Western Star 4900: Seats and Restraints

Affects Western Star 4900 · 2012 — about 248 vehicles.

The hazard

On certain vehicles, the driver's seat base may not have been manufactured correctly and could fail. This could allow the seat to lower unexpectedly. Should this occur while the vehicle is in motion, it could result in a crash causing property damage and/or personal injury. Correction: Dealers will replace the driver's seat base.

What to do

Contact your dealer; the remedy details were not included in the filing.

Critical — crash/injury risk now High — injury risk; see remedy Moderate — fix at next service Low — minor / informational