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Western Star 4700

49 recalls affect this vehicle. Sorted by severity, then date.

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  • Severity pendingNHTSA·22V722000·2022-09-28

    2023 Western Star 49X Trucks Recalled Due to Tie Rod Defects

    Certain 2023 Western Star and Freightliner trucks are being recalled because tie rod clamps may be improperly heat-treated and crack, potentially causing loss of steering control.

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    WESTERN STAR — WESTERN STAR, FREIGHTLINER 4700, 4900, 49X, 114SD
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  • Severity pendingNHTSA·21V882000·2021-11-12

    Western Star Trucks Recalled for Electrical Arc Fire Risk

    Daimler Trucks North America is recalling 2017-2019 Western Star trucks because a power stud may contact the bulkhead, causing an electrical arc and increasing fire risk.

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    WESTERN STAR — WESTERN STAR 4900, 5700, 4700, 6900
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  • Severity pendingNHTSA·21V369000·2021-05-19

    2021–2022 Heavy-Duty Trucks Recalled for Loose Tie Rod Assembly Components

    Daimler Trucks North America is recalling certain 2021–2022 heavy-duty trucks including Freightliner and Western Star models due to potentially loose tie rod clamps. Loose or detached tie rod ends could cause steering loss and increase crash risk.

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    FCCC — FCCC, WESTERN STAR, FREIGHTLINER XB CHASSIS, S2, MT CHASSIS, 5700
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  • Severity pendingNHTSA·21V256000·2021-04-12

    2021-2022 Freightliner and Western Star trucks recalled for steering bolt defects

    Daimler Trucks North America is recalling 2021-2022 Freightliner and Western Star commercial trucks with defective steering bolts that may fracture and cause loss of steering control. Dealers will replace them free of charge.

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    FREIGHTLINER — FREIGHTLINER, FCCC, WESTERN STAR CUSTOM CHASS S2, CASCADIA, MT45, XC CHASSIS
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  • Severity pendingNHTSA·21V206000·2021-03-24

    Western Star 4700 and 5700 Ground Harness Wiring Defect

    DTNA is recalling 2019-2021 Western Star 4700 and 5700 vehicles with undersized ground harness wiring that may cause connector melting and engine stall, increasing crash risk. Owners should contact DTNA for free replacement.

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    WESTERN STAR — WESTERN STAR 4700, 5700
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  • Severity pendingNHTSA·20V660000·2020-10-27

    Suspension snap-ring failure could cause wheel separation on Western Star 4700

    Daimler Trucks is recalling certain 2021 Western Star and Freightliner commercial trucks because the steer axle spindle nut snap-ring may be missing or improperly installed, potentially causing wheel separation and increased crash risk.

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    FREIGHTLINER — FREIGHTLINER, WESTERN STAR CASCADIA, 4900, 5700, 108SD
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  • Severity pendingNHTSA·20V281000·2020-05-18

    Western Star 4700 and 5700 trucks recalled for ground harness wiring defect

    DTNA is recalling certain 2019-2021 Western Star 4700 and 5700 trucks. An undersized wire in the ground harness may cause a melted connector, leading to engine stall and increasing crash risk.

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    WESTERN STAR — WESTERN STAR 4700, 5700
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  • Severity pendingNHTSA·20V127000·2020-03-03

    Daimler Trucks Recalls 2019-2020 Vehicles for Brake Caliper Bolt Issue

    Daimler Trucks North America is recalling 2,585 2019-2020 trucks because brake caliper mounting bolts may be loose, increasing crash risk.

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    WESTERN STAR — WESTERN STAR, FREIGHTLINER, FCCC 4700, 5700, BUSINESS CLASS M2, XBR
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  • Severity pendingNHTSA·19V769000·2019-10-25

    Western Star 4700 Recalled for Steering Shaft Installation Defect

    Daimler Trucks North America is recalling 2020 Western Star 4700 vehicles because an improperly installed steering shaft could disconnect from the front axle, causing loss of steering control.

