2016 WESTERN STAR 6900 — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
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Safety Rating
0
Owner Complaints
2
Recalls
18
Service Bulletins
0
Investigations
Overview of the 2016 WESTERN STAR 6900
The 2016 WESTERN STAR 6900 has received a total of 0 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There have been 3 recall campaigns affecting this vehicle, covering issues with EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH, EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS, EQUIPMENT. 18 technical service bulletins have been issued by Daimler Trucks North America LLC for this model year.
Recalls for the 2016 WESTERN STAR 6900
NHTSA has recorded 3 recalls for the 2016 WESTERN STAR 6900, potentially affecting up to 901,370 vehicles.
Recall 17V761000 — EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH
| 438,255 vehicles affected
Defect: Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2008-2018 Freightliner Cascadia, Western Star 4700, 4900, 5700, and 6900 trucks. After hard brake applications, the brake light pressure switch may not activate the brake lights with a light application of the brake pedal.
Consequence: If the brake lights fail to illuminate, there would not be a signal to other motorists that the vehicle is slowing, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will repair the vehicles, free of charge. Daimler issued interim notifications to owners on January 22, 2018. The recall began on May 9, 2018. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number...
View full details →Recall 17V761000 — EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS
| 438,255 vehicles affected
Defect: Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2008-2018 Freightliner Cascadia, Western Star 4700, 4900, 5700, and 6900 trucks. After hard brake applications, the brake light pressure switch may not activate the brake lights with a light application of the brake pedal.
Consequence: If the brake lights fail to illuminate, there would not be a signal to other motorists that the vehicle is slowing, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will repair the vehicles, free of charge. Daimler issued interim notifications to owners on January 22, 2018. The recall began on May 9, 2018. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number...
View full details →Recall 17V810000 — EQUIPMENT
| 24,860 vehicles affected
Defect: Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2002-2017 Freightliner Cascadia, Century Class, Columbia and Coronado trucks and Western Star 4700, 4900, 5700, 5900 and 6900 trucks. These vehicles are equipped with Kidde Plastic-Handle or Push Button 'Pindicator' Fire Extinguishers that may become clogged, preventing the extinguisher from discharging as expected or excessive force may be needed to activate...
Consequence: In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy: DTNA will notify owners, and instruct them to contact Kidde for a replacement fire extinguisher, free of charge. The recall began on April 11, 2018. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712, or contact Kidde customer service toll-free at...
View full details →Owner Complaints for the 2016 WESTERN STAR 6900
No complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2016 WESTERN STAR 6900.
Safety Rating for the 2016 WESTERN STAR 6900
NHTSA has not yet tested the 2016 WESTERN STAR 6900 in its New Car Assessment Program.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2016 WESTERN STAR 6900
Daimler Trucks North America LLC has issued 18 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2016 WESTERN STAR 6900. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.
D24R4-DLR LTR — ENGINE
Detroit Emission recall for GHG14 DETROIT DD16 Software Reprogramming
21TS-03 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Technical Service Letter for GHG17 1-Box Inlet and Outlet Exhaust Clamps. There is a short supply of exhaust clamps, part number DDE A6809950502, used as inlet and outlet exhaust clamps on GHG17 heavy duty engines (DD13, DD15 and DD16) with a 1-Box aftertreatment configuration. Exhaust clamp part number TCX T130158342AC2...
SBW72-008REV — VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS
Service Bulletin for Window Regulator Retrofit. The bulletin dated December 4, 2019 has been revised to include 4800 Models. Beginning 04/01/2019 Western Star cab doors were updated to a new style regulator and window. When replacing an older style regulator or window the vehicle must be retrofitted to the new...
18SP727Rev — FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL
This service kit includes all necessary parts to replace the high pressure fuel rail feed lines, mounting bracket, P-clips and mounting hardware in the event one of these parts are loosened, removed or missing from the engine.
19TL-9 — EQUIPMENT
DTNA Special Tools Group has approved the use of Haweka Axis4000 aftermarket alignment system for use on DTNA products at DTNA service locations. The Axis4000 system uses the reference points required by DTNA for precise, accurate, and repeatable measurements. Axis4000 is a sophisticated, user-friendly system that utilizes computer based camera-radio...
DOC-1033354 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
SS 1033354 Remanufactured Engine Blocks with Closed Fuel Cooler Return Ports DD Engines
DOC-1033354 — EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
SS 1033354 Remanufactured Engine Blocks with Closed Fuel Cooler Return Ports DD Engines
0410-17 — EQUIPMENT
Symptom Diagnostics - Hard Start No Start
0403-17 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
SPN 677 FMI 2 Starter Switch Inconsistent Diagnostics
0329-17 — ENGINE
Symptom Diagnostics - Oil Leaks
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NHTSA Investigations for the 2016 WESTERN STAR 6900
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
Other Model Years of the WESTERN STAR 6900
- 2011 WESTERN STAR 6900 — 0 complaints
- 2012 WESTERN STAR 6900 — 0 complaints
- 2013 WESTERN STAR 6900 — 0 complaints
- 2014 WESTERN STAR 6900 — 0 complaints
- 2015 WESTERN STAR 6900 — 0 complaints
- 2016 WESTERN STAR 6900 (current)
- 2017 WESTERN STAR 6900 — 0 complaints
- 2018 WESTERN STAR 6900 — 0 complaints
- 2019 WESTERN STAR 6900 — 0 complaints
- 2020 WESTERN STAR 6900 — 0 complaints
Other WESTERN STAR Models
- WESTERN STAR 4900 — 26 total complaints
- WESTERN STAR 4700 — 10 total complaints
- WESTERN STAR 5700 — 7 total complaints
- WESTERN STAR WESTERN STAR — 7 total complaints
- WESTERN STAR CONSTELLATION — 5 total complaints
- WESTERN STAR 4900EX — 4 total complaints
- WESTERN STAR 4964 — 4 total complaints
- WESTERN STAR CONVENTIONAL — 4 total complaints