NHTSA recall 18V191000
Electrical system › Wiring
Western Star 4700 and 3 more
Reported Mar 26, 20187,128 vehicles affectedDaimler Trucks North America LLCMaker’s number FL-766Built Oct 18, 2016 – Feb 6, 2018
The 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.
The risk
An electrical arc can increase the risk of a fire.
The remedy
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.