Does the 2001 Western Star 6900 have any recalls?

2 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: fuel system, gasoline, electrical system. 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 2001 Western Star 6900 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 2001 Western Star 6900?

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

2001 Western Star 6900 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 2001 Western Star 6900. 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.

2001 Western Star 6900 recalls, newest first

October 5, 2005NHTSA 05V453000600 vehicles potentially affected

Fuel system, gasoline › Delivery › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings

Summary: On certain trucks fitted with optional in-cab batteries, the dual suction/return lines may contact the cab power harness resulting in chafing through.
Consequence: This could result in a fire.
Remedy: Dealers will reroute and secure the fuel lines. The recall began on January 26, 2006. Owners may contact freightliner at 1-800-547-0712.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

March 20, 2002NHTSA 02V08700030,000 vehicles potentially affected

Electrical system › Wiring

Summary: On certain trucks, a capacitor in the power line control (plc) filter could overheat and/or ignite when subjected to reverse polarity electrical spikes.
Consequence: This could cause an electrical fire in the area of the plc filter without prior warning.
Remedy: Dealers will disconnect and secure the plc filter ground wire. Owner notification began September 20, 2002. 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 2001 Western Star 6900 were found in NHTSA’s complaint data.

Other Western Star 6900 years

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Questions

Does the 2001 Western Star 6900 have any recalls?: 2 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: fuel system, gasoline, electrical system. 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 2001 Western Star 6900 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 2001 Western Star 6900?: 0 complaints filed with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public that NHTSA uses to decide what to investigate.