Recalls for your 2018 Western Star 6900

Recalls for 2018 Western Star 6900

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DEFECT #1 - FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL


Posted on: 2017-07-19
Description
Daimler trucks north america (dtna) is recalling certain 2017-2018 freightliner 122sd trucks, western star 4900 and 6900 trucks, and freightliner custom chassis xcm and xcp chassis equipped with cummins isx15 engines.  The affected engines have a fuel pump whose drive gear may slip on its drive shaft, resulting in a loss of fuel pump function.

Consequence
Failure of the fuel pump will result in a sudden engine stall with no warning, and with no ability to restart, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action
Cummins will send notices to the owners of the affected vehicles and cummins dealers will replace the fuel pumps, free of charge.  The recall began on september 11, 2017.  Owners may contact cummins customer service at 1-800-286-6467 or dtna customer service at 1-800-745-8000.  Dtna's number for this recall is fl744.

Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.  

DEFECT #2 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING


Posted on: 2018-03-26
Description
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.

Consequence
An electrical arc can increase the risk of a fire.

Corrective Action
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.  The recall is expected to begin may 21, 2018.  Owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712.  Dtna's number for this recall is fl-766.

Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

DEFECT #3 - EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS


Posted on: 2017-11-30
Description
Daimler trucks north america, llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2008-2018 freightliner cascadia, western star 4700, 4900, 5700, and 6900 trucks.  After hard brake applications, the brake light pressure switch may not activate the brake lights with a light application of the brake pedal.

Consequence
If the brake lights fail to illuminate, there would not be a signal to other motorists that the vehicle is slowing, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action
Dtna will notify owners, and dealers will repair the vehicles, free of charge.  Daimler issued interim notifications to owners on january 22, 2018.  Owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712.  Dtna's number for this recall is fl-756.

Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

DEFECT #4 - EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH


Posted on: 2017-11-30
Description
Daimler trucks north america, llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2008-2018 freightliner cascadia, western star 4700, 4900, 5700, and 6900 trucks.  After hard brake applications, the brake light pressure switch may not activate the brake lights with a light application of the brake pedal.

Consequence
If the brake lights fail to illuminate, there would not be a signal to other motorists that the vehicle is slowing, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action
Dtna will notify owners, and dealers will repair the vehicles, free of charge.  Daimler issued interim notifications to owners on january 22, 2018.  Owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712.  Dtna's number for this recall is fl-756.

Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

DEFECT #5 - EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS


Posted on: 2017-11-30
Description
Daimler trucks north america, llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2008-2018 freightliner cascadia, western star 4700, 4900, 5700, and 6900 trucks.  After hard brake applications, the brake light pressure switch may not activate the brake lights with a light application of the brake pedal.

Consequence
If the brake lights fail to illuminate, there would not be a signal to other motorists that the vehicle is slowing, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action
Dtna will notify owners, and dealers will repair the vehicles, free of charge.  Daimler issued interim notifications to owners on january 22, 2018.  The recall began on may 9, 2018.  Owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712.  Dtna's number for this recall is fl-756.

Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

DEFECT #6 - EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH


Posted on: 2017-11-30
Description
Daimler trucks north america, llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2008-2018 freightliner cascadia, western star 4700, 4900, 5700, and 6900 trucks.  After hard brake applications, the brake light pressure switch may not activate the brake lights with a light application of the brake pedal.

Consequence
If the brake lights fail to illuminate, there would not be a signal to other motorists that the vehicle is slowing, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action
Dtna will notify owners, and dealers will repair the vehicles, free of charge.  Daimler issued interim notifications to owners on january 22, 2018.  The recall began on may 9, 2018.  Owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712.  Dtna's number for this recall is fl-756.

Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

DEFECT #7 - EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS


Posted on: 2017-11-30
Description
Daimler trucks north america, llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2008-2018 freightliner cascadia, western star 4700, 4900, 5700, and 6900 trucks.  After hard brake applications, the brake light pressure switch may not activate the brake lights with a light application of the brake pedal.

Consequence
If the brake lights fail to illuminate, there would not be a signal to other motorists that the vehicle is slowing, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action
Dtna will notify owners, and dealers will repair the vehicles, free of charge.  Daimler issued interim notifications to owners on january 22, 2018.  The recall began on may 9, 2018.  Owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712.  Dtna's number for this recall is fl-756.

Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

DEFECT #8 - EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH


Posted on: 2017-11-30
Description
Daimler trucks north america, llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2008-2018 freightliner cascadia, western star 4700, 4900, 5700, and 6900 trucks.  After hard brake applications, the brake light pressure switch may not activate the brake lights with a light application of the brake pedal.

Consequence
If the brake lights fail to illuminate, there would not be a signal to other motorists that the vehicle is slowing, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action
Dtna will notify owners, and dealers will repair the vehicles, free of charge.  Daimler issued interim notifications to owners on january 22, 2018.  The recall began on may 9, 2018.  Owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712.  Dtna's number for this recall is fl-756.

Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.