2000 WESTERN STAR 5900
1 recalls, 0 complaints - 7 TSBs
01V387000 Dec 17, 2001
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY:CABLES
Defect Description
ON CERTAIN TRUCKS EQUIPPED WITH CATERPILLAR 3406E AND C-15 ENGINES, INTERFERENCE BETWEEN THE POSITIVE BATTERY CABLE AND STUD MOUNTING ELECTRONIC CONTROL MODULE (ECM) TO THE ENGINE EXISTS. CHAFING CAN WEAR THROUGH THE BATTERY CABLE INSULATION TO ALLOW CONTACT BETWEEN THE BATTERY CABLE AND THE STUD.
Consequence
THIS CONTACT COULD PROVIDE A SHORT CIRCUIT, WHICH MAY CAUSE A FIRE.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE VEHICLES AND THE BATTERY CABLES WILL BE REPLACED AND/OR RE-ROUTED AS NECESSARY. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN APRIL 18, 2002. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOUL... Read more
No complaints found for this vehicle.
Technical Service Bulletins, 2000 WESTERN STAR 5900
7 manufacturer communications from 4 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 2 |
| 021600 SUSPENSION:FRONT:WHEEL BEARING | 1 |
| 023000 SUSPENSION:MULTIPLE AXLE | 1 |
| 105400 POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:CENTER SUPPORT BEARING | 1 |
| 061200 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:DIESEL | 1 |
| 080000 FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL | 1 |
54-61
Oct 1, 2015
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Guidelines for Repairing or Replacing an Electrical Harness Use the guidelines in this bulletin to determine if a damaged electrical harness should be repaired or replaced. Refer to the wiring section in Group 54 of the applicable worksho
54-57
Jul 1, 2015
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Powernet Troubleshooting Guide: Batteries, Path, Alternator, and Starter For all battery, charging, or starting issues: 1. Print out the "Powernet Assessment Worksheet," found at the end of this bulletin. 2. Use the "Powernet Assess
SB-49-12
May 1, 2012
061200 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:DIESEL
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
SB-49-12
May 1, 2012
080000 FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL
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
35-7
Feb 1, 2012
021600 SUSPENSION:FRONT:WHEEL BEARING
WESTERN STAR: LUBRICATE WHEEL BEARINGS, REAR DRIVE AXLES. *JS
35-7
Feb 1, 2012
023000 SUSPENSION:MULTIPLE AXLE
WESTERN STAR: LUBRICATE WHEEL BEARINGS, REAR DRIVE AXLES. *JS
35-7
Feb 1, 2012
105400 POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:CENTER SUPPORT BEARING
WESTERN STAR: LUBRICATE WHEEL BEARINGS, REAR DRIVE AXLES. *JS
WESTERN STAR 5900 - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the WESTERN STAR 5900 across all model years (1998, 2017).
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Total Recalls
0
Total Complaints
0
Investigations
0
Reported Crashes
0
Reported Fires
0
Reported Deaths
WESTERN STAR 5900 - Year by Year
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| 2000 (current) | 1 | 0 | |
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| 1998 | 1 | 0 | View |