Western Star 6900 recalls by year
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
19 recalls found for the Western Star 6900 in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, and 1 owner complaint. Choose a model year:
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Newest Western Star 6900 recalls
- Jan 10, 202424V013000Parking brake149 vehiclesWestern Star 4900 and 6900
A defect in the inversion valve may delay park brake engagement, which could allow the vehicle to move unintentionally.
- Sep 28, 202222V722000Steering36 vehiclesWestern Star 4700, Freightliner 114SD and 3 more models
The tie rod clamps may have been improperly heat-treated, causing them to crack and allowing the tie rods to separate.
- Nov 17, 202121V896000Tires307 vehiclesFreightliner 108SD, Freightliner 114SD and 5 more models
The tires and rims are not approved and rated for these vehicles from the Tire and Rim Association or tire manufacturer.
- Nov 12, 202121V882000Electrical system6,100 vehiclesWestern Star 4700, 4900 and 2 more models
The affected trucks have a power stud that passes through the bulkhead.
- May 14, 201919V370000Service brakes, air741 vehiclesFreightliner M2, Freightliner Cascadia and 18 more models
The vehicles may have an insufficient service brake air reservoir capacity.
- Mar 26, 201818V191000Electrical system7,128 vehiclesWestern Star 4700, 4900 and 2 more models
The affected trucks have a power stud that passes through the bulkhead.
- Dec 15, 201717V810000Equipment24,860 vehiclesWestern Star 4700, Western Star 4900 and 7 more models
These vehicles are equipped with Kidde Plastic-Handle or Push Button 'Pindicator' Fire Extinguishers that may become clogged, preventing the extinguisher from discharging as…
- Nov 27, 201717V761000Exterior lighting438,255 vehiclesWestern Star 4700, Western Star 4900 and 3 more models
After hard brake applications, the brake light pressure switch may not activate the brake lights with a light application of the brake pedal.
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