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2020 Western Star 4900 recalls

Every recall Transport Canada has on file, back to 1975, in plain English. Recall repairs are always free at a manufacturer dealer, however old the vehicle is.

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Recalls on record for a 2020 Western Star 4900

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7 current recalls

Tires

Transport Canada recall 2022715 · manufacturer campaign FL-962

12 December 2022

Transport Canada lists: 108 2019–2023 · 114 2019–2023 · Business 2019–2023 · 4700 2019–2023 · and 1 more

What is wrong

Certain trucks were built with tires that are not approved for use with the truck's wheels. As a result, the tires may not perform properly, or a tire could fail.

Why it matters

A tire failure could cause a loss of control and increase the risk of a crash.

What the dealer will do

Daimler Truck North America (DTNA) will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your truck to a DTNA authorized service facility to replace the affected tires.

16 vehicles affected in CanadaTruck - Med. & H.D.Compliance Mfr

Tires

Transport Canada recall 2021706 · manufacturer campaign FL-908

17 November 2021

Transport Canada lists: 108 2011–2022 · 114 2011–2022 · Business 2011–2022 · 4700 2011–2022 · and 1 more

What is wrong

Certain trucks were built with tires that are not approved for use with the truck's wheels. As a result, the tires may not perform properly, or a tire could fail.

Why it matters

A tire failure could cause a loss of control and increase the risk of a crash.

What the dealer will do

Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA) will notify owners by mail. The corrective actions for this recall are under development. You will be instructed to bring your truck to a DTNA authorized service facility when a repair is available.

948 vehicles affected in CanadaTruck - Med. & H.D.Compliance Mfr

Structure

Transport Canada recall 2020551 · manufacturer campaign RP0003

12 November 2020

Transport Canada lists: 114 2018–2020 · Business 2019 · HV 2019–2021 · HX 2019–2020 · and 12 more

What is wrong

On certain trucks, the welds that attach the trailer hitch may crack due to improper welding. As a result, the hitch could detach from the truck while towing a trailer. Note: This recall only affects certain trucks with trailer hitches installed by Commercial Truck Equipment.

Why it matters

A trailer that detaches from a truck could create a risk of a crash.

What the dealer will do

Commercial Truck Equipment will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your truck to a dealer to inspect the trailer hitch and repair or replace it, as necessary. You should stop using the trailer hitch until the inspection and repair have been completed.

91 vehicles affected in CanadaTruck - Med. & H.D.Safety Mfr

Label

Transport Canada recall 2020155 · manufacturer campaign FL-847

9 April 2020

Transport Canada lists: 4900 2020

What is wrong

On certain trucks, the compliance label lists an incorrect Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR). This could lead to overloading and cause poor handling or a tire failure.

Why it matters

Poor handling or a tire failure could cause a loss of control and result in a crash.

What the dealer will do

Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA) will notify owners by mail and instruct them to take the truck to a DTNA authorized service facility to install a label with the correct GAWR. For one of the involved trucks, the tires will also be replaced.

5 vehicles affected in CanadaTruck - Med. & H.D.Compliance Mfr

Structure

Transport Canada recall 2019552 · manufacturer campaign FL-836

4 November 2019

Transport Canada lists: 4900 2016–2020 · 5700 2016–2020

What is wrong

On certain trucks, the strut-rod for the sleeper cab vent windows may not be properly attached. This could cause the vent window to over rotate and detach from the vehicle.

Why it matters

A window that separates from a moving vehicle could create a hazard for other drivers and nearby people.

What the dealer will do

The company will notify owners by mail and instruct them to take their vehicle to a Daimler Trucks of North America authorized service facility to replace the vent windows.

2,078 vehicles affected in CanadaTruck - Med. & H.D.Safety Mfr

Structure

Transport Canada recall 2019508 · manufacturer campaign FL-834

10 October 2019

Transport Canada lists: 4900 2017–2020 · 5700 2017–2020

What is wrong

On certain trucks, the baggage and/or sleeper side doors may not be properly attached to their hinges. This could cause the door(s) to detach while driving.

Why it matters

A baggage and/or sleeper side door that falls from the truck could create a road hazard for others and increase the risk of a crash.

What the dealer will do

Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA) will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a DTNA authorized service facility to install two reinforcement clips on each baggage and sleeper door hinge.

2,427 vehicles affected in CanadaTruck - Med. & H.D.Safety Mfr

Lights And Instruments

Transport Canada recall 2019499 · manufacturer campaign FL-831

4 October 2019

Transport Canada lists: 4700 2020 · 4900 2020

What is wrong

On certain trucks, the warning indicator for low air brake pressure shows “BRAKE AIR” instead of a low brake pressure symbol. Recent changes to Canadian regulations require this symbol to be used. Note: This recall only affect trucks equipped with an ICU4Me or a Light Bar Cluster configuration.

Why it matters

While there is a low risk to safety, as per Canadian regulations, the indicator must use common symbols, instead of words, to avoid driver confusion.

What the dealer will do

The company will notify owners by mail and instruct them to take their vehicle to a Daimler Trucks of North America authorized service facility to replace the instrument cluster panel.

26 vehicles affected in CanadaTruck - Med. & H.D.Compliance Mfr

Source: Vehicle recalls — Transport Canada. Data current as of 30 July 2026. 17,913 recalls, refreshed daily from Transport Canada’s 60-day feed. CarMonitor is not affiliated with Transport Canada or any manufacturer.