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- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
- Problem
- 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.
- Risk
- An electrical arc can increase the risk of a fire.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the pass-through power studs, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 7, 2022. This recall supersedes previous recall number 18V-191. Vehicles previously inspected and considered complete under 18V-191 will need to return for the new remedy. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-907.
- Notes
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
What this recall means for you
Certain heavy trucks have a power stud that passes through the bulkhead. In certain circumstances, the power stud may contact the bulkhead and cause an electrical arc. An electrical arc can increase the risk of a fire.
Dealers will replace the pass-through power studs free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 7, 2022. Vehicles previously inspected and considered complete under the earlier recall 18V-191 will need to return for this new remedy. You can contact the manufacturer's customer service at 1-800-547-0712, referencing recall number FL-907, and check your vehicle identification number (VIN) for any open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Western Star 4700 | 201720182019 |
|---|---|
| Western Star 4900 | 201720182019 |
| Western Star 5700 | 201720182019 |
| Western Star 6900 | 201720182019 |