WESTERN STAR 4900 2017: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 18V191000
| Make | Model | Year |
|---|---|---|
| WESTERN STAR | 4900 | 2017 |
| Date Owners Notified | Date Received by ODI | Date Added to Database |
| 2018-10-29 | 2018-03-26 | 2018-03-26 |
Production Dates: 2016-10-18 - 2018-02-06
Manufacturers Involved: Daimler Trucks North America, LLC
Manufacturer Campaign Number: FL-766
Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
Potential Number Of Units Affected: 7128
Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report
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.
An electrical arc can increase the risk of a fire.
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.
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.
