Daimler Trucks North America, Llc | NHTSA Recall #21V882000
Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.
Description
Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 21V882000 by Daimler Trucks North America, Llc. Affecting 2017-2019 western star 4700, 4900, 5700, and 6900 trucks Includes 6,100 affected units, Power Stud May Electrically Arc to Bulkhead, component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, and more from the Department of Transportation.
Vehicle Make / Model
makesAndModels2017-2019 western star 4700, 4900, 5700, and 6900 trucks
Defect Summary
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.
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.