2018 WESTERN STAR 5700 RECALL - #18V191000
RECALL FOR ELECTRICAL SYSTEM : WIRING
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.
Information provided by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
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| Vehicle |
2018 WESTERN STAR 5700 |
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| Manufacturer |
Daimler Trucks North America LLC |
| Manufactured between |
10/18/2016 - 2/6/2018 |
| Recalled on |
3/26/2018 |
| Influenced by |
Daimler Trucks North America LLC |
| Owners Notified on |
10/29/2018 |
| # Affected |
7,128 |
| Recalled for |
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING |
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| Description |
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. |
| Consequences |
An electrical arc can increase the risk of a fire. |
| Corrective action |
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. |
| 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. |
| See also |
2018 WESTERN STAR 5700 Recall for EQUIPMENT
2018 WESTERN STAR 5700 Recall for EXTERIOR LIGHTING, BRAKE LIGHTS
2018 WESTERN STAR 5700 Recall for EXTERIOR LIGHTING, BRAKE LIGHTS, SWITCH
2018 WESTERN STAR 5700 Recall for EXTERIOR LIGHTING, BRAKE LIGHTS
2018 WESTERN STAR 5700 Recall for EXTERIOR LIGHTING, BRAKE LIGHTS, SWITCH
2018 WESTERN STAR 5700 Recall for SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC, FOUNDATION COMPONENTS, DISC, CALIPER
2018 WESTERN STAR 5700 Recall for SERVICE BRAKES, AIR, DISC, CALIPER
2018 WESTERN STAR 5700 Recall for POWER TRAIN, CLUTCH ASSEMBLY
2018 WESTERN STAR 5700 Recall for STEERING
2018 WESTERN STAR 5700 Recall for STEERING, LINKAGES, TIE ROD ASSEMBLY
2018 WESTERN STAR 5700 Recall for SUSPENSION, FRONT, CONTROL ARM
2018 WESTERN STAR 5700 Recall for STRUCTURE, BODY, DOOR
2018 WESTERN STAR 5700 Recall for VISIBILITY, DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM, REAR WINDOW
2018 WESTERN STAR 5700 Recall for POWER TRAIN, CLUTCH ASSEMBLY
2018 WESTERN STAR 5700 Recall for ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, WIRING
2018 WESTERN STAR 5700 Recall for ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, WIRING
2018 WESTERN STAR 5700 Recall for ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, WIRING
2018 WESTERN STAR 5700 Recall for ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, WIRING
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