Undersized ground wire may cause engine stall
Defect Summary
Daimler trucks north america llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2019-2021 western star 4700 and 5700 vehicles. a particular wire in the ground harness may be undersized, possibly resulting in a melted connector in the ground circuit harness. if the connector becomes damaged, under certain circumstances, the engine may stall without the ability to restart.
Safety Consequence
An engine stall may increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dtna will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ground harness, free of charge. this recall began june 23, 2020. owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712. dtna's number for this recall is fl-852.
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FAQ: Recall 20V281000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 20V281000?
NHTSA recall 20V281000 was issued by Daimler Trucks North America, Llc on May 18, 2020. It addresses: Undersized ground wire may cause engine stall. The recall affects approximately 2,987 vehicles, with the defect involving the Electrical System component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Daimler Trucks North America, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 20V281000 or the manufacturer campaign number FL-852. 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.