2018 Western Star 6900 | 2019 Western Star 6900 | 2017 Western Star 6900 | 2017 Western Star 4900 | 2017 Western Star 4700 | 2017 Western Star 5700 | 2018 Western Star 4900 | 2018 Western Star 5700 | 2018 Western Star 4700 | 2019 Western Star 4700 | 2019 Western Star 4900 | 2019 Western Star 5700 — Electrical system: wiring
Published March 26, 2018 · Recall initiated: March 26, 2018
Summary
NHTSA records recall 18V191000, published March 26, 2018. Recalling firm: Daimler Trucks North America, LLC; 2018 Western Star 6900 | 2019 Western Star 6900 | 2017 Western Star 6900 | 2017 Western Star 4900 | 2017 Western Star 4700 | 2017 Western Star 5700 | 2018 Western Star 4900 | 2018 Western Star 5700 | 2018 Western Star 4700 | 2019 Western Star 4700 | 2019 Western Star 4900 | 2019 Western Star 5700 — Electrical system: wiring.
What's the hazard
Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Western Star 4700, 4900, 5700, and 6900 trucks. The affected trucks have a power stud that passes through the bulkhead. In certain circumstances the power stud may contact the bulkhead and result in an electrical arc.
What to do
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the power stud for the proper clearance to the bulkhead, and replace it if necessary, free of charge. DTNA issued an interim notification to owners on May 23, 2018. The recall began October 29, 2018. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-766.
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Recall details
- Brand
- WESTERN STAR
- Model
- 6900
- Manufacturer
- Daimler Trucks North America, LLC
- Lot
- 2018 WESTERN STAR 6900 | 2019 WESTERN STAR 6900 | 2017 WESTERN STAR 6900 | 2017 WESTERN STAR 4900 | 2017 WESTERN STAR 4700 | 2017 WESTERN STAR 5700 | 2018 WESTERN STAR 4900 | 2018 WESTERN STAR 5700 | 2018 WESTERN STAR 4700 | 2019 WESTERN STAR 4700 | 2019 WESTERN STAR 4900 | 2019 WESTERN STAR 5700
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2018 Western Star 6900 | 2019 Western Star 6900 | 2017 Western Star 6900 | 2017 Western Star 4900 | 2017 Western Star 4700 | 2017 Western Star 5700 | 2018 Western Star 4900 | 2018 Western Star 5700 | 2018 Western Star 4700 | 2019 Western Star 4700 | 2019 Western Star 4900 | 2019 Western Star 5700 — Electrical system: wiring recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 18V191000 on March 26, 2018. Reported hazard: Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Western Star 4700, 4900, 5700, and 6900 trucks. The affected trucks have a power stud that passes through the bulkhead. In certain circumstances the power stud may contact the bulkhead and result in an electrical arc.
What should I do if I have this product?
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the power stud for the proper clearance to the bulkhead, and replace it if necessary, free of charge. DTNA issued an interim notification to owners on May 23, 2018. The recall began October 29, 2018. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-766.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: WESTERN STAR. Model: 6900.