Combustion tube/caterpillar
Defect Summary
Daimler trucks is recalling certain model year 2008-2010 western star 4900 trucks equipped with caterpillar c15 engines and manufactured from february 9, 2007, through february 20, 2009. degradation of a combustion tube weld can cause radial heat impingement on the body which may burn through certain bodies used on c15 engines.
Safety Consequence
This could result in a fire.
Corrective Action
Caterpillar is handling the owner notification and remedy for this campaign. please see caterpillar's defect report 11e-006. Caterpillar will replace the single piece combustion tube with a thick wall combustion tube which won't allow the heat to break through. this service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began in august 2011. owners may contact caterpillar toll-free at 1-800-447-4986.
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FAQ: Recall 11V207000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 11V207000?
NHTSA recall 11V207000 was issued by Daimler Trucks North America, Llc on March 29, 2011. It addresses: Combustion tube/caterpillar. The recall affects approximately 88 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Daimler Trucks North America, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 11V207000 or the manufacturer campaign number FL-603. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.