NHTSAELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC - Improper Battery Connection May Cause Fire
Published: February 11, 2026Recall ID: 26V079000Category: vehiclesCountry: US
Reason for Recall / Hazard
A short circuit increases the risk of a fire.
Product Description & Identification
Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA) is recalling certain 2020-2027 Western Star 49X and 2021-2027 Western Star 47X vehicles. A stud connecting the battery to the starter at the frame rail may have been incorrectly installed or may corrode, which can cause a short circuit.
Affected Products
Improper Battery Connection May Cause Fire
Additional Source Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Subject | Improper Battery Connection May Cause Fire |
| Nhtsa id | 26V079000 |
| Component | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM |
| Recall link › Url | https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=26V079000 |
| Recall link › Description | Go to Recall |
| Recall type | Vehicle |
| Do not drive | No |
| Manufacturer | Daimler Trucks North America, LLC |
| Defect summary | Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA) is recalling certain 2020-2027 Western Star 49X and 2021-2027 Western Star 47X vehicles. A stud connecting the battery to the starter at the frame rail may have been incorrectly installed or may corrode, which can cause a short circuit. |
| Completion rate | 6.16 |
| Corrective action | Dealers will repair the studs, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 22, 2026. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is F1029. This recall replaces and expands NHTSA recall number 25V326. Vehicles already repaired under the previous recall will need to have the new remedy completed. |
| Consequence summary | A short circuit increases the risk of a fire. |
| Mfr campaign number | F1029 |
| Potentially affected | 26960 |
| Report received date | 2026-02-11T00:00:00.000 |
| Fire risk when parked | No |
Overview
- Recalling FirmDaimler Trucks North America, LLC
- Risk LevelELECTRICAL SYSTEM