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2019 Western Star 4700 and Western Star 4900 recall: instrument cluster/panel

Daimler Trucks North America LLC reported this safety recall on March 5, 2019. It covers about 361 vehicles.

vehicles affected
361
reported
Mar 5, 2019
owners notified
Apr 29, 2019

Electrical system: instrument cluster/panel

What is wrong
Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2019 Western Star 4700 and 4900 trucks. The vehicles are accumulating distance in kilometers, but the odometer display is labeled as being miles. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 101, "Control and Displays."
Risk
The odometer failing to register the correct distance travelled could cause driver confusion, as well as possible incorrect assumptions about driver speed. An incorrect speed assumption may increase the risk of crash.
Remedy
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the speedometer, free of charge. The recall began April 29, 2019. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1‑800‑547‑0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-812.

Recall number 19V171000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 19V171000

Is there a recall on the 2019 Western Star 4700 and Western Star 4900 instrument cluster/panel?

Yes. Recall 19V171000, reported on March 5, 2019, covers about 361 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 19V171000?

DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the speedometer, free of charge. The recall began April 29, 2019. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1‑800‑547‑0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-812.

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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