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    WESTERN STAR — WESTERN STAR 4700
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  • Severity pendingNHTSA·19V370000·2019-05-14

    Daimler Trucks Recalls 741 Vehicles for Insufficient Brake Air Reservoir Capacity

    Daimler Trucks North America is recalling 741 Freightliner, Sterling, and Western Star trucks because insufficient air reservoir capacity may reduce brake effectiveness and increase crash risk.

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    STERLING — STERLING, FREIGHTLINER, WESTERN STAR ACTERRA, LT9500, L8500, CLASSIC XL
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  • Severity pendingNHTSA·18V913000·2018-12-19

    Daimler Trucks Recalls Freightliner and Western Star Models for Steering Defect

    Daimler Trucks is recalling 2017-2019 Freightliner and Western Star trucks because loose steering bolts may cause loss of vehicle control.

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    FREIGHTLINER — FREIGHTLINER, FCCC, WESTERN STAR BUSINESS CLASS M2, 108SD, S2G, 114SD
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  • Severity pendingNHTSA·18V703000·2018-10-05

    Daimler Trucks Recalls 2018-2019 Models for Loose Brake Caliper Bolts

    Daimler Trucks North America is recalling 2018-2019 Freightliner, Western Star, and FCCC trucks because brake caliper mounting bolts may be insufficiently tightened, increasing crash risk.

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    FREIGHTLINER — FREIGHTLINER, FCCC, WESTERN STAR 114SD, XBS, XCM, XCP
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  • Severity pendingNHTSA·18V641000·2018-09-19

    Daimler Trucks Recalls 2019 Freightliner and Western Star Trucks for Tire Defect

    Daimler Trucks is recalling 2019 Freightliner and Western Star trucks because exposed tire sidewall steel cords may cause rapid air loss, increasing crash risk.

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    FREIGHTLINER — FREIGHTLINER, WESTERN STAR BUSINESS CLASS M2, 4900, 4700, 108SD
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  • Severity pendingNHTSA·18V353000·2018-05-29

    Daimler Trucks Recalls 2017-2019 Models for Brake Caliper Bolt Issue

    Daimler Trucks North America is recalling 8,741 trucks because brake caliper mounting bolts may be insufficiently tightened, potentially reducing braking performance and increasing crash risk.

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    WESTERN STAR — WESTERN STAR, FREIGHTLINER, FCCC 5700, 4900, 4700, 108SD
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  • Severity pendingNHTSA·18V191000·2018-03-26

    Western Star Trucks Recalled for Electrical Arc Fire Risk

    Daimler Trucks North America is recalling 2017-2019 Western Star trucks because a power stud may contact the bulkhead, causing an electrical arc that increases fire risk.

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    WESTERN STAR — WESTERN STAR 6900, 4900, 4700, 5700
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    Vehicle
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    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·17V588000·2017-09-21

    Daimler Recalls Western Star 4700 Trucks for Battery Cable Fire Risk

    Daimler Trucks North America is recalling 2013-2018 Western Star 4700 trucks because a battery cable may contact the axle yoke, posing a fire risk.

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    WESTERN STAR — WESTERN STAR 4700
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  • Severity pendingNHTSA·16V634000·2016-08-31

    Daimler Trucks Recalls 2014-2017 Models Due to Front Axle Hub Failure Risk

    Daimler Trucks North America is recalling specific 2014-2017 Freightliner and Western Star trucks because front axle hubs may fail, causing the wheel to separate from the axle.

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    WESTERN STAR — WESTERN STAR, FREIGHTLINER 4800, 5700, 108SD, CASCADIA
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  • Severity pendingNHTSA·15V620000·2015-10-02

    Daimler Trucks Recalls 2016 Freightliner and Western Star Vehicles for Engine Stalling

    Daimler Trucks is recalling 2016 Freightliner, Western Star, and Thomas Built Buses vehicles because a faulty engine control module may cause the engine to stall without warning, increasing crash risk.

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    FREIGHTLINER — FREIGHTLINER, THOMAS BUILT BUSES, WESTERN STAR 122SD, MT55, BUSINESS CLASS M2, 114SD
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  • Severity pendingNHTSA·15V617000·2015-10-01

    Daimler Trucks Recalls 2015-2016 Freightliner and Western Star Trucks

    Daimler Trucks is recalling 2015-2016 Freightliner and Western Star trucks because the transmission may lock or cause the vehicle to move backward unexpectedly.

