repaired · 2023 Q4
Electrical system: wiring
Risk. An electrical arc can increase the risk of a fire.
2017 Western Star 5700Problems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 0 owner complaints about the 2017 Western Star 5700. It is covered by 12 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 12, 2021. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2017 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.
12 recalls
2017 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 · 2022 Q1
Exterior lighting
Risk. The vehicle's rearward visibility may be reduced, increasing the risk of a crash.
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.
repaired · 2022 Q2
Body: door
Risk. A baggage or sleeper side door that separates from the vehicle while in motion can cause road debris, increasing the risk of an injury or crash.
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repaired · 2020 Q4
Steering
Risk. Loose tie rod arm bolts may lead to separation of the tie rod arm, resulting in a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2019 Q4
Disc: caliper
Risk. If the brake caliper mounting bolts loosen, braking performance may be reduced, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2020 Q2
Electrical system: wiring
Risk. An electrical arc can increase the risk of a fire.
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 Q4
Power train: axle assembly
Risk. If output shaft fractures while descending a grade, the compression braking will be ineffective.
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…
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
2017 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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- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
3 investigations
NHTSA defect investigations
Federal investigations that included the 2017 Western Star 5700, and the recalls they led to.
- Daimler Trucks North America RecallsNo recall
- Automatic Emergency Braking ErrorsOpen
- Automatic Emergency Braking ErrorsNo recall
Own a 2017 5700?
Decode your VIN to see the recalls for your exact car, then confirm open recalls with NHTSA.