2017 WESTERN STAR 5700 RECALL - #20V214000
RECALL FOR EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2006-2020 Freightliner Columbia, 2006-2021 Freightliner Business Class M2, 2007-2020 Freightliner Coronado, 2014-2021 Freightliner 122 SD, 2007 Sterling A 9500, 2006 Freightliner Argosy, 2006-2007 Sterling AT9500, 2008-2021 Freightliner Cascadia, 2006-2008 Freightliner Classic, 2006-2011 Freightliner Century Class, 2006-2010 Freightliner FLD, and 2017 Western Star 5700 vehicles. The rear reflective tape may be partially covered by the mudflap hanger bracket, which may reduce the vehicle's visibility to other drivers on the road. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Information provided by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
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| Vehicle |
2017 WESTERN STAR 5700 |
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| Manufacturer |
Daimler Trucks North America LLC |
| Manufactured between |
1/1/1900 - 1/1/1900 |
| Recalled on |
4/15/2020 |
| Influenced by |
Daimler Trucks North America LLC |
| Owners Notified on |
5/29/2020 |
| # Affected |
63,175 |
| Recalled for |
EXTERIOR LIGHTING |
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| Description |
Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2006-2020 Freightliner Columbia, 2006-2021 Freightliner Business Class M2, 2007-2020 Freightliner Coronado, 2014-2021 Freightliner 122 SD, 2007 Sterling A 9500, 2006 Freightliner Argosy, 2006-2007 Sterling AT9500, 2008-2021 Freightliner Cascadia, 2006-2008 Freightliner Classic, 2006-2011 Freightliner Century Class, 2006-2010 Freightliner FLD, and 2017 Western Star 5700 vehicles. The rear reflective tape may be partially covered by the mudflap hanger bracket, which may reduce the vehicle's visibility to other drivers on the road. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment." |
| Consequences |
The vehicle's rearward visibility may be reduced, increasing the risk of a crash. |
| Corrective action |
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and reposition the reflective tape to ensure that it is completely visible, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began May 29, 2020. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL848. |
| 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. |
| See also |
2017 WESTERN STAR 5700 Recall for POWER TRAIN, AXLE HUBS
2017 WESTERN STAR 5700 Recall for SEAT BELTS
2017 WESTERN STAR 5700 Recall for POWER TRAIN, AXLE ASSEMBLY
2017 WESTERN STAR 5700 Recall for EXTERIOR LIGHTING, BRAKE LIGHTS
2017 WESTERN STAR 5700 Recall for EXTERIOR LIGHTING, BRAKE LIGHTS, SWITCH
2017 WESTERN STAR 5700 Recall for EQUIPMENT
2017 WESTERN STAR 5700 Recall for ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, WIRING
2017 WESTERN STAR 5700 Recall for SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC, FOUNDATION COMPONENTS, DISC, CALIPER
2017 WESTERN STAR 5700 Recall for STEERING
2017 WESTERN STAR 5700 Recall for STEERING, LINKAGES, TIE ROD ASSEMBLY
2017 WESTERN STAR 5700 Recall for SUSPENSION, FRONT, CONTROL ARM
2017 WESTERN STAR 5700 Recall for STRUCTURE, BODY, DOOR
2017 WESTERN STAR 5700 Recall for VISIBILITY, DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM, REAR WINDOW
2017 WESTERN STAR 5700 Recall for ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, WIRING
2017 WESTERN STAR 5700 Recall for ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, WIRING
2017 WESTERN STAR 5700 Recall for ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, WIRING
2017 WESTERN STAR 5700 Recall for ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, WIRING
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