Western Star 47X, 49X (2020-2026): Electrical system
Recall 25V326000 · Jun 23, 2025 · Daimler Trucks North America, LLC
22,271
vehicles affected
22,271
vehicles affected
Facts
- Recall number
- 25V326000
- Date
- Jun 23, 2025
- Maker
- Daimler Trucks North America, LLC
- Units affected
- 22,271
- Kind
- Vehicles
- Component
- Electrical system > 12v/24v/48v battery
- Model years
- 2020-2026
- Started by
- The safety regulator
- Hazard
- Fire
What is wrong
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.
What can happen
A short circuit increases the risk of a fire.
The fix
Recall repairs are free of charge.
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. Vehicles already repaired under this recall will need to have the new remedy completed.
Vehicles covered
2 models, 13 model years in all
| Make | Model | Model years |
|---|---|---|
| Western Star | 47X | 2021-2026 |
| Western Star | 49X | 2020-2026 |
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Questions and answers
Which vehicles are in recall 25V326000?
2 models: Western Star 47X (2021-2026), Western Star 49X (2020-2026), about 22,271 vehicles in all.
What is the fix for recall 25V326000?
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.
What can happen?
A short circuit increases the risk of a fire.
A recall means the maker found a safety problem and offers a free fix; it does not mean every unit has the problem. Units affected are as reported by the company. Popular models sell more and so have more recalls and complaints. Official public data; texts are shortened. A dealer can tell whether a single vehicle still needs the repair.