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1998-2000 Western Star 4800, Western Star 4900 and others recall: cables

Freightliner Corporation reported this safety recall on December 17, 2001. It covers about 3,500 vehicles.

vehicles affected
3,500
reported
Dec 17, 2001
owners notified
Apr 18, 2002

Electrical system: 12v/24v/48v battery: cables

What is wrong
On certain trucks equipped with caterpillar 3406e and c-15 engines, interference between the positive battery cable and stud mounting electronic control module (ECM) to the engine exists. Chafing can wear through the battery cable insulation to allow contact between the battery cable and the stud.
Risk
This contact could provide a short circuit, which may cause a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the vehicles and the battery cables will be replaced and/or re-routed as necessary. Owner notification began april 18, 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact freightliner at 1‑800‑547‑0712.

Recall number 01V387000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 01V387000

Is there a recall on the 1998-2000 Western Star 4800, Western Star 4900 and others cables?

Yes. Recall 01V387000, reported on December 17, 2001, covers about 3,500 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 01V387000?

Dealers will inspect the vehicles and the battery cables will be replaced and/or re-routed as necessary. Owner notification began april 18, 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact freightliner at 1‑800‑547‑0712.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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