2019-2021 Western Star 4700 and Western Star 5700 recall: wiring
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC reported this safety recall on March 24, 2021. It covers about 5,111 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 5,111
- reported
- Mar 24, 2021
- owners notified
- Jul 16, 2021
- related complaints
- 1
Electrical system: wiring
- What is wrong
- 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.
- Risk
- Damage to the ground harness may cause an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
- 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.
Recall number 21V206000
Affected vehicles
- Western Star 4700 2019-2021 201920202021
- Western Star 5700 2019-2021 201920202021
Owner complaints about the same problem
Owners of these vehicles have filed 1 complaints about electrical problems.
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Questions about recall 21V206000
Is there a recall on the 2019-2021 Western Star 4700 and Western Star 5700 wiring?
Yes. Recall 21V206000, reported on March 24, 2021, covers about 5,111 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 21V206000?
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.
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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