2015 WESTERN STAR 6900
3 recalls, 0 complaints - 447 TSBs
17V810000 Dec 15, 2017
EQUIPMENT
Defect Description
Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2002-2017 Freightliner Cascadia, Century Class, Columbia and Coronado trucks and Western Star 4700, 4900, 5700, 5900 and 6900 trucks. These vehicles are equipped with Kidde Plastic-Handle or Push Button 'Pindicator' Fire Extinguishers tha... Read more
Consequence
In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy
DTNA will notify owners, and instruct them to contact Kidde for a replacement fire extinguisher, free of charge. The recall began on April 11, 2018. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712, or contact Kidde customer service toll-free at 1-855-262-3540, or online at www.kidde.com ... Read more
17V761000 Nov 27, 2017
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS
Defect Description
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2008-2018 Freightliner Cascadia, Western Star 4700, 4900, 5700, and 6900 trucks. After hard brake applications, the brake light pressure switch may not activate the brake lights with a light application of the brake pedal.
Consequence
If the brake lights fail to illuminate, there would not be a signal to other motorists that the vehicle is slowing, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will repair the vehicles, free of charge. Daimler issued interim notifications to owners on January 22, 2018. The recall began on May 9, 2018. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-756.
15V182000 Mar 27, 2015
EQUIPMENT
Defect Description
Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Western Star 4700, 4900, 5700, and 6900 trucks manufactured from July 23, 2013, through December 4, 2014, and equipped with certain Kidde disposable handheld fire extinguishers. These fire extinguishers may not fully ... Read more
Consequence
In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not work correctly, there is an increased risk of injury to the truck occupants.
Remedy
DTNA will notify owners, and Kidde will provide a replacement extinguisher when contacted directly or affected owners may go to an authorized DTNA repair facility to order a replacement fire extinguisher, free of charge. The recall began on May 26, 2015. Affected owners may contact Kidde directly ... Read more
No complaints found for this vehicle.
Technical Service Bulletins, 2015 WESTERN STAR 6900
447 manufacturer communications from 323 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 77 |
| 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL | 63 |
| 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 50 |
| 060000 ENGINE (PWS) | 34 |
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 31 |
| 100000 POWER TRAIN | 23 |
| 080000 FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL | 13 |
| 070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE | 12 |
SBW83-030
Jun 27, 2022
130000 VISIBILITY
Updated Western Star Service Bulletin for HVAC Actuator Replacement
SBW49-020
Feb 15, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Western Star Service Bulletin for DEF Connector Reinforcement Caps
ICI21-030
Oct 18, 2021
130000 VISIBILITY
SF626 Western Star Window Replacement Inspection Notification. This letter is to inform you that Field Service Campaign SF626 Western Star Window Replacement Inspection Notification campaign was released.
SBW54-080
Jun 10, 2021
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Western Star Service Bulletin for Key Fob ID Retention. Key fobs for remote keyless entry on Western Star vehicles are delivered in packages that include a unique ID for the fob. The ID is required when pairing the key fob with a vehicle.
WI21-009
Apr 19, 2021
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Warranty Information letter announcing that DTNA is increasing the Standard Diagnostic Times (SDTs) shown. The updated after treatment system (ATS) diesel exhaust fluid (DEF) pump times will be applied to repair orders opened on or after Ap
WI21-008
Apr 6, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
Warranty Information Letter announcing DTNA is adjusting the Standard Repair Times (SRTs) shown. The updated times will be applied to repair orders opened on or after April 5, 2021.
