Daimler Trucks North America, Llc | NHTSA Recall #12V235000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 12V235000 by Daimler Trucks North America, Llc. Includes 12 affected units, POWER CABLE CLEARANCE, component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Daimler trucks north america (dtna) is recalling 12 my 2009 western star 4900 trucks built with dd15 engines. a new forward cab crossmember design reduced clearance for cab mounted battery disconnect switch power cables on standard cab height vehicles. during cab articulation, the new crossmember may pinch power cables against the cab.

Corrective Action

Dtna will notify owners, and dealers will remove the cables and reinstall them in a new safe location. damaged cables will be replaced. both will be done free of charge. the recall began on june 13, 2012. this recall is an expansion of recall 09v-226. owners may contact daimler trucks toll free at 1-800-547-0712.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 12V235000
Manufacturer: Daimler Trucks North America, Llc
Report Received Date: 2012-05-23T00:00:00
Subject: Power cable clearance
Component: Electrical System
Potentially Affected Units: 12

Details

MFR Campaign Number: FL-551
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Daimler trucks north america (dtna) is recalling 12 my 2009 western star 4900 trucks built with dd15 engines. a new forward cab crossmember design reduced clearance for cab mounted battery disconnect switch power cables on standard cab height vehicles. during cab articulation, the new crossmember may pinch power cables against the cab.
Consequence Summary: Cables that become pinched between the cab and forward cab crossmember could short to ground and potentially overheat resulting in a vehicle fire and injury to vehicle occupants.
Corrective Action: Dtna will notify owners, and dealers will remove the cables and reinstall them in a new safe location. damaged cables will be replaced. both will be done free of charge. the recall began on june 13, 2012. this recall is an expansion of recall 09v-226. owners may contact daimler trucks toll free at 1-800-547-0712.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: N/A

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NHTSA ID: 12V235000
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Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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