WESTERN STAR 6900 2017: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 21V882000
| Make | Model | Year |
|---|---|---|
| WESTERN STAR | 6900 | 2017 |
| Date Owners Notified | Date Received by ODI | Date Added to Database |
| 2022-01-04 | 2021-11-12 | 2021-11-15 |
Production Dates: 2016-10-05 - 2017-05-10
Manufacturers Involved: Daimler Trucks North America, LLC
Manufacturer Campaign Number: FL-907
Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
Potential Number Of Units Affected: 6100
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.
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.
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.
