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2019-2022 Freightliner Cascadia, Western Star 49X and others recall: cables

Daimler Trucks North America, LLC reported this safety recall on June 25, 2021. It covers about 122,056 vehicles.

vehicles affected
122,056
reported
Jun 25, 2021
owners notified
Jan 7, 2022
related complaints
9

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

What is wrong
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2019-2022 Freightliner Cascadia P4, 2021 Western Star WH126, 2020 Western Star WJ121, and 2021-2022 Western Star 49X vehicles. The battery cable terminal may break, resulting in a loss of electrical power and unintended engine stall.
Risk
An engine stall increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will repair or replace the battery cables, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on January 7, 2022. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1‑800‑547‑0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-893.

Recall number 21V481000

Affected vehicles

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 9 complaints about electrical problems.

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Questions about recall 21V481000

Is there a recall on the 2019-2022 Freightliner Cascadia, Western Star 49X and others cables?

Yes. Recall 21V481000, reported on June 25, 2021, covers about 122,056 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 21V481000?

Dealers will repair or replace the battery cables, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on January 7, 2022. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1‑800‑547‑0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-893.

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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