Side air intake cover may detach
Defect Summary
Daimler trucks north america, llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2021-2023 western star 47x, 2020-2023 western star 49x, and 2021-2022 western star 57x vehicles equipped with side air intakes on the hood. the stainless steel cover on the side air intake may loosen and detach from the vehicle.
Safety Consequence
A detached side air intake cover may cause a road hazard and increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dealers will replace the stainless steel cover, free of charge. owner notification letters were mailed august 8, 2022. owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712. dtna's number for this recall is fl-925.
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Other recalls from Daimler Trucks North America, Llc or involving Structure.
FAQ: Recall 22V227000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 22V227000?
NHTSA recall 22V227000 was issued by Daimler Trucks North America, Llc on April 7, 2022. It addresses: Side air intake cover may detach. The recall affects approximately 2,284 vehicles, with the defect involving the Structure component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Daimler Trucks North America, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 22V227000 or the manufacturer campaign number FL-925. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.