Western Star 4700 recalled over fire hazard

Recall date

September 21, 2017

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Daimler Trucks North America, LLC recalls 2013–2018 Western Star 4700

Recall number

17V588000

Brand / firm

Western Star

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 32 units

Why it was recalled

Battery cable contact with the axle yoke may cause the cable to chafe and short, increasing the risk of a fire.

What was recalled

Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2013-2018 Western Star 4700 trucks. The battery cable may contact the all wheel drive axle yoke.

What to do

DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the battery cables, repairing them as needed, free of charge. The recall began on November 16, 2017. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-746.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.