2022 Western Star 5700 recalls and problems

The 2022 Western Star 5700 has 3 safety recalls and 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Western Star dealer.

Recalls
3
Complaints
1
Crashes / fires
0 / 0
Injuries / deaths
2 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2022 Western Star 5700 vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2022 Western Star 5700 recalls

Recall 22V-338: Equipment

Reported May 16, 2022 · 185 vehicles affected · Daimler Trucks North America, LLC

Problem: Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2020 Freightliner Cascadia, 2020-2022 Western Star 4700 and 5700, 2022 Western Star 4900, and 2020-2023 Freightliner New Cascadia vehicles. The Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) listed on the Federal Certification Label is incorrect, which can allow the vehicle to be overloaded. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of 49 CFR Part 567, "Certification."

Risk: An overloaded vehicle can increase the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will be replace the GAWR labels, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 14, 2022. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-933.

Recall 21V-369: Steering

Reported May 19, 2021 · 8,482 vehicles affected · Daimler Trucks North America, LLC

Problem: Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Freightliner 114SD, 122SD, Business Class M2, Cascadia, 108SD, Western Star 4900, 4700, 5700, Custom Chass RV Chassis, Custom Chass S2 Chassis, Custom Chass XC Chassis, Custom Chass XB Chassis, and Custom Chass MT Chassis. The tie rod clamps may be loose, which could result in loose tie rod ends that could break or detach.

Risk: Detached or broken tie rod ends can result in steering loss, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will replace the tie rod clamp bolts and nuts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 23, 2021. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-888.

Recall 21V-256: Steering

Reported Apr 12, 2021 · 12,470 vehicles affected · Daimler Trucks North America, LLC

Problem: Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Freightliner Cascadia, Business Class M2, 114SD, 108SD, 122SD, Custom Chass S2 Chassis, Custom Chass XB Chassis, Custom Chass XC Chassis, and Custom Chass MT Chassis Western Star 4700, 4900, 5700 vehicles. The steering arm and tie rod bolts may have a defective seam that can fracture.

Risk: A fractured bolt may cause a loss of steering, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the tie rod arm and steering arm bolts, free of charge. The recall began on June 10, 2021. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-884.

2022 Western Star 5700 problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Service Brakes1
Forward Collision Avoidance1
Vehicle Speed Control1

Most reported parts

  • Forward Collision Avoidance › Automatic Emergency Braking — 1

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2022 Western Star 5700 complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Service Brakes · reported Jun 1, 2023
We ordered a Western Star WITHOUT collision mitigation and when we got the truck it had a WABCO CMS. We have had nothing but problems of hard breaking on overpasses and bridges and false readings of cars on the other side of highway. The truck has been in FYDA Freightliner for about a month total and they "can't find anything wrong". Their suggestion was us to remove a bullguard and drive a few runs without it. The truck is inconsistent with it's safety feature, which again we have complained about since day ONE since we didn't want it to begin with.

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2022 Western Star 5700 have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2022 Western Star 5700: 22V-338 (equipment), 21V-369 (steering), 21V-256 (steering). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2022 Western Star 5700?

Owners report service brakes problems most often (1 reports), followed by forward collision avoidance (1).

Are Western Star recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Western Star dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.