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2009-2010 Western Star 4900 recall: cables

Daimler Trucks North America reported this safety recall on June 18, 2009. It covers about 53 vehicles.

vehicles affected
53
reported
Jun 18, 2009
owners notified
Aug 22, 2009

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

What is wrong
Daimler trucks is recalling 53 my 2009-2010 western star 4900 trucks built with dd15 engines. A new forward cab crossmember design reduced clearance for cab mounted battery disconnect switch power cables on standard cab height vehicles. During cab articulation the new crossmember may pinch power cables against the cab.
Risk
Cables that become pinched between the cab and forward cab crossmember could short to ground and potentially overheat resulting in a possible vehicle fire and injury to vehicle occupants.
Remedy
Dealers will remove the cables and reinstall them in a new safe location. Damaged cables will be replaced. Both will be done free of charge. The recall is expected to begin on or before august 7, 2009. Owners may contact daimler trucks toll free at 1‑800‑547‑0712.

Recall number 09V226000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 09V226000

Is there a recall on the 2009-2010 Western Star 4900 cables?

Yes. Recall 09V226000, reported on June 18, 2009, covers about 53 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 09V226000?

Dealers will remove the cables and reinstall them in a new safe location. Damaged cables will be replaced. Both will be done free of charge. The recall is expected to begin on or before august 7, 2009. Owners may contact daimler trucks toll free 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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