2021 Western Star 57X recalls and problems
The 2021 Western Star 57X has 2 safety recalls. Recall repairs are free at any Western Star dealer.
Recalls may cover only some 2021 Western Star 57X vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.
2021 Western Star 57X recalls
Recall 22V-817: Service Brakes, Air, Forward Collision Avoidance
Problem: Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2017-2023 Freightliner Cascadia, 2020-2022 Freightliner Business Class M2, and 2022 Freightliner 114SD, and 2020-2023 Western Star 49X, 2021-2023 Western Star 47X, and 2021-2022 Western Star 57X vehicles. The brake modulator valves on the front axle may corrode and cause the vehicle to pull to the affected side during an Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) braking event.
Risk: Brakes that pull to one side during an ACC braking event may cause a sudden change in vehicle direction, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the front brake modulator valves, as necessary. Some vehicles will have a software update which will alert driver when a replacement is required. All repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning October 16, 2023. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-958. This recall expands and replaces previous recall 20V-390. All vehicles previously repaired under recall 20V-390 will need to have the new remedy performed.
Recall 22V-227: Structure
Problem: 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.
Risk: A detached side air intake cover may cause a road hazard and increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: 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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Frequently asked questions
Does the 2021 Western Star 57X have any recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2021 Western Star 57X: 22V-817 (service brakes, air, forward collision avoidance), 22V-227 (structure). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
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.