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NHTSANHTSA · Vehicles·Recall number 25V326000

2023 Western Star 47x | 2024 Western Star 47x | 2021 Western Star 47x | 2022 Western Star 47x | 2025 Western Star 47x | 2026 Western Star 47x | 2020 Western Star 49x | 2021 Western Star 49x | 2022 Western Star 49x | 2023 Western Star 49x | 2024 Western Star 49x | 2025 Western Star 49x | 2026 Western Star 49x — Electrical system: 12v/24v/48v battery

Published May 20, 2025 · Recall initiated: June 23, 2025

Summary

NHTSA records recall 25V326000, published May 20, 2025 and initiated June 23, 2025. Recalling firm: Daimler Trucks North America, LLC; 2023 Western Star 47x | 2024 Western Star 47x | 2021 Western Star 47x | 2022 Western Star 47x | 2025 Western Star 47x | 2026 Western Star 47x | 2020 Western Star 49x | 2021 Western Star 49x | 2022 Western Star 49x | 2023 Western Star 49x | 2024 Western Star 49x | 2025 Western Star 49x | 2026 Western Star 49x — Electrical system: 12v/24v/48v battery.

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What's the hazard

Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA) is recalling certain 2020-2026 Western Star 49X and 2021-2026 Western Star 47X vehicles. A stud connecting the battery to the starter at the frame rail may have been incorrectly installed, which can cause a short circuit.

What to do

DTNA will inspect and replace damaged cables and loose hardware. In addition, DTNA will properly tighten hardware and install dielectric tape. All repairs will be performed, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 1, 2025. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is F1020. This recall is replaced by NHTSA recall number 26V079. Vehicles already repaired under this recall will need to have the new remedy completed.

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Recall details

Brand
WESTERN STAR
Model
47X
Manufacturer
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC
Lot
2023 WESTERN STAR 47X | 2024 WESTERN STAR 47X | 2021 WESTERN STAR 47X | 2022 WESTERN STAR 47X | 2025 WESTERN STAR 47X | 2026 WESTERN STAR 47X | 2020 WESTERN STAR 49X | 2021 WESTERN STAR 49X | 2022 WESTERN STAR 49X | 2023 WESTERN STAR 49X | 2024 WESTERN STAR 49X | 2025 WESTERN STAR 49X | 2026 WESTERN STAR 49X
Risk classification
V
Country
US

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Questions about this recall

Was 2023 Western Star 47x | 2024 Western Star 47x | 2021 Western Star 47x | 2022 Western Star 47x | 2025 Western Star 47x | 2026 Western Star 47x | 2020 Western Star 49x | 2021 Western Star 49x | 2022 Western Star 49x | 2023 Western Star 49x | 2024 Western Star 49x | 2025 Western Star 49x | 2026 Western Star 49x — Electrical system: 12v/24v/48v battery recalled?

Yes. NHTSA published recall 25V326000 on May 20, 2025. Reported hazard: Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA) is recalling certain 2020-2026 Western Star 49X and 2021-2026 Western Star 47X vehicles. A stud connecting the battery to the starter at the frame rail may have been incorrectly installed, which can cause a short circuit.

What should I do if I have this product?

DTNA will inspect and replace damaged cables and loose hardware. In addition, DTNA will properly tighten hardware and install dielectric tape. All repairs will be performed, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 1, 2025. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is F1020. This recall is replaced by NHTSA recall number 26V079. Vehicles already repaired under this recall will need to have the new remedy completed.

How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?

Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: WESTERN STAR. Model: 47X.

View official NHTSA notice(opens on nhtsa.gov)