2023 WESTERN STAR 49X Complaints and Recall Information
The 2023 WESTERN STAR 49X has 0 complaints and 26 recalls filed with NHTSA. Owners most frequently report issues related to various vehicle systems affected by recalls. The reported recalls address components such as suspension, electrical systems, brakes, steering, and vehicle body structure.
Twenty-six recalls involve multiple systems potentially impacting vehicle safety and performance. These recalls mostly concern suspension parts, braking systems, steering components, electrical wiring, and lighting systems.
Recalls- Suspension hanger failure. NHTSA recall 24V084000 affects 49 vehicles due to missing welds on the suspension hanger. This defect can cause difficulty steering and loss of directional control, increasing crash risk. Daimler Trucks will replace the suspension hanger free of charge.
- Battery starter connection. Recall 25V326000 involves 22,271 units where improperly installed battery studs may cause short circuits, increasing fire risk. Repairs include inspection, replacement of damaged cables, tightening hardware, and adding dielectric tape at no cost.
- Brake light malfunction. Recall 24V668000 affects 16,890 vehicles with defective brake lights that may not illuminate during automatic emergency braking, increasing crash risk. Dealers will update the brake assist software for free.
- Brake modulator valve corrosion. Recall 23V073000 covers 70,167 trucks where front axle brake modulator valves may corrode, causing braking pull and sudden vehicle direction changes that raise crash risk. Dealers will inspect, replace valves, and update software free of charge.
- Tie rod fastener missing. Recall 23V238000 affects 306 units with missing fasteners on the tie rod assembly, which can lead to steer arm detachment and sudden steering loss. Inspection and repair or replacement are performed free.
- Hood bezel covers detachment. Recall 22V654000 applies to 3,498 vehicles where hood bezel covers may detach, creating road hazards. Dealers will inspect and install rivets as needed at no cost.
- Tie rod clamp cracking. Recall 22V722000 covers 36 vehicles with improperly heat-treated tie rod clamps that may crack and allow separation. Dealers will replace the clamps free of charge.
- Caliper mounting bolts loosening. Recall 22V299000 involves 15 vehicles where caliper bolts may loosen and reduce brake performance. Dealers will inspect and tighten bolts free of charge.
Owners facing repeated repairs related to these recalls or safety defects may have rights under their state lemon laws. It is advisable to consult with qualified legal counsel to understand available protections.
2023 WESTERN STAR 49X Summary
2023
Model Year
0
Total Complaints
8
Total Recalls
113232
Vehicles Affected
Recalls
2023 WESTERN STAR 49X
22271 vehicles affected
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA) is recalling certain 2020-2026 Western Star 49X and 2021-2026 Western Star 47X vehicles. A stud connecting the battery to the starter at the frame rail may have been incorrectly installed, which can cause a short circuit.
Risk: A short circuit increases the risk of a fire.
2023 WESTERN STAR 49X
16890 vehicles affected
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Freightliner 108SD, 2022-2025 Freightliner 114SD, Freightliner Business Class M2, 2025 Freightliner eM2, 2020-2025 Western Star 49X, 2021-2025 Western Star 47X, and 2022-2025 Western Star 57X vehicles that may be upfitted with a body lighting interface controller and replacement brake lights. The brake lights may not illuminate when the brakes are automatically applied during an active brake assist (ABA) event.
Risk: Brake lights that fail to illuminate can fail to indicate to other drivers that the vehicle is slowing down, increasing the risk of a crash.
2023 WESTERN STAR 49X
49 vehicles affected
SUSPENSION:FRONT:SPRINGS:LEAF SPRING ASSEMBLY:HANGER,BRACKET
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2022-2024 Western Star 49X vehicles. The suspension hanger may fail due to missing welds, which can result in difficulty steering and maintaining the direction of the front two wheels.
Risk: Difficulty steering and a loss of directional control increases the risk of a crash.
2023 WESTERN STAR 49X
306 vehicles affected
STEERING:LINKAGES:TIE ROD ASSEMBLY
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2022 FCCC Shuttle Chassis, 2022-2023 FCCC RV Chassis, FCCC Van Chassis, Van Chassis Gas, 2023 Freightliner Cascadia, Freightliner Business Class M2, Thomas Built Bus School Bus Chassis, Western Star 4700, Western Star 47X, Western Star 4900, and Western Star 49X commercial buses. The tie rod may be missing a fastener, allowing the steer arm to detach.
Risk: A detached steering arm can result in a sudden loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
2023 WESTERN STAR 49X
70167 vehicles affected
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:ANTILOCK:MODULATOR
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2017-2023 Freightliner Cascadia, 2020-2023 Western Star 49X, 2021-2023 Western Star 47X, and 2022 Freightliner 114SD vehicles. The brake modulator valves on the front axle may corrode and cause the vehicle to pull to the affected side during braking initiated by Electronic Stability Control (ESC) or Roll Stability Control (RSC).
Risk: Brakes that pull to one side may cause a sudden change in vehicle direction, increasing the risk of a crash.
2023 WESTERN STAR 49X
15 vehicles affected
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:DISC:CALIPER
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2023 Western Star 47X and 2022-2023 49X Western Star vehicles. The caliper mounting bolts may loosen and detach, which can reduce brake performance.
Risk: Reduced brake performance can increase the risk of a crash.
2023 WESTERN STAR 49X
36 vehicles affected
STEERING:LINKAGES:TIE ROD ASSEMBLY
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Western Star 4700 and 2023 Western Star 4900, 49X, 6900, and Freightliner 114SD vehicles. The tie rod clamps may have been improperly heat-treated, causing them to crack and allowing the tie rods to separate.
Risk: Tie rod separation can result in a sudden loss of steering, increasing the risk of a crash.
2023 WESTERN STAR 49X
3498 vehicles affected
STRUCTURE:BODY:HOOD
Daimler Truck North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2020-2023 47X and 49X vehicles. The hood bezel covers may detach.
Risk: Detached hood bezel covers may cause a road hazard and increase the risk of a crash.
Complaints
No complaints found.