NHTSA Recall 20V281000
NHTSA Campaign Id 20V281000; Date: May. 18, 2020
an engine stall may increase the risk of a crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
2019 Western Star 4700; 2020 Western Star 4700; 2021 Western Star 4700; 2019 Western Star 5700; 2020 Western Star 5700; 2021 Western Star 5700
Component: Electrical System:wiring
Manufactured by: Daimler Trucks North America Llc
Affected Units:: 2,987
Recall Summary:
daimler trucks north america llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2019-2021 western star 4700 and 5700 vehicles. a particular wire in the ground harness may be undersized, possibly resulting in a melted connector in the ground circuit harness. if the connector becomes damaged, under certain circumstances, the engine may stall without the ability to restart.
How to Fix:
dtna will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ground harness, free of charge. this recall is expected to begin july 16, 2020. owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712. dtna's number for this recall is fl-852.
Recall Notes:
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
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