WP21-007
Mar 22, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
Warranty Policy Letter for battery tags. DTNA determined that since adopting the AutoMeter BCT-460DTNA Powernet Assessment Tool (AutoMeter) as the required powernet system tester, not all battery tags have to be retained support Warranty-re
WP21-007
Mar 22, 2021
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Warranty Policy Letter for battery tags. DTNA determined that since adopting the AutoMeter BCT-460DTNA Powernet Assessment Tool (AutoMeter) as the required powernet system tester, not all battery tags have to be retained support Warranty-re
WP60-100
Mar 10, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
Updated Western Star Parts Technical Bulletin for Universal Design Floor Mats. This bulletin replaces the version dated February 12, 2021. Information about parts notes in the Paragon system have been added and the trimming instructions are
21OEM-06
Feb 19, 2021
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Starting on November 23, 2020, DiagnosticLink 8.13 (Build 4527) was made available. Current subscribers of DiagnosticLink 8.11 or 8.12 may upgrade to DiagnosticLink 8.13 at no cost. All DTNA Service shops & OEM locations are required to mai
ICI21-003
Feb 15, 2021
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Superseding Letter to an Important Campaign Information Letter to announce a reimbursement available to dealers for travel to a customer's location to perform a recall or field service campaign. Potential travel reimbursement applies to DTN
WI21-006
Feb 15, 2021
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Warranty Information Letter for Detroit NOx Sensor Circuit Fault Codes - Claim Guidelines.
WI21-006
Feb 15, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
Warranty Information Letter for Detroit NOx Sensor Circuit Fault Codes - Claim Guidelines.
WI21-006
Feb 15, 2021
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Warranty Information Letter for Detroit NOx Sensor Circuit Fault Codes - Claim Guidelines.
WI21-006
Feb 15, 2021
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Warranty Information Letter for Detroit NOx Sensor Circuit Fault Codes - Claim Guidelines.
WI20-014R
Feb 8, 2021
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Revised Warranty Information Letter for OWL and Warranty Manual Improvement: Sublets and Travel Time/Distance. In the spirit of continuous improvement, DTNA reviewed sublet-related policies and procedures. The goal was to improve language c
SBW35-018
Dec 17, 2020
100000 POWER TRAIN
Western Star Service Bulletin for Axle Flange Gasket Replaced with O-Ring. Daimler Trucks North America has released a new axle shaft to hub rubber O-ring (part number 11-30728-000) as a replacement for the paper gasket (part number 11-1441
WP20-018R
Dec 8, 2020
100000 POWER TRAIN
Revised Warranty Policy Letter for Alliance/Mascot Aftermarket Warranty and Claim Filing. Revisions are in blue. With Mascot now in partnership with Detroit Reman and Alliance Parts, DTNA is pleased to announce that Mascot coverage has been
WP20-018R
Dec 8, 2020
010000 STEERING
Revised Warranty Policy Letter for Alliance/Mascot Aftermarket Warranty and Claim Filing. Revisions are in blue. With Mascot now in partnership with Detroit Reman and Alliance Parts, DTNA is pleased to announce that Mascot coverage has been
WP20-018
Dec 7, 2020
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Warranty Policy Letter for Alliance/Mascot Aftermarket Warranty and Claim Filing. With Mascot now in partnership with Detroit Reman and Alliance Parts, DTNA is pleased to announce that Mascot coverage has been added to OWL. Remanufactured A
WP20-018
Dec 7, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
Warranty Policy Letter for Alliance/Mascot Aftermarket Warranty and Claim Filing. With Mascot now in partnership with Detroit Reman and Alliance Parts, DTNA is pleased to announce that Mascot coverage has been added to OWL. Remanufactured A
WP20-018
Dec 7, 2020
100000 POWER TRAIN
Warranty Policy Letter for Alliance/Mascot Aftermarket Warranty and Claim Filing. With Mascot now in partnership with Detroit Reman and Alliance Parts, DTNA is pleased to announce that Mascot coverage has been added to OWL. Remanufactured A
WP20-018
Dec 7, 2020
010000 STEERING
Warranty Policy Letter for Alliance/Mascot Aftermarket Warranty and Claim Filing. With Mascot now in partnership with Detroit Reman and Alliance Parts, DTNA is pleased to announce that Mascot coverage has been added to OWL. Remanufactured A
20TS-09
Dec 6, 2020
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Technical Service Letter for SPN 3711 FMI 31 on GHG17 DD15 Trucks.
