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Western Star 5700

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

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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.

    Product
    WESTERN STAR — WESTERN STAR 4900, 5700, 4700, 6900
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    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • 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.

    Product
    FCCC — FCCC, WESTERN STAR, FREIGHTLINER XB CHASSIS, S2, MT CHASSIS, 5700
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    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • 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.

    Product
    FREIGHTLINER — FREIGHTLINER, FCCC, WESTERN STAR CUSTOM CHASS S2, CASCADIA, MT45, XC CHASSIS
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    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • 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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    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • 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.

    Product
    FREIGHTLINER — FREIGHTLINER, WESTERN STAR CASCADIA, 4900, 5700, 108SD
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    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • 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.

    Product
    WESTERN STAR — WESTERN STAR 4700, 5700
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    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • 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.

    Product
    WESTERN STAR — WESTERN STAR, FREIGHTLINER, FCCC 4700, 5700, BUSINESS CLASS M2, XBR
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    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·19V722000·2019-10-10

    Western Star 4900 and 5700 Recall for Door Hinge Adhesive Failure

    Daimler Trucks North America is recalling 2017-2020 Western Star 4900 and 5700 trucks because the adhesive bond on side doors may fail, allowing doors to separate from the vehicle.

    Product
    WESTERN STAR — WESTERN STAR 4900, 5700
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    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·19V367000·2019-05-14

    Daimler Trucks Recalls 2019 Freightliner and Western Star Trucks for Brake Bolt Issue

    Daimler Trucks North America is recalling 253 specific 2019 heavy-duty trucks because brake caliper mounting bolts may be insufficiently tightened, potentially reducing brake effectiveness.

    Product
    FCCC — FCCC, FREIGHTLINER, WESTERN STAR XCL, XCS, CASCADIA, 108SD
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • 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.

    Product
    FREIGHTLINER — FREIGHTLINER, FCCC, WESTERN STAR BUSINESS CLASS M2, 108SD, S2G, 114SD
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • 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.

    Product
    FREIGHTLINER — FREIGHTLINER, FCCC, WESTERN STAR 114SD, XBS, XCM, XCP
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    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • 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.

    Product
    WESTERN STAR — WESTERN STAR, FREIGHTLINER, FCCC 5700, 4900, 4700, 108SD
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • 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.

    Product
    WESTERN STAR — WESTERN STAR 6900, 4900, 4700, 5700
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·17V315000·2017-05-11

    Daimler Recalls 2017 Freightliner and Western Star Trucks for Brittle Axle Shafts

    Daimler Trucks North America is recalling 2017 Freightliner Cascadia and Western Star 5700 trucks because brittle axle output shafts may fracture, increasing crash risk.

    Product
    WESTERN STAR — WESTERN STAR, FREIGHTLINER 5700, CASCADIA
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • 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.

    Product
    WESTERN STAR — WESTERN STAR, FREIGHTLINER 4800, 5700, 108SD, CASCADIA
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    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • 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.

    Product
    WESTERN STAR — WESTERN STAR, FREIGHTLINER 4900, 4700, 5700, NEW CASCADIA
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    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • 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.

    Product
    FCCC — FCCC, FREIGHTLINER, WESTERN STAR XCP, XCS, XCL, XCM
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    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·20V214000·2020-04-14

    Commercial Truck Rear Reflective Tape Obstruction Creates Visibility Risk

    Daimler Trucks is recalling certain commercial trucks where the mudflap hanger bracket partially covers rear reflective tape, reducing visibility. Owners should contact DTNA or NHTSA for free inspection and repositioning.

    Product
    FREIGHTLINER — FREIGHTLINER, STERLING, WESTERN STAR COLUMBIA, CLASSIC XL, 122SD, FLD
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·19V792000·2019-11-04

    Daimler Recalls Western Star Trucks for Detaching Vent Windows

    Daimler Trucks is recalling 2,725 Western Star 4900 and 5700 trucks because sleeper cab vent windows may detach due to improper adhesive.

    Product
    WESTERN STAR — WESTERN STAR 5700, 4900
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    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • 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.

    Product
    WESTERN STAR — WESTERN STAR, FREIGHTLINER 5700, 4700, 4900, CASCADIA
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • 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.

    Product
    WESTERN STAR — WESTERN STAR, FREIGHTLINER 5700, 4900, 4700, CASCADIA
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • 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.

    Product
    FREIGHTLINER — FREIGHTLINER, WESTERN STAR M2 BUSINESS CLASS, 122SD, CASCADIA, 114SD
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·16V711000·2016-10-05

    Western Star Trucks Recall for Seat Belt Mounting Plate Defect

    Daimler Trucks North America is recalling 2014-2017 Western Star 4900 and 5700 trucks because a seat belt mounting plate may have a hole that is too large, increasing injury risk in a crash.

    Product
    WESTERN STAR — WESTERN STAR 5700, 4900
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • 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.

    Product
    WESTERN STAR — WESTERN STAR 5700, 4900, 6900, 4700
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    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide

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