2022–2023 Western Star 47X, Western Star 49X: Service Brakes, Air recall
NHTSA campaign 22V299000 · 15 units potentially affected · filed May 4, 2022
What's wrong
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2023 Western Star 47X and 2022-2023 49X Western Star vehicles. The caliper mounting bolts may loosen and detach, which can reduce brake performance.
Why it matters
Reduced brake performance can increase the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will be inspect and tighten the caliper mounting bolts, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 1, 2022. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-930.
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 22V299000
- Manufacturer no.
- FL-930
- Manufacturer
- Daimler Trucks North America, Llc
- Component
- SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:DISC:CALIPER
- Units affected
- 15
- Report received
- May 4, 2022
- Owner letters
- Jul 1, 2022
- Type
- Vehicle
Check whether your vehicle is included with the official NHTSA VIN lookup or your dealer. Repairs for safety recalls are free.
Vehicles covered
- Western Star 47X 2023
- Western Star 49X 2022, 2023