Western Star 49X recalls by year
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
30 recalls found for the Western Star 49X in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, and 1 owner complaint. Choose a model year:
| Model year | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|
| 2027 Western Star 49X | 1 | 0 |
| 2026 Western Star 49X | 6 | 0 |
| 2025 Western Star 49X | 13 | 0 |
| 2024 Western Star 49X | 6 | 0 |
| 2023 Western Star 49X | 14 | 0 |
| 2022 Western Star 49X | 17 | 1 |
| 2021 Western Star 49X | 13 | 0 |
| 2020 Western Star 49X | 10 | 0 |
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.
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.
Newest Western Star 49X recalls
- Sep 9, 202626V583000Service brakes, air, electronic stability control (ESC)2,404 vehiclesFreightliner Cascadia and Western Star 49X
The brake modulator valves on the front axle may corrode and cause the vehicle to pull to one side during braking initiated by Electronic Stability Control (ESC) or Roll…
- Feb 11, 202626V079000Electrical system26,960 vehiclesWestern Star 49X and 47X
A stud connecting the battery to the starter at the frame rail may have been incorrectly installed or may corrode, which can cause a short circuit.
- Nov 4, 202525V760000Suspension18,783 vehiclesFreightliner 108SD, Freightliner 114SD and 6 more models
The axle clamp fasteners may be loose, which can result in a loss of vehicle control.
- Sep 11, 202525V603000Steering343 vehiclesWestern Star 47X, Freightliner Business Class M2 and 10 more models
The tie rod castle nut and cotter pin may not be installed properly, which can result in a loss of vehicle steering control.
- Sep 11, 202525V601000Service brakes, air402 vehiclesFreightliner 108SD, Freightliner 114SD and 15 more models
The brake caliper mounting bolts may loosen and detach, which can cause a loss of brake function and damage the tire and/or wheel.
- Jun 23, 202525V326000Electrical system22,271 vehiclesWestern Star 49X and 47X
A stud connecting the battery to the starter at the frame rail may have been incorrectly installed, which can cause a short circuit.
- May 7, 202525V295000Service brakes, air68 vehiclesFreightliner 114SD, Western Star 49X and 2 more models
The air tank capacity may be too small, resulting in reduced braking performance.
- Mar 25, 202525V187000Exterior lighting, forward collision avoidance1,968 vehiclesWestern Star 47X, Western Star 49X and 5 more models
A software error in the advanced signal and actuator module for the automatic emergency braking system may cause the brake lights to fail to illuminate.
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