NHTSA Recall 01V387000: Cables (electrical system)
FREIGHTLINER CORPORATION reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 3,500 vehicles. It affects 5 models including the Western Star 4800.
| NHTSA campaign | 01V387000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | FL-387 |
| Component | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM › 12V/24V/48V BATTERY › CABLES |
| Report received | December 17, 2001 |
| Owner notification | April 18, 2002 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
On certain trucks equipped with caterpillar 3406e and c-15 engines, interference between the positive battery cable and stud mounting electronic control module (ECM) to the engine exists. Chafing can wear through the battery cable insulation to allow contact between the battery cable and the stud.
Safety risk
This contact could provide a short circuit, which may cause a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the vehicles and the battery cables will be replaced and/or re-routed as necessary. Owner notification began april 18, 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact freightliner at 1-800-547-0712.
Notes
Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Vehicles covered by recall 01V387000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Western Star 4800 | 1998, 1999, 2000 |
| Western Star 4900 | 1998, 1999, 2000 |
| Western Star 5800 | 1998, 1999, 2000 |
| Western Star 5900 | 1998, 1999, 2000 |
| Western Star 6900 | 1998, 1999, 2000 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.