18SP744
Nov 30, 2020
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Special Publication letter for Two-Filter Fuel System KM59 GEN1 DD15 DD16 Severe Duty High Pressure Fuel Rail Feed Lines Service Kit.
18SP744
Nov 30, 2020
073100 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM:FUEL RAIL
Special Publication letter for Two-Filter Fuel System KM59 GEN1 DD15 DD16 Severe Duty High Pressure Fuel Rail Feed Lines Service Kit.
18SP744
Nov 30, 2020
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Special Publication letter for Two-Filter Fuel System KM59 GEN1 DD15 DD16 Severe Duty High Pressure Fuel Rail Feed Lines Service Kit.
SBW54-057
Oct 27, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
Western Star Service Bulletin for Powernet Troubleshooting Guide - Batteries, Path, Alternator, and Starter. When troubleshooting powernet issues, use the BCT-460DTNA PowerNet Assessment Tool. As of May 29, 2018, the AutoMeter is the only D
SBW54-057
Oct 27, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Western Star Service Bulletin for Powernet Troubleshooting Guide - Batteries, Path, Alternator, and Starter. When troubleshooting powernet issues, use the BCT-460DTNA PowerNet Assessment Tool. As of May 29, 2018, the AutoMeter is the only D
WSTCAE180-2020
Oct 13, 2020
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Portland Truck Plant Paint Changes
WSTCAE180-2020
Oct 13, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
Portland Truck Plant Paint Changes
TechTalk2039
Sep 24, 2020
063130 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:GAS RECIRCULATION VALVE (EGR VALVE)
Tech Talk Discussion for DD15 GHG14 EGR linkage hex nuts.
TechTalk4725
Sep 22, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
Tech Talk discussion about power steering fluid.
TechTalk4725
Sep 22, 2020
010000 STEERING
Tech Talk discussion about power steering fluid.
TechTalk7679
Sep 15, 2020
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Tech Talk discussion on repair verification for codes like 'low air flow' when a trailer is not available.
20CSA-15
Aug 31, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
Customer Service Announcement for Release of DiagnosticLink 8.12 Service Pack 2. On Thursday, September 3, 2020, Service Pack (SP) 2 for DiagnosticLink 8.12 Standard and Professional will be made available to download from the Detroit Diese
20CSA-15
Aug 31, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Customer Service Announcement for Release of DiagnosticLink 8.12 Service Pack 2. On Thursday, September 3, 2020, Service Pack (SP) 2 for DiagnosticLink 8.12 Standard and Professional will be made available to download from the Detroit Diese
20CSA-15
Aug 31, 2020
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Customer Service Announcement for Release of DiagnosticLink 8.12 Service Pack 2. On Thursday, September 3, 2020, Service Pack (SP) 2 for DiagnosticLink 8.12 Standard and Professional will be made available to download from the Detroit Diese
ICI20-022R
Aug 11, 2020
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Revised letter is to announce a reimbursement available to dealers for travel to a customer's location to perform a recall or field service campaign. Potential travel reimbursement applies to DTNA truck dealers and Detroit Diesel distributo
ICI20-022
Aug 3, 2020
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Important Campaign Information letter announcing Dealer Travel for Campaign Performance. This letter is to announce a reimbursement available to dealers for travel to a customer??A???A???A???A???A???A???A???A???A???A???A???A?s location to p
WI20-014
Aug 3, 2020
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Warranty Information Letter for OWL and Warranty Manual Improvement: Sublets and Travel Time/Distance. In the spirit of continuous improvement, DTNA reviewed sublet-related policies and procedures. The goal was to improve language clarity a
WI20-012
Aug 3, 2020
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Warranty Information Letter informing that to ensure that DTNA policies and service network practices align, the Warranty Department will be revising the Warranty Manual.
