Daimler Trucks North America – Front Brake Hose may Chafe

Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2012-2019 Western Star 4900 trucks built with Lowmax hoods and disc brakes. There may be insufficient clearance between the front brake hose and the hood resulting in the brake hose being chafed.

Report Received Date 05/29/2018
NHTSA ID 18V351000
Consequence Summary Front brake hose chafing may causing air loss, possibly reducing braking effectiveness and increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action 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.
Recall Code FL-773
Potentially Affected 640
Fire Risk When Parked No
Do Not Drive No
Recall Link Go to Recall (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=18V351000)