NHTSA Recall 19V722000: Door (structure)
Daimler Trucks North America LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 2,547 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Western Star 4900.
| NHTSA campaign | 19V722000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | FL834 |
| Component | STRUCTURE › BODY › DOOR |
| Report received | October 10, 2019 |
| Owner notification | September 21, 2020 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2017-2020 Western Star 4900 and 5700 vehicles. The adhesive bond may fail allowing the baggage or sleeper side door to separate from the hinges.
Safety risk
A baggage or sleeper side door that separates from the vehicle while in motion can cause road debris, increasing the risk of an injury or crash.
Remedy
DTNA will notify owners and dealers will install reinforcement clips with mechanical fasteners on each baggage and sleeper door hinge, free of charge. DTNA issued owners an interim notification on December 6, 2019. The recall began September 21, 2020. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL834.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 19V722000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Western Star 4900 | 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020 |
| Western Star 5700 | 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.