SBW31-016
Jul 28, 2020
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Western Star Bulletin for Non-Airliner Rear Suspension Crossmember Fastener Change. With the start of production on March 2, 2020, the fasteners used to assemble the non-Airliner rear suspension (bogie) crossmember have changed. The rear su
SBW31-016
Jul 28, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
Western Star Bulletin for Non-Airliner Rear Suspension Crossmember Fastener Change. With the start of production on March 2, 2020, the fasteners used to assemble the non-Airliner rear suspension (bogie) crossmember have changed. The rear su
SBW31-016
Jul 28, 2020
022000 SUSPENSION:REAR
Western Star Bulletin for Non-Airliner Rear Suspension Crossmember Fastener Change. With the start of production on March 2, 2020, the fasteners used to assemble the non-Airliner rear suspension (bogie) crossmember have changed. The rear su
20TS-05
Jul 27, 2020
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Technical Service Letter for EPA10, GHG14, GHG17 Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) Compatibility. Note: This document supersedes 14 TS-25 and 15 TS-8. Detroit Diesel has determined that some, Diesel Particulate Filters (DPFs) are compatible i
20OEM-05
Jul 27, 2020
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
OEM and distributor announcement for DiagnosticLink 8.12 (Build 4527) was made available. All DTNA Service shops & OEM locations are required to maintain the latest version of software on each of their stations.
20CSA-10
Jul 27, 2020
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Customer Service Announcement informing that Service Pack (SP) 1 for DiagnosticLink??A???A???A???A???A???A???A???A? 8.12 Standard and Professional is available to download from the Detroit Diesel server.
20CSA-09
Jul 23, 2020
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Customer Service Announcement for DiagnosticLink Software Update Reminder. Due to various software changes and fixes, vehicles will require DiagnosticLink 8.12 to perform functional programming. Failure to use this version may cause errors,
SBW60-027
Jul 13, 2020
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Service Bulletin for Guidelines for Cleaning and Disinfecting Cab Surfaces. The following guidelines are for cleaning and disinfecting commonly touched surfaces on the inside and outside of a vehicle. For best results, follow cleaning and d
20CSA-08
Jun 10, 2020
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Customer Service Announcement for Release of DiagnosticLink 8.12. On Wednesday, June 10, 2020, DiagnosticLink 8.12 will be made available for download from the ordering system. Current subscribers of DiagnosticLink 8.xx can upgrade to Diagn
SBW72-008REV
May 22, 2020
160000 STRUCTURE
Service Bulletin for Window Regulator Retrofit. The bulletin dated December 4, 2019 has been revised to include 4800 Models. Beginning 04/01/2019 Western Star cab doors were updated to a new style regulator and window. When replacing an old
SBW72-008REV
May 22, 2020
133000 VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS
Service Bulletin for Window Regulator Retrofit. The bulletin dated December 4, 2019 has been revised to include 4800 Models. Beginning 04/01/2019 Western Star cab doors were updated to a new style regulator and window. When replacing an old
WI20-008
Apr 27, 2020
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Warranty Information Letter for Warranty Training Online. DTNA is pleased to announce the release of new Warranty-related training videos. The videos provide Warranty content in short instructional videos that are available on demand throug
WP20-007
Apr 23, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
Warranty Policy Letter for Chassis Progressive Damage Policy Change. Effective for repair orders opened on or after April 27, 2020, if an Authorized Service Location installed a part which later has a warrantable failure, progressive damage
WP20-006
Apr 23, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
Warranty Policy Letter for Handling for Authorized Service Location Part Transfers. To promote 24-hour throughput and maximum efficiency, DTNA is adjusting multiple handling policies: Launching a new handling allowance for parts ordered fr
WP20-005
Apr 22, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
Warranty Policy Letter for Handling Change: Over the Counter Aftermarket Parts Replacement Program. DTNA is pleased to announce that handling will increase to 33% for Misc. Replacement Part type claims filed under the Over the Counter (OTC)
WI20-004
Apr 21, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
Warranty Information Letter for Warranty Long Block Program Change. The Detroit Reman Long Block Program has expanded. The expansion reduces complexity in ordering reman engines and promotes stocking reman engines to meet uptime commitments
WI20-004
Apr 21, 2020
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Warranty Information Letter for Warranty Long Block Program Change. The Detroit Reman Long Block Program has expanded. The expansion reduces complexity in ordering reman engines and promotes stocking reman engines to meet uptime commitments
SBW54-075
Apr 17, 2020
280000 BACK OVER PREVENTION
Service Bulletin for Lengthening the Backup Light Harness. Though the back-up light harness is long enough to connect to the backup light switch, it may be short enough that the wire seals in the connector can be stressed. Moisture entering
SBW54-075
Apr 17, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Service Bulletin for Lengthening the Backup Light Harness. Though the back-up light harness is long enough to connect to the backup light switch, it may be short enough that the wire seals in the connector can be stressed. Moisture entering
20CSA-04
Mar 20, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
Customer Service Announcement saying that Service Pack (SP) 3 for DiagnosticLink??A? 8.11 Standard and Professional will be available for download from the Detroit Diesel server.
