Recall
Western Star 4900 — 20V211000
NHTSA ID
20V211000
Make
Western Star
Model
4900
Years Affected
2021
Recall Date
2020-04-10
Component
EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
Units Affected
89
Completion Rate
—
Mfr Campaign No.
FL847
Summary
Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2020 Freightliner 108SD and 2020-2021 Freightliner Coronado, 114SD, and Western Star 4700 and 4900 vehicles. The Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) on the certification label may be incorrect, possibly resulting in the vehicle being overloaded. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 120, "Wheels and Rims - Other Than Passenger Cars."
Consequence
An overloaded vehicle can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will update the GAWR labels, free of charge. The recall began May 28, 2020. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL847.