Recall 21V882000: 2017–2019 Western Star 4900 and 3 other models
- Report received
- Nov 12, 2021
- Manufacturer
- Daimler Trucks North America, LLC
- Potentially affected
- 6,100vehicles
- 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
Dealers will replace the pass-through power studs, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 7, 2022. This recall supersedes previous recall number 18V-191. Vehicles previously inspected and considered complete under 18V-191 will need to return for the new remedy. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-907.
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.