2013 Western Star 4700 | 2014 Western Star 4700 | 2015 Western Star 4700 | 2016 Western Star 4700 | 2017 Western Star 4700 | 2018 Western Star 4700 — Electrical system: 12v/24v/48v battery: cables
Published September 25, 2017 · Recall initiated: September 21, 2017
Summary
NHTSA records recall 17V588000, published September 25, 2017 and initiated September 21, 2017. Recalling firm: Daimler Trucks North America, LLC; 2013 Western Star 4700 | 2014 Western Star 4700 | 2015 Western Star 4700 | 2016 Western Star 4700 | 2017 Western Star 4700 | 2018 Western Star 4700 — Electrical system: 12v/24v/48v battery: cables.
What's the hazard
Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2013-2018 Western Star 4700 trucks. The battery cable may contact the all wheel drive axle yoke.
What to do
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the battery cables, repairing them as needed, free of charge. The recall began on November 16, 2017. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-746.
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Recall details
- Brand
- WESTERN STAR
- Model
- 4700
- Manufacturer
- Daimler Trucks North America, LLC
- Lot
- 2013 WESTERN STAR 4700 | 2014 WESTERN STAR 4700 | 2015 WESTERN STAR 4700 | 2016 WESTERN STAR 4700 | 2017 WESTERN STAR 4700 | 2018 WESTERN STAR 4700
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2013 Western Star 4700 | 2014 Western Star 4700 | 2015 Western Star 4700 | 2016 Western Star 4700 | 2017 Western Star 4700 | 2018 Western Star 4700 — Electrical system: 12v/24v/48v battery: cables recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 17V588000 on September 25, 2017. Reported hazard: Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2013-2018 Western Star 4700 trucks. The battery cable may contact the all wheel drive axle yoke.
What should I do if I have this product?
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the battery cables, repairing them as needed, free of charge. The recall began on November 16, 2017. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-746.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: WESTERN STAR. Model: 4700.