Recall 22V227000

STRUCTURE:BODY

Report Date
20220407
Component
STRUCTURE:BODY
Affected Vehicles
9 models

Defect Description

Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Western Star 47X, 2020-2023 Western Star 49X, and 2021-2022 Western Star 57X vehicles equipped with side air intakes on the hood. The stainless steel cover on the side air intake may loosen and detach from the vehicle.

Safety Consequence

A detached side air intake cover may cause a road hazard and increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the stainless steel cover, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 8, 2022. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-925.

Affected Vehicles

Year Make Model
2020 WESTERN STAR 49X
2021 WESTERN STAR 47X
2021 WESTERN STAR 49X
2021 WESTERN STAR 57X
2022 WESTERN STAR 47X
2022 WESTERN STAR 49X
2022 WESTERN STAR 57X
2023 WESTERN STAR 47X
2023 WESTERN STAR 49X

Check your vehicle: Visit NHTSA.gov and enter your VIN to see if your specific vehicle is affected.