repaired · 2022 Q2
Defroster/defogger/hvac system: rear window
Risk. If the vent window detaches while the vehicle is in motion, it can become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
2016 Western Star 5700Problems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 0 owner complaints about the 2016 Western Star 5700. It is covered by 5 safety recalls, and for recall 17V-810 the manufacturer reports only 1% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through November 4, 2019. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2016 Western Star 5700 has problems
0 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
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Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
5 recalls
2016 Western Star 5700 recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
repaired · 2019 Q3
Equipment
Risk. In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.
repaired · 2019 Q3
Exterior lighting: brake lights
Risk. If the brake lights fail to illuminate, there would not be a signal to other motorists that the vehicle is slowing, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2018 Q2
Seat belts
Risk. If the plate has a hole that is too big, the plate may fail when it stressed such as in the event of a crash, preventing the seat belt from adequately…
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repaired · 2018 Q1
Power train: axle hubs
Risk. If a wheel separates from the axle, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Western Star.
Best & worst years
2016 vs. every other 5700 year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the 5700 median. How we score
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- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
1 investigation
NHTSA defect investigations
Federal investigations that included the 2016 Western Star 5700, and the recalls they led to.
- Daimler Trucks North America RecallsNo recall
Own a 2016 5700?
Decode your VIN to see the recalls for your exact car, then confirm open recalls with NHTSA.