NHTSAELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC - Incorrectly Installed Battery Connection May...
Published: June 23, 2025Recall ID: 25V326000Category: vehiclesCountry: US
Reason for Recall / Hazard
A short circuit increases the risk of a fire.
Product Description & Identification
Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA) is recalling certain 2020-2026 Western Star 49X and 2021-2026 Western Star 47X vehicles. A stud connecting the battery to the starter at the frame rail may have been incorrectly installed, which can cause a short circuit.
Affected Products
Incorrectly Installed Battery Connection May Cause Fire
Additional Source Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Subject | Incorrectly Installed Battery Connection May Cause Fire |
| Nhtsa id | 25V326000 |
| Component | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM |
| Recall link › Url | https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=25V326000 |
| Recall link › Description | Go to Recall |
| Recall type | Vehicle |
| Do not drive | No |
| Manufacturer | Daimler Trucks North America, LLC |
| Defect summary | Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA) is recalling certain 2020-2026 Western Star 49X and 2021-2026 Western Star 47X vehicles. A stud connecting the battery to the starter at the frame rail may have been incorrectly installed, which can cause a short circuit. |
| Corrective action | DTNA will inspect and replace damaged cables and loose hardware. In addition, DTNA will properly tighten hardware and install dielectric tape. All repairs will be performed, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 1, 2025. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is F1020. This recall is replaced by NHTSA recall number 26V079. Vehicles already repaired under this recall will need to have the new remedy completed. |
| Consequence summary | A short circuit increases the risk of a fire. |
| Mfr campaign number | F1020 |
| Potentially affected | 22271 |
| Report received date | 2025-06-23T00:00:00.000 |
| Fire risk when parked | No |
Overview
- Recalling FirmDaimler Trucks North America, LLC
- Risk LevelELECTRICAL SYSTEM