Recall 24V013000: 2023 Western Star 6900 and 1 other model

Report received

Jan 10, 2024

Manufacturer

Daimler Trucks North America, LLC

Potentially affected

149vehicles

Model years

2023

Check your own vehicle. A recall applies only to vehicles within the affected build range. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.

What NHTSA recorded

Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2023 Western Star 4900 and Western Star 6900 vehicles. A defect in the inversion valve may delay park brake engagement, which could allow the vehicle to move unintentionally. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 121, "Air Brake Systems."

Possible consequence

Unintentional vehicle movement can increase the risk of a crash or injury.

Remedy

DTNA will inspect and replace the inversion valves, as necessary free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 27, 2024. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL992.

Affected model years

Pages for each model year show complaints, parts, mileage and other recalls.

• 2023 Western Star 49000 complaints
• 2023 Western Star 69000 complaints