NHTSA recall 21V206000
Electrical system › Wiring
Western Star 4700 and 1 more
Reported Mar 24, 20215,111 vehicles affectedDaimler Trucks North America, LLCMaker’s number FL-880
The defect
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2019-2021 Western Star 4700 and Western Star 5700 vehicles. The ground harness wiring may be undersized and may cause a connector to melt.
The risk
Damage to the ground harness may cause an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
The remedy
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ground harness, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin May 22, 2021. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-880.