20CSA-04
Mar 20, 2020
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Customer Service Announcement saying that Service Pack (SP) 3 for DiagnosticLink??A? 8.11 Standard and Professional will be available for download from the Detroit Diesel server.
03.2020 Campaign
Mar 17, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
Open recall and Field service Campaigns report send out to Dealers, General Managers, Service managers and warranty managers.
WP20-002
Mar 17, 2020
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Warranty Policy Letter explaining the Warranty Department is aligning with the frame rail repair policy, published in DTNA Workshop Manuals, which states that there are very few cases in which welding a heat-treated frame rail is allowed. T
WP20-002
Mar 17, 2020
160000 STRUCTURE
Warranty Policy Letter explaining the Warranty Department is aligning with the frame rail repair policy, published in DTNA Workshop Manuals, which states that there are very few cases in which welding a heat-treated frame rail is allowed. T
02.2020 Campaign
Mar 4, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
Open recall and Field service Campaigns report send out to Dealers, General Managers, Service managers and warranty managers
SBW54-061
Feb 14, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Service Bulletin for 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.
20CSA-01
Jan 31, 2020
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Customer Service Announcement for a policy change regarding Detroit Service Information Bulletins (SIBs) will now have a 60-day expiration, starting on the release day of the bulletin. The intent of a SIB is to notify the service network of
20CSA-01
Jan 31, 2020
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Customer Service Announcement for a policy change regarding Detroit Service Information Bulletins (SIBs) will now have a 60-day expiration, starting on the release day of the bulletin. The intent of a SIB is to notify the service network of
SS1034615
Jan 21, 2020
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Service Solution for Western Star Velvac Door Mirror Seal Curling. The rubber that is rolling back is actually a rubber tape. Originally, the mirrors did not have this tape. Velvac added the tape to address some whistling complaints from cu
SS1034615
Jan 21, 2020
130000 VISIBILITY
Service Solution for Western Star Velvac Door Mirror Seal Curling. The rubber that is rolling back is actually a rubber tape. Originally, the mirrors did not have this tape. Velvac added the tape to address some whistling complaints from cu
SBW83-020
Jan 16, 2020
130000 VISIBILITY
Service Bulletin on A/C System Receiver-Drier Replacement Guidelines.
WI19-022
Jan 2, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
Warranty Information Letter announcing Detroit NOx Sensor Circuit Improvements for GHG17 After Treatment Systems
WI19-022
Jan 2, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Warranty Information Letter announcing Detroit NOx Sensor Circuit Improvements for GHG17 After Treatment Systems
WI19-022
Jan 2, 2020
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Warranty Information Letter announcing Detroit NOx Sensor Circuit Improvements for GHG17 After Treatment Systems
SBW72-008
Dec 19, 2019
160000 STRUCTURE
Service Bulletin for Window Regulator Retrofit.
SBW72-008
Dec 19, 2019
130000 VISIBILITY
Service Bulletin for Window Regulator Retrofit.
SS1034577
Dec 2, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
Service Solution to address WST Cab drone / vibration / tapping Under acceleration for vehicles w/Eaton Manual Trans.
