The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration announced a recall for 3,500 Western Star trucks from 1998 through 2000 model years.

Models affected are the 4800, 4900, 5800, 5900, and 6900, manufactured between December 1998 and February 2000.
On certain trucks equipped with Caterpillar 3406E and C-15 engines, there is interference between the positive battery cable and the electronic control module to the engine. Chafing can wear through the battery cable insulation, allowing contact between the battery cable and the stud. This contact could cause a short circuit, which may result in a fire.
Dealers will inspect the vehicles, and the battery cables will be replaced or re-routed as necessary. Owner notification is scheduled to begin this month. Owners who do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact Freightliner at 1-800-547-0712.
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