Western Star 5700 recalled over injury risk

Recall date

October 5, 2016

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Daimler Trucks North America, LLC recalls 2014–2017 Western Star 5700, 4900

Recall number

16V711000

Brand / firm

Western Star

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 1,944 units

Why it was recalled

If the plate has a hole that is too big, the plate may fail when it stressed such as in the event of a crash, preventing the seat belt from adequately restraining the seat occupant, increasing the risk of injury.

What was recalled

Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain model year 2014-2017 Western Star 4900 and 5700 trucks manufactured March 22, 2013, to September 23, 2016 and equipped with a Stratosphere sleeper cab. The seat belt mounting plate may have a drill hole that is too large.

What to do

DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will reinforce the seat belt mounting plate, free of charge. An interim notice was mailed to owners on December 7 2016. The final remedy is now available. A second notice was mailed to owners on February 24, 2017. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-725.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.