Windshield wiper/washer: linkagesRecall 22V-230 · Western Star vehicles

Daimler Trucks North America, LLC recall 22V-230 covers 689 Western Star vehicles for a windshield wiper/washer: linkages problem, reported to NHTSA on April 8, 2022. The manufacturer's latest report (2024 Q1) shows 87% of affected vehicles repaired.

87%
Vehicles repaired602 of 689 · 2024 Q1
Vehicles affected6892 models
ReportedApr 8, 2022Owners notified Jun 6, 2022
Complaints since0Same system, after the recall

Source: NHTSA recall 22V230000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.

What's wrong

The problem

Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Western Star 49X and 2021 Western Star 47X vehicles. The windshield wiper linkages may break, causing the windshield wipers to fail.

The risk

Inoperative windshield wipers can reduce visibility in certain driving conditions, increasing the risk of a crash.

What to do

The fix

Dealers will inspect and replace the windshield wiper arm and linkage parts, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 6, 2022. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-926.

Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Repair progress

How fast cars are being fixed

87%repaired

Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA.

0%50%100%2022 Q22024 Q1
2 models

Vehicles in this recall