2018 WESTERN STAR 6900 RECALL - #21V882000
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 6900 |
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| Manufacturer |
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC |
| Manufactured between |
1/1/1900 - 1/1/1900 |
| Recalled on |
11/15/2021 |
| Influenced by |
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC |
| Owners Notified on |
1/4/2022 |
| # Affected |
6,100 |
| 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 |
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. |
| See also |
2018 WESTERN STAR 6900 Recall for FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL
2018 WESTERN STAR 6900 Recall for EXTERIOR LIGHTING, BRAKE LIGHTS
2018 WESTERN STAR 6900 Recall for EXTERIOR LIGHTING, BRAKE LIGHTS, SWITCH
2018 WESTERN STAR 6900 Recall for ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, WIRING
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