Western Star 4900 recalled over injury risk

Recall date

April 10, 2020

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Daimler Trucks North America, LLC recalls 2020–2021 Western Star, Freightliner — 5 models

Recall number

20V211000

Brand / firm

Western Star, Freightliner

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 89 units

Why it was recalled

An overloaded vehicle can increase the risk of a crash.

What was recalled

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."

What to do

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.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.