NHTSA Recall 12V235000: Cables (electrical system)
DAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 12 vehicles. It affects 2009 Western Star 4900.
| NHTSA campaign | 12V235000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | FL-551 |
| Component | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM › 12V/24V/48V BATTERY › CABLES |
| Report received | May 23, 2012 |
| Owner notification | June 13, 2012 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Daimler trucks north america (dtna) is recalling 12 my 2009 western star 4900 trucks built with dd15 engines. A new forward cab crossmember design reduced clearance for cab mounted battery disconnect switch power cables on standard cab height vehicles. During cab articulation, the new crossmember may pinch power cables against the cab.
Safety risk
Cables that become pinched between the cab and forward cab crossmember could short to ground and potentially overheat resulting in a vehicle fire and injury to vehicle occupants.
Remedy
Dtna will notify owners, and dealers will remove the cables and reinstall them in a new safe location. Damaged cables will be replaced. Both will be done free of charge. The recall began on june 13, 2012. This recall is an expansion of recall 09v-226. Owners may contact daimler trucks toll free at 1-800-547-0712.
Notes
This recall is an expansion of safety recall 09v226.daimler trucks recall no. Fl-551.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administrations vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 12V235000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Western Star 4900 | 2009 |
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.