Recall 18V191000: 2017–2019 Western Star 6900 and 3 other models
- Report received
- Mar 26, 2018
- Manufacturer
- Daimler Trucks North America LLC
- Potentially affected
- 7,128vehicles
- Model years
- 2017–2019
Check your own vehicle. A recall applies only to vehicles within the affected build range. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.
What NHTSA recorded
Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Western Star 4700, 4900, 5700, and 6900 trucks. The affected trucks have a power stud that passes through the bulkhead. In certain circumstances the power stud may contact the bulkhead and result in an electrical arc.
Possible consequence
An electrical arc can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the power stud for the proper clearance to the bulkhead, and replace it if necessary, free of charge. DTNA issued an interim notification to owners on May 23, 2018. The recall began October 29, 2018. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-766.
Affected model years
Pages for each model year show complaints, parts, mileage and other recalls.
- 2017 Western Star 47001 complaints
- 2018 Western Star 47001 complaints
- 2019 Western Star 47000 complaints
- 2017 Western Star 49000 complaints
- 2018 Western Star 49000 complaints
- 2019 Western Star 49001 complaints
- 2017 Western Star 57000 complaints
- 2018 Western Star 57001 complaints
- 2019 Western Star 57001 complaints
- 2017 Western Star 69000 complaints
- 2018 Western Star 69000 complaints
- 2019 Western Star 69000 complaints
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.