Is This A Lemon?

NHTSA recall campaign

21V882000

ManufacturerDaimler Trucks North America, LLCReported2021-11-12Affected6,100 vehicles

What was wrong

Defect

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.

Risk

An electrical arc can increase the risk of a fire.

Manufacturer remedy

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.

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Affected vehicles

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