NHTSA Recall 24V084000: Hanger, bracket (suspension)
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 49 vehicles. It affects 2022–2024 Western Star 49X.
| NHTSA campaign | 24V084000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | FL994 |
| Component | SUSPENSION › FRONT › SPRINGS › LEAF SPRING ASSEMBLY › HANGER,BRACKET |
| Report received | February 8, 2024 |
| Owner notification | July 22, 2024 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2022-2024 Western Star 49X vehicles. The suspension hanger may fail due to missing welds, which can result in difficulty steering and maintaining the direction of the front two wheels.
Safety risk
Difficulty steering and a loss of directional control increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
DTNA will replace the suspension hanger, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 22, 2024. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 800-745-8000. DTNA's number for this recall is FL994.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 24V084000
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.