Recall 15V383000: 2015 Western Star 4700, 2015 Western Star 4800, 2015 Western Star 4900
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Jun 17, 2015
- Vehicles affected
- 21
- Models
- 3
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain model year 2015 Western Star 4700, 4800 and 4900 trucks manufactured November 15, 2014, to January 30, 2015. In the affected vehicles, the speedometer may not operate properly, possibly not displaying the vehicle's speed.
The risk
If the speedometer does not show the vehicle speed, the driver may unknowingly exceed the posted speed limit, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will install a new speedometer, free of charge. The recall began on July 28, 2015. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-745-8000. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-683.
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.
Affected vehicles
- 2015 Western Star 4700
- 2015 Western Star 4800
- 2015 Western Star 4900
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 15V383000
- Manufacturer campaign
- FL-683
- Manufacturer
- Daimler Trucks North America LLC
- Owner letters
- Jul 28, 2015
- Components
- Electrical system: instrument cluster/panel (Electrical System)
Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology