Western Star 6900 2006
Model 6900 made in 2006 by Western Star got 1 consumer complain there are 4 recalls as well as 5 service bulletins. Consumer complaints with reference to engine and engine cooling. . Technical service bulletines regarding engine and engine cooling, fuel system, diesel and power train. There were some recalls concerningengine and engine cooling, service brakes, air.
Model 2006
Recalls
| Campaign | Manufacturer | Manufacturing date | Type | # of units affected | Date Owner notified Mfg | Recall Initiated by | Manufacturers of recalled vehicles/products | Report Recieved Date | Record Creation Date | Regulation Part Number | FMVSS Number | |||||
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| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | ||||||||||||||||
| 06V030000 | FREIGHTLINER LLC | from 04/09/2004 to 10/07/2005 | V (Vehicle) | 5771 | 04/17/2006 | ODI | FREIGHTLINER LLC | 02/08/2006 | 02/08/2006 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | On certain trucks equipped with caterpillar diesel engines, the variable valve actuation oil line may wear against the sharp edge of the cylinder head if not positioned correctly. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | The oil line may be cut on the cylinder head causing an oil leak and a possible fire. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Caterpillar, in conjunction with freightliner, will be conducting the owner notification and remedy for this campaign free of charge. owners may call caterpillar at 309-675-6496, or freightliner at 1-800-547-0712. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Freightliner recall no. fl-471.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration | |||||||||||||||
| 09V366000 | DAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA | from 04/01/2003 to 06/30/2009 | V (Vehicle) | 25362 | 05/05/2009 | MFR | DAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA | 09/23/2009 | 09/25/2009 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | Daimler trucks is recalling model year 2004-2010 trucks equipped with caterpillar c15 engine. the variable valve actuation oil line may rub against the p-clips retaining the oil line, causing an oil leak. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | An oil leak may result in a fire. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Daimler trucks is working with caterpillar to remedy these vehicles. please see caterpillar's defect report 09e-020. caterpillar will inspect and repair the necessary components free of charge. the recall began on may 5, 2009. owners may contact caterpillar toll-free at 1-800-447-4986 or daimler trucks at 1-800-547-0712. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Daimler trucks recall no. fl-558. owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov . | |||||||||||||||
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE - DIESEL | ||||||||||||||||
| 12V074000 | DAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA | V (Vehicle) | 103437 | 04/27/2012 | MFR | DAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA | 02/28/2012 | 02/28/2012 | ||||||||
| Defect Summary | Daimler trucks (dtna) is recalling certain model year 2006-2013 freightliner, sterling, and western star vehicles, equipped with detroit diesel epa07 and epa10, dd13 and dd15/16 engines, manufactured from january 20, 2006, through february 20, 2012. the pump to rail high pressure fuel line support system used on these engines is sensitive to assembly torque and may be damaged during service work. as a result of other repairs, the line supports may loosen, potentially leading to fuel line cracking and a fuel leak. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | A fuel leak could create a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash. also a fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can result in a fire. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Dtna will notify owners, and where necessary, the high pressure fuel line support system will be replaced by dtna authorized service facilities, free of charge. the safety recall began on april 27, 2012. owners may contact dtna at 1-800-547-0712. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Dtna's recall campaign number is 12c-2.customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov. | |||||||||||||||
| SERVICE BRAKES, AIR - SLACK ADJUSTERS | ||||||||||||||||
| 07V571000 | FREIGHTLINER LLC | from 01/01/2005 to 01/31/2007 | V (Vehicle) | 31 | 07/31/2008 | MFR | FREIGHTLINER LLC | 12/18/2007 | 12/14/2007 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | On certain heavy duty trucks built with sisu fr2p-21, sisu fr2p-26, sisu fr3p-33, or sisu fr3p-48 rear axles, a counter-bore machined in both ends of the worm wheel opening of the slack adjuster housing reduces material thickness between the worm wheel opening and the worm shaft opening. under normal service a crack may develop in this area rendering the slack adjuster inoperable and reducing brake effectiveness. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | Reduced vehicle braking could lead to a crash. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Dealers will inspect the slack adjusters, and replace the adjuster if found defective. the recall began on july 31, 2008. owners may contact freightliner at 1-800-547-0712. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Freightliner recall no. fl-518.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov. | |||||||||||||||
Bulletins
| Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
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| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE - DIESEL | |||||
| SB-49-12 | 05/01/2012 | 10044353 | Western star: around the diesel exhaust fluid (def) an excessive amount of crystal or powder built up indicates a leak caused by evaporation of def exposed to air and/or dampness. *pe | 06/13/2012 | |
| FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL | |||||
| SB-49-12 | 05/01/2012 | 10044353 | Western star: around the diesel exhaust fluid (def) an excessive amount of crystal or powder built up indicates a leak caused by evaporation of def exposed to air and/or dampness. *pe | 06/13/2012 | |
| POWER TRAIN - DRIVELINE - CENTER SUPPORT BEARING | |||||
| 35-7 | 02/01/2012 | 10043820 | Western star: lubricate wheel bearings, rear drive axles. *js | 04/27/2012 | |
| SUSPENSION - FRONT - WHEEL BEARING | |||||
| 35-7 | 02/01/2012 | 10043820 | Western star: lubricate wheel bearings, rear drive axles. *js | 04/27/2012 | |
| SUSPENSION - MULTIPLE AXLE | |||||
| 35-7 | 02/01/2012 | 10043820 | Western star: lubricate wheel bearings, rear drive axles. *js | 04/27/2012 | |
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - COOLING SYSTEM - FAN | |||
| 12/27/2009 | 560000 | ||
| I was traveling down an interstate in florida when he heard a noise coming from the engine compartment. various lights came on in the dash and eventually the engine shut down. i was able to get to the side of the road and found my horton fan hub assembly had come off and created a leak in the radiator. it also has caused internal damage in the engine which i found after all the repairs were completed. i am currenty consuming 7 gallons of antifreeze a week due to the fan hub overheating the engine. | |||