National seat cold weld
Defect Summary
Daimler trucks (dtna) is recalling certain model year 2012 freightliner cascadia and western star 4900 vehicles, manufactured from december 22, 2011, through february 23, 2012. These vehicles may be equipped with certain national seat brand drivers seats. these seat bases may have out-of-specification welds that may allow the seat to buckle unexpectedly.
Safety Consequence
An unexpected movement of the seat could affect vehicle control and visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dtna will notify owners, and affected vehicles will have replacement components installed by dtna authorized service facilities, free of charge. an interim letter was mailed to owners on may 16, 2012. the recall to perform the final remedy began on november 21, 2012. owners may contact dtna at 1-800-547-0712.
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FAQ: Recall 12V138000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 12V138000?
NHTSA recall 12V138000 was issued by Daimler Trucks North America, Llc on April 2, 2012. It addresses: National seat cold weld. The recall affects approximately 5,247 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Daimler Trucks North America, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 12V138000 or the manufacturer campaign number FL-624. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.