Western Star 49X: Visual System

Affects Western Star 49X · 2021–2022 — about 365 vehicles.

The hazard

Issue: On certain trucks, the spline teeth in the windshield wiper arm(s) could wear and break. If this happens, the windshield wipers may not work properly. Safety Risk: Windshield wipers that don't not work could affect a driver's visibility and increase the risk of a crash. Corrective Actions: Daimler Truck North America (DTNA) will notify the owners by mail and instruct you to take your truck to a DTNA authorized service facility to inspect, and if necessary, replace the windshield wiper arm(s) and linkage parts.

What to do

Contact your dealer; the remedy details were not included in the filing.

Critical — crash/injury risk now High — injury risk; see remedy Moderate — fix at next service Low — minor / informational