Western Star 6900 2004
Model 6900 made in 2004 by Western Star got 3 recalls as well as 5 service bulletins. Technical service bulletines regarding engine and engine cooling and fuel system, diesel. There were some recalls concerningengine and engine cooling and fuel system, gasoline.
Model 2004
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 . | |||||||||||||||
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - DELIVERY - HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS | ||||||||||||||||
| 05V453000 | FREIGHTLINER LLC | from 08/09/2001 to 06/02/2005 | V (Vehicle) | 600 | 01/26/2006 | MFR | FREIGHTLINER LLC | 10/05/2005 | 10/05/2005 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | On certain trucks fitted with optional in-cab batteries, the dual suction/return lines may contact the cab power harness resulting in chafing through. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | This could result in a fire. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Dealers will reroute and secure the fuel lines. the recall began on january 26, 2006. owners may contact freightliner at 1-800-547-0712. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Freightliner recall no. fl-462.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration | |||||||||||||||
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 | |