Western Star 4800 recalls by year
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
4 recalls found for the Western Star 4800 in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Choose a model year:
| Model year | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|
| 2017 Western Star 4800 | 1 | 0 |
| 2016 Western Star 4800 | 1 | 0 |
| 2015 Western Star 4800 | 2 | 0 |
| 2014 Western Star 4800 | 1 | 0 |
| 2000 Western Star 4800 | 2 | 0 |
| 1999 Western Star 4800 | 1 | 0 |
| 1998 Western Star 4800 | 1 | 0 |
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Recalls here come from NHTSA’s records for the model and year. Not every vehicle of a model is included in every recall, and this site can’t see whether a repair has been done. Only a VIN lookup can tell you that.
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Newest Western Star 4800 recalls
- Aug 31, 201616V634000Power train156 vehiclesFreightliner 108SD, Freightliner 114SD and 6 more models
These vehicles specify a front axle weight limit that may be greater than that of the hub capacity.
- Jun 17, 201515V383000Electrical system21 vehiclesWestern Star 4700, 4800 and 1 more model
In the affected vehicles, the speedometer may not operate properly, possibly not displaying the vehicle's speed.
- Dec 17, 200101V387000Electrical system3,500 vehiclesWestern Star 4800, 4900 and 3 more models
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…
- May 14, 200101V167002Suspension222 vehiclesWestern Star 4800, Western Star 4900 and 6 more models
Vehicle description: heavy duty trucks equipped with chalmers 1000 and 800 series suspension kits.
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