Recall 26V079000 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY Defect in 2020-2027 WESTERN STAR 47X

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RECALL This recall affects up to 26,958 vehicles.

Defect Description

Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA) is recalling certain 2020-2027 Western Star 49X and 2021-2027 Western Star 47X vehicles. A stud connecting the battery to the starter at the frame rail may have been incorrectly installed or may corrode, which can cause a short circuit.

Safety Consequence

A short circuit increases the risk of a fire.

Remedy

The remedy is currently under development. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed April 11, 2026. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is F1029. This recall replaces and expands NHTSA recall number 25V326. Vehicles already repaired under the previous recall will need to have the new remedy completed.

Related Recalls for WESTERN STAR

Campaign Vehicle Component Date Affected
25V760000 2022 WESTERN STAR 48X SUSPENSION:CRITICAL FASTENERS 18,783
25V601000 2025 WESTERN STAR 47X SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:CRITICAL FASTENERS 402
25V603000 2026 WESTERN STAR 49X STEERING:LINKAGES:TIE ROD ASSEMBLY 343
25V295000 2025 WESTERN STAR 49X SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:SUPPLY:RESERVOIR/TANK 68
25V326000 2023 WESTERN STAR 47X ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY 22,271
25V187000 2025 WESTERN STAR 47X EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS 1,968
24V736000 2025 WESTERN STAR 49X FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP 620
24V668000 2020 WESTERN STAR 49X EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS 16,890
24V571000 2025 WESTERN STAR 47X STEERING:LINKAGES:TIE ROD ASSEMBLY 3,799
24V509000 2025 WESTERN STAR 47X STEERING:LINKAGES:TIE ROD ASSEMBLY 61
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