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    FREIGHTLINER — FREIGHTLINER, WESTERN STAR 114SD, BUSINESS CLASS M2, 108SD, CASCADIA
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  • Severity pendingNHTSA·15V185000·2015-03-30

    Daimler Trucks Recalls 2015 Freightliner and Western Star Trucks for Brake Defect

    Daimler Trucks North America is recalling 3,732 model year 2015 Freightliner and Western Star trucks because improperly seated brake chamber diaphragms may cause brake drag and loss of vehicle control.

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    FREIGHTLINER — FREIGHTLINER, WESTERN STAR 114SD, 4900, BUSINESS CLASS M2, CORONADO
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  • Severity pendingNHTSA·14V758000·2014-11-28

    Daimler Trucks Recalls 2015 Models Due to Brake Drag Risk

    Daimler Trucks North America is recalling 1,580 model year 2015 trucks because an improperly seated brake chamber diaphragm may cause brake drag, increasing the risk of a crash.

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    WESTERN STAR — WESTERN STAR, FREIGHTLINER 4700, COLUMBIA GLIDER, 108SD, CORONADO
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  • Severity pendingNHTSA·14V566000·2014-09-17

    Daimler Trucks Recalls 2015 Freightliner and FCCC Vehicles for Fuel Filter Defect

    Daimler Trucks is recalling 6,759 model year 2015 Freightliner, FCCC, Thomas Built Buses, and Western Star vehicles because a fuel filter component may separate, causing the engine to stall without warning.

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    FCCC — FCCC, FREIGHTLINER, THOMAS BUILT BUSES MT45, XCS, XCM, 108SD
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    Vehicle
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    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·12V405000·2012-08-16

    Daimler Trucks Recalls 2009-2012 Freightliner, Sterling, and Western Star Models

    Daimler Trucks North America is recalling 1,663 heavy-duty trucks because air tank brackets may crack and separate, creating a road debris hazard.

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    FREIGHTLINER — FREIGHTLINER, WESTERN STAR, STERLING 114SD, 4700, BUSINESS CLASS M2, CORONADO
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  • Severity pendingNHTSA·12V074000·2012-02-28

    Daimler Trucks Recalls 103,437 Vehicles for Fuel Line Leak Risk

    Daimler Trucks North America is recalling 103,437 Freightliner, Sterling, and Western Star vehicles because a fuel line support system may loosen, causing leaks that increase crash and fire risks.

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    WESTERN STAR — WESTERN STAR, FREIGHTLINER, STERLING 6900, CENTURY, COLUMBIA, 4700
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  • Severity pendingNHTSA·25V760000·2025-11-04

    Western Star and Freightliner trucks recalled for loose axle fasteners

    Daimler Trucks North America is recalling certain 2020–2026 Western Star and Freightliner commercial trucks because axle clamp fasteners may be loose, increasing the risk of loss of vehicle control and crash.

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    FREIGHTLINER — FREIGHTLINER, WESTERN STAR 108SD, 114SD, 122SD, BUSINESS CLASS M2
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    Vehicle
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  • Severity pendingNHTSA·23V299000·2023-04-26

    Multiple Freightliner and Western Star Trucks Recalled for Electronic Stability Control Defect

    Daimler Trucks is recalling certain 2020-2024 Freightliner and Western Star trucks with an electronic stability control system that may cause understeering, increasing crash risk. Free tire replacement is being offered.

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    FREIGHTLINER — FREIGHTLINER, WESTERN STAR CLASSIC CASCADIA, CASCADIA, BUSINESS CLASS M2, 4700
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    Vehicle
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  • Severity pendingNHTSA·23V238000·2023-04-04

    Tie rod fastener defect in commercial trucks risks steering failure

    Daimler Trucks is recalling commercial vehicles with a tie rod that may be missing a fastener, allowing the steer arm to detach and causing potential loss of steering control.

