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NHTSA Recall 22V269000: Critical fasteners (seat belts)

Daimler Trucks North America, LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 3 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Western Star 4700.

3
vehicles potentially affected
2
models affected
2022
owners notified (May 19)
NHTSA campaign22V269000
Manufacturer campaignFL-927
ComponentSEAT BELTS › CRITICAL FASTENERS
Report receivedApril 20, 2022
Owner notificationMay 19, 2022
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2022 Western Star 4900 and 4700 vehicles. The seat belts may not be secured properly.

Safety risk

Improperly secured seat belts may not adequately restrain an occupant in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

Remedy

All vehicles have been remedied, therefore no owner notification letters are necessary. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-927.

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.nhtsa.gov.

Vehicles covered by recall 22V269000

Make and modelModel years
Western Star 47002022
Western Star 49002022

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.