Recall 26V079000: Daimler Trucks North America, LLC, electrical system:12v/24v/48v battery
Reported 2026-02-11 · vehicle recall · 26,960 units
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Problem
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.
Risk
A short circuit increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will repair the studs, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 22, 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.
Affected vehicles
| Make | Model | Year |
|---|---|---|
| WESTERN STAR | 47X | 2021 |
| WESTERN STAR | 47X | 2022 |
| WESTERN STAR | 47X | 2023 |
| WESTERN STAR | 47X | 2024 |
| WESTERN STAR | 47X | 2025 |
| WESTERN STAR | 47X | 2026 |
| WESTERN STAR | 47X | 2027 |
| WESTERN STAR | 49X | 2020 |
| WESTERN STAR | 49X | 2021 |
| WESTERN STAR | 49X | 2022 |
| WESTERN STAR | 49X | 2023 |
| WESTERN STAR | 49X | 2024 |
| WESTERN STAR | 49X | 2025 |
| WESTERN STAR | 49X | 2026 |
| WESTERN STAR | 49X | 2027 |
| Manufacturer campaign | F1029 |
|---|---|
| Initiated by | MFR |
| Owner letters | 2026-05-22 |
Original record: NHTSA · JSON: /api/recall/26V079000.json · all recent recalls