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    FCCC — FCCC, FREIGHTLINER, WESTERN STAR MT50E, 114SD, M2, 4700
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    Vehicle
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  • Severity pendingNHTSA·22V919000·2022-12-12

    Freightliner and Western Star trucks recalled for tire incompatibility

    Daimler Trucks is recalling certain Freightliner and Western Star commercial trucks with tires incompatible with their 8.25-inch rims. Incompatible tires can reduce performance and increase crash risk.

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    FREIGHTLINER — FREIGHTLINER, WESTERN STAR 122SD, 114SD, BUSINESS CLASS M2, 4900
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    Vehicle
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  • Severity pendingNHTSA·22V554000·2022-07-29

    2023 Western Star and Freightliner trucks recalled for engine control module defect

    Daimler Trucks North America is recalling 1,375 certain 2023 Western Star and Freightliner commercial trucks due to engine control module defects that can cause unexpected engine shutdown, increasing crash risk.

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    FCCC — FCCC, FREIGHTLINER, WESTERN STAR XCR, S2C 106CAB, S2RV 106CAB, XCM
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  • Severity pendingNHTSA·22V338000·2022-05-16

    Commercial trucks recalled for incorrect gross axle weight labels

    Daimler Trucks is recalling commercial trucks with incorrect weight-rating labels that could allow unsafe overloading. Dealers will replace the labels free of charge.

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    WESTERN STAR — WESTERN STAR, FREIGHTLINER 4900, 4700, 5700, NEW CASCADIA
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  • Severity pendingNHTSA·22V269000·2022-04-20

    Daimler Trucks Recalls 2022 Western Star 4900 and 4700 for Seat Belt Defect

    Daimler Trucks North America is recalling 2022 Western Star 4900 and 4700 trucks because seat belts may not be secured properly, increasing injury risk in crashes.

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    WESTERN STAR — WESTERN STAR 4900, 4700
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    Vehicle
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    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·21V965000·2021-12-13

    Western Star and Freightliner Trucks Fuel Tubes May Crack, Fire Risk

    Fuel tubes in certain 2019–2022 Western Star, Freightliner, and FCCC trucks may crack, causing high-pressure fuel leaks that could ignite. DTNA is offering free replacement of fuel tubes and installation of vibration isolators.

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    WESTERN STAR — WESTERN STAR, FREIGHTLINER, FCCC 4700, 114SD, 49X, 47X
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  • Severity pendingNHTSA·21V896000·2021-11-17

    Freightliner and Western Star trucks recalled for unapproved tires and wheels

    Daimler Trucks North America is recalling Freightliner 108SD, 114SD, Coronado, and Western Star trucks from model years 2012-2022 due to unapproved tires and rims that do not meet federal safety standards.

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    WESTERN STAR — WESTERN STAR, FREIGHTLINER 49X, 4900, 4700, 114SD
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  • Severity pendingNHTSA·21V326000·2021-05-07

    Western Star 4700 and Freightliner fuel rail defect recall

    Daimler Trucks North America recalls 2018-2021 Western Star 4700 and Freightliner trucks due to fuel rail assembly defects that could leak and cause fires in certain conditions.

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    FREIGHTLINER — FREIGHTLINER, FCCC, WESTERN STAR 108SD, XB CHASSIS, XC CHASSIS, 114SD
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  • Severity pendingNHTSA·21V209000·2021-03-24

    2021 Western Star 4700 and Freightliner Cascadia clutch assembly recall

    Daimler Trucks North America recalls certain 2021 Western Star 4700 and Freightliner Cascadia vehicles because the clutch flange may break, causing clutch disengagement and crash risk. Dealers will replace the clutch assembly free of charge.

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    WESTERN STAR — WESTERN STAR, FREIGHTLINER 4700, CASCADIA
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  • Severity pendingNHTSA·21V018000·2021-01-20

    2021 Western Star and Freightliner trucks recalled for brake caliper mounting defect

    Commercial trucks from multiple manufacturers may have incorrectly tightened brake caliper mounting bolts, reducing braking effectiveness. Daimler Trucks North America will notify owners for free inspection and repair.

