Recall
Western Star 4900 — 19V792000
NHTSA ID
19V792000
Make
Western Star
Model
4900
Years Affected
2016
Recall Date
2019-11-04
Component
VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:REAR WINDOW
Units Affected
2,725
Completion Rate
—
Mfr Campaign No.
FL-836
Summary
Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2016-2020 Western Star 4900 and 5700 vehicles equipped with sleeper cab vent windows. Due to improper adhesive, the vent window may detach from the vehicle.
Consequence
If the vent window detaches while the vehicle is in motion, it can become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the vent windows, free of charge. DTNA issued owners an interim notification on December 27, 2019. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-836.