idler arm to the frame rail may develop cracks and eventually break under severe steering conditions allowing the idler arm to separate from the frame rail resulting in diminished steering control.
Possible consequence
Diminished steering control increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dtna will notify owners and dealers will repair the vehicles free of charge. The safety recall began on january 26, 2011. Owners may contact dtna toll-free at 1-800-547-0712.
Affected model years
Pages for each model year show complaints, parts, mileage and other recalls.
- 2002 Western Star 49001 complaints
- 2003 Western Star 49000 complaints
- 2004 Western Star 49000 complaints
- 2005 Western Star 49002 complaints
- 2006 Western Star 49001 complaints
- 2007 Western Star 49000 complaints
- 2008 Western Star 49000 complaints
- 2009 Western Star 49001 complaints
- 2010 Western Star 49000 complaints
- 2011 Western Star 49001 complaints
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.