SS1034577
Dec 2, 2019
100000 POWER TRAIN
Service Solution to address WST Cab drone / vibration / tapping Under acceleration for vehicles w/Eaton Manual Trans.
SS1034577
Dec 2, 2019
160000 STRUCTURE
Service Solution to address WST Cab drone / vibration / tapping Under acceleration for vehicles w/Eaton Manual Trans.
SS1034577
Dec 2, 2019
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Service Solution to address WST Cab drone / vibration / tapping Under acceleration for vehicles w/Eaton Manual Trans.
SBW00-004
Nov 22, 2019
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Service Bulletin explaining Western Star's courtesy engineering policy.
SS1034499
Oct 30, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
Service Solution on failing RX modules in Western Star vehicles.
SS1034499
Oct 30, 2019
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Service Solution on failing RX modules in Western Star vehicles.
17TS9
Oct 25, 2019
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Technical Service Letter communicating that information on DD Heavy Duty Platform Belt and Belt Tensioner can be found on TechLit.
P&SSep2019
Oct 4, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
Parts and Service Committee meeting minutes
19TL-15
Sep 27, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
Tool Letter for ICC5 Programming Cable
19TL-15
Sep 27, 2019
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Tool Letter for ICC5 Programming Cable
SB47-015
Sep 27, 2019
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Service Bulletin for Equiflo Fuel System Breather Tube Inspection
19CSA-12 BCT
Sep 9, 2019
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
PowerNet Assessment Tool Repair Procedure
15CSA-3REV
Sep 9, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
Customer Service Announcement Letter Revision for Dealers/Distributors Accessing DDEC Backdoor Passwords
19TL-10 NVH
Sep 9, 2019
160000 STRUCTURE
Communication to assist the field with service vibration issues on DTNA vehicles
D18M4
Sep 6, 2019
100000 POWER TRAIN
Field Service Campaign for Remanufactured Detroit DT12 Transmissions
19CSA-13
Sep 5, 2019
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Service Systems Development provided document to service locations on price list reflects current charges to engine horsepower ratings for HDEP and MDEG engine platforms.
19-013WI
Sep 4, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
Warranty Information Letter to announce addition of Thomas Built Bus as a brand with an Authorized Demonstrator Program
19-011WP
Sep 4, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
Warranty Policy Letter to communicate Detroit Return Changes
19-012WP
Sep 4, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
Warranty Policy Letter to communicate remarketing handling cap for Detroit DT12 Transmission.
19-010WI
Sep 3, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
Warranty Information Letter updated to communicate warranty system updates.
0611-19
Aug 7, 2019
092100 FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
Service Information Bulletin was released, to add new procedures to address diagnostics near the high pressure pump
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WESTERN STAR 6900 - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the WESTERN STAR 6900 across all model years (1998, 2023).
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Total Recalls
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Total Complaints
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Investigations
0
Reported Crashes
0
Reported Fires
0
Reported Deaths
WESTERN STAR 6900 - Year by Year
Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 2 | 0 | View |
| 2019 | 2 | 0 | View |
| 2018 | 4 | 0 | View |
| 2017 | 5 | 0 | View |
| 2016 | 2 | 0 | View |
| 2015 (current) | 3 | 0 | |
| 2014 | 4 | 0 | View |
| 2013 | 4 | 0 | View |
| 2012 | 3 | 0 | View |
| 2011 | 3 | 0 | View |
| 2010 | 4 | 0 | View |
| 2009 | 4 | 0 | View |
| 2008 | 4 | 0 | View |
| 2007 | 4 | 0 | View |
| 2006 | 6 | 1 | View |
| 2005 | 5 | 0 | View |
| 2004 | 4 | 0 | View |
| 2003 | 2 | 0 | View |
| 2002 | 2 | 0 | View |
| 2001 | 2 | 0 | View |
| 2000 | 2 | 0 | View |
| 1999 | 1 | 0 | View |
| 1998 | 1 | 0 | View |