Recall
Western Star 47x — 22V230000
NHTSA ID
22V230000
Make
Western Star
Model
47x
Years Affected
2021
Recall Date
2022-04-08
Component
VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:LINKAGES
Units Affected
689
Completion Rate
—
Mfr Campaign No.
FL-926
Summary
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Western Star 49X and 2021 Western Star 47X vehicles. The windshield wiper linkages may break, causing the windshield wipers to fail.
Consequence
Inoperative windshield wipers can reduce visibility in certain driving conditions, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the windshield wiper arm and linkage parts, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 6, 2022. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-926.