recall information
Recall number
REC-006750
Campaign number
SFAU-1026
Original published date
make and model information
Make
Western Star
Model
X-SERIES 3-AXLE
Year range
2025 - 2026
Affected units
0
Variant applicability
All variants within this model
Identifying features
VIN (Vehicle identification number)
What are the defects?
Due to a manufacturing defect, the incorrect wiring size has been used in the optional driving light accessory circuit. This could result in a vehicle fire.
What are the hazards?
A vehicle fire may increase the risk of serious injury or death to vehicle occupants, other road users, bystanders and/or damage to property.
What should consumers do?
Owners of affected vehicles will be contacted by Western Star asking them to schedule an appointment with their local authorised dealer to have an updated wiring harness fitted, free of charge.
Note: Immediate action is to deactivate driving light circuit by removing 2x 30A fuse located in the optional driving light fuse block.
Note: Immediate action is to deactivate driving light circuit by removing 2x 30A fuse located in the optional driving light fuse block.
Supplier details
PENSKE AUSTRALIA PTY LTD
Who should owners/operators contact for more information?
Contact name
Western Star Dealer
Contact phone
07 3271 7777
Responsible regulator
Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications, Sport and the Arts is the responsible regulator for this recall.
