2022 WESTERN STAR 4900 Complaints and Recall Information

The 2022 WESTERN STAR 4900 has 0 complaints and 9 recalls filed with NHTSA. Owners most frequently report issues related to steering components and tires among the recalls.

There are multiple recalls affecting various systems on the 2022 WESTERN STAR 4900. The recalls involve seat belts, tires and wheel rims, as well as steering components including tie rod assemblies and critical fasteners. Many recalls address safety-related defects that may increase the risk of crashes.

• Seat belts: critical fasteners. NHTSA recall 22V269000 affects 3 vehicles. Seat belts may not be properly secured, increasing injury risk in a crash. All affected vehicles have been remedied and no owner notification is necessary.
• Tires incompatibility. NHTSA recall 22V919000 covers 49 vehicles. Tires are incompatible with 8.25-inch rims which reduces tire performance and increases crash risk. Dealers will replace the tires free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on June 2, 2023.
• Wheel rims incompatibility. Also part of recall 22V919000 for 49 vehicles. Incompatible tires and rims fail compliance with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 120. The fix is tire replacement by dealers at no cost.
• Steering gear box shaft sector. Recall 21V946000 applies to 21 vehicles. The steering shaft pinch bolt may be loose causing potential steering shaft separation and loss of control. Dealers will inspect and replace the pinch bolt as needed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 28, 2022.
• Tires and rims unapproved. Recall 21V896000 affects 307 vehicles. Tires and rims are not properly rated or approved for these trucks, risking tire performance issues and crashes. Dealers will inspect and replace tires and rims if necessary at no cost. Owner notifications were sent in 2022.
• Steering linkages: tie rod assembly bolts. Recall 21V256000 covers 12,470 vehicles. Defective seams in steering arm and tie rod bolts may fracture and cause loss of steering. Dealers will replace these bolts free of charge. The recall began June 10, 2021.
• Steering critical fasteners defect. Part of recall 21V256000 affecting 12,470 vehicles. Fractured steering bolts risk steering loss and crash. Replacement performed by dealers at no charge.
• Loose steering linkages: tie rod clamps. Recall 21V369000 includes 8,482 vehicles. Loose tie rod clamps may cause tie rod ends to break or detach resulting in steering loss. Dealers will replace clamp bolts and nuts free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 23, 2021.

Owners with repeated repairs or unresolved recall issues related to steering or tire defects may have rights under their state’s lemon law. Consulting legal resources can help determine potential remedies for ongoing safety concerns.