Recall
Western Star 4700 — 21V206000
NHTSA ID
21V206000
Make
Western Star
Model
4700
Years Affected
2021
Recall Date
2021-03-24
Component
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
Units Affected
5,111
Completion Rate
—
Mfr Campaign No.
FL-880
Summary
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.
Consequence
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.