NHTSA Recall 17V588000: Cables (electrical system)
Daimler Trucks North America LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 32 vehicles. It affects 2013–2018 Western Star 4700.
| NHTSA campaign | 17V588000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | FL-746 |
| Component | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM › 12V/24V/48V BATTERY › CABLES |
| Report received | September 21, 2017 |
| Owner notification | November 16, 2017 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
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.
Safety risk
Battery cable contact with the axle yoke may cause the cable to chafe and short, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy
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.
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.
Vehicles covered by recall 17V588000
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.