2003 Western Star 4900FA
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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These records cover every 2003 Western Star 4900FA. To see whether one car still needs a recall repair, decode its VIN or check it with NHTSA.
Recalls
1 recall names the 2003 Western Star 4900FA. Newest first.
On certain trucks and truck-tractors equipped with trw drag link assemblies, the replacement clamp and drag link assemblies contain a potentially defective 5/8-11-grade b prevailing torque hex nut. if the final tightening IS less than 65 lb.-ft., the clamp load would be unacceptably low and could compromise the integrity of the drag link.
Risk and remedy
Risk
This could result in the ball socket separating and cause loss of steering control, increasing the risk of personal injury or a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the affected hex nut(s). owner notification began on may 21, 2004. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact freightliner at 1-800-547-0712.
Service bulletins
Technical service bulletins and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about this vehicle. Ask a dealer for the full document by its number.
- 10044353Western star: around the diesel exhaust fluid (def) an excessive amount of crystal or powder built up indicates a leak caused by evaporation of def exposed to air and/or dampness.
- 10030504Western star truck: some trucks (4900fa, 123bbc) with hood sales code 644-002, may develop cracks at the inner fender, near the nutplate for the hood guide. The steel pivot structure can also crack, outboard of the hood pivot clevis. No model years listed.
Every Western Star 4900FA model year
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