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    FCCC — FCCC, FREIGHTLINER, WESTERN STAR XCP, XCS, XCL, XCM
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  • Severity pendingNHTSA·20V634000·2020-10-14

    Commercial trucks recalled for incorrect axle weight rating labels

    Daimler Trucks North America is recalling approximately 53 units of 2020-2021 Western Star and Freightliner commercial trucks due to incorrect Gross Axle Weight Rating information on vehicle certification labels. This could lead to axle overloading and increased crash risk.

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    WESTERN STAR — WESTERN STAR, FREIGHTLINER 4700, 4900, 108SD, 114SD
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  • Severity pendingNHTSA·20V539000·2020-09-03

    Western Star and Freightliner trucks recalled for suspension hardware defect

    Daimler Trucks recalls 2020-2021 Western Star 4700 and 4900, and Freightliner 114SD and 122SD trucks due to suspension axle hardware that may be insufficiently long to engage locking nuts, creating road hazards and crash risk.

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    FREIGHTLINER — FREIGHTLINER, WESTERN STAR 122SD, 4900, 114SD, 4700
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  • Severity pendingNHTSA·20V211000·2020-04-10

    Freightliner and Western Star trucks recalled for incorrect weight rating labels

    Daimler Trucks North America is recalling 2020-2021 Freightliner and Western Star commercial trucks with incorrect weight-rating labels. Incorrectly labeled trucks could be overloaded, increasing crash risk.

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    FREIGHTLINER — FREIGHTLINER, WESTERN STAR CORONADO, 114SD, 4700, 4900
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  • Severity pendingNHTSA·19V171000·2019-03-05

    2019 Western Star Trucks Recalled for Odometer Unit Labeling Error

    Daimler Trucks North America is recalling 2019 Western Star 4700 and 4900 trucks because the odometer displays miles but tracks kilometers, potentially causing driver confusion.

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    WESTERN STAR — WESTERN STAR 4700, 4900
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  • Severity pendingNHTSA·17V810000·2017-12-15

    Daimler Trucks Recalls 2002-2017 Models for Defective Fire Extinguishers

    Daimler Trucks North America is recalling 2002-2017 Freightliner and Western Star trucks because the installed fire extinguishers may clog, require excessive force to activate, or detach nozzles, posing injury risks.

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    WESTERN STAR — WESTERN STAR, FREIGHTLINER 5700, 4700, 4900, CASCADIA
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  • Severity pendingNHTSA·17V761000·2017-11-27

    Daimler Recalls 2008-2018 Trucks for Brake Light Switch Defect

    Daimler Trucks North America is recalling 2008-2018 Freightliner and Western Star trucks because the brake light switch may fail to activate lights after hard braking, increasing crash risk.

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    WESTERN STAR — WESTERN STAR, FREIGHTLINER 5700, 4900, 4700, CASCADIA
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  • Severity pendingNHTSA·17V452000·2017-07-17

    Daimler Trucks Recalls 2018 Freightliner and Western Star Models for Tow Hook Defect

    Daimler Trucks North America is recalling 2,483 2018 Freightliner and Western Star trucks because their tow hooks may fail during recovery operations, increasing the risk of injury.

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    FREIGHTLINER — FREIGHTLINER, WESTERN STAR M2 BUSINESS CLASS, 122SD, CASCADIA, 114SD
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  • Severity pendingNHTSA·15V182000·2015-03-27

    Western Star Trucks Recall Fire Extinguishers That May Fail to Discharge

    Daimler Trucks North America is recalling 2014-2015 Western Star trucks equipped with certain Kidde fire extinguishers that may not fully discharge.

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    WESTERN STAR — WESTERN STAR 5700, 4900, 6900, 4700
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  • Severity pendingNHTSA·13V604000·2013-11-29

    Daimler Trucks Recalls 2014 Freightliner and Western Star Models for Seat Belt Defect

    Daimler Trucks North America is recalling 26,310 model year 2014 Freightliner and Western Star trucks because seat belt buckles may fail to release properly, hindering emergency egress.

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    FREIGHTLINER — FREIGHTLINER, WESTERN STAR CASCADIA, 6900, CORONADO, 108SD
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