Does the 2004 Western Star 4900 SA have any recalls?

2 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: steering. Recalls apply to the model and year; whether a particular vehicle is included, and whether it has been repaired, depends on its VIN.

How do I check if my 2004 Western Star 4900 SA recall has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or ask a Western Star dealer. Recall repairs are free. NHTSA's VIN search doesn't list recalls that were already repaired.

How many complaints have owners filed about the 2004 Western Star 4900 SA?

0 complaints filed with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public that NHTSA uses to decide what to investigate.

2004 Western Star 4900 SA recalls

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

2 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026

For the 2004 Western Star 4900 SA. These apply to the model and year, not to one particular vehicle: check your VIN to see whether yours is included and whether it has been repaired.

Has your Western Star been repaired?

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.

Check your VIN with NHTSA

NHTSA’s VIN search doesn’t show recalls that were already repaired, recalls more than 15 years old, or some small manufacturers’ recalls. A Western Star dealer can also check your VIN. Recall repairs are free.

2004 Western Star 4900 SA recalls, newest first

June 14, 2010NHTSA 10V2600004 vehicles potentially affected

Steering

Summary: Dtna is recalling certain 2002 through 2011 western star 4900 sa trucks manufacturer from December 21, 2001 through June 4, 2010. The spacer used to connect the aft steer axle idler arm to the frame rail may develop cracks and eventually break under severe steering conditions allowing the idler arm to separate from the frame rail resulting in diminished steering control.
Consequence: Diminished steering control increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dtna will notify owners and dealers will repair the vehicles free of charge. The safety recall began on January 26, 2011. Owners may contact dtna toll-free at 1-800-547-0712.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

March 8, 2004NHTSA 04V120000275 vehicles potentially affected

Steering › Linkages › Drag › Power assist system

Summary: On certain trucks and truck-tractors equipped with TRW drag link assemblies, the replacement clamp and drag link assemblies contain a potentially defective 5/8-11-grade b prevailing torque hex nut. If the final tightening is less than 65 lb.-ft., the clamp load would be unacceptably low and could compromise the integrity of the drag link.
Consequence: This could result in the ball socket separating and cause loss of steering control, increasing the risk of personal injury or a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the affected hex nut(s). Owner notification began on may 21, 2004. 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 should contact freightliner at 1-800-547-0712.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

Owner complaints

No owner complaints about the 2004 Western Star 4900 SA were found in NHTSA’s complaint data.

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Questions

Does the 2004 Western Star 4900 SA have any recalls?: 2 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: steering. Recalls apply to the model and year; whether a particular vehicle is included, and whether it has been repaired, depends on its VIN.
How do I check if my 2004 Western Star 4900 SA recall has been fixed?: Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or ask a Western Star dealer. Recall repairs are free. NHTSA's VIN search doesn't list recalls that were already repaired.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2004 Western Star 4900 SA?: 0 complaints filed with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public that NHTSA uses to decide what to investigate.