Daimler Trucks North America – Side Air Intake Cover May Detach

Daimler Trucks North America (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.


Report Received Date 04/07/2022
NHTSA ID 22V227000
Consequence Summary A detached side air intake cover may cause a road hazard and increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action 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.
Recall Code FL-925
Potentially Affected 2284
Fire Risk When Parked No
Do Not Drive No
Recall Link Go to Recall (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=22V227000)