Western Star 49X problems by model year
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
NHTSA has 2 owner complaints and 30 recalls on file for the Western Star 49X (2020–2027).
- Complaints
- 2
- Recalls
- 30
- Model years
- 8
- Worst year
- —
Complaints by model year
Newer model years have had less time on the road, so they naturally have fewer complaints. Compare a year against its neighbors rather than against brand-new models.
Every Western Star 49X model year
| Year | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Recalls | Top problem |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 49X | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | Steering |
| 2026 49X | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 6 | — |
| 2025 49X | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 13 | — |
| 2024 49X | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 6 | — |
| 2023 49X | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 14 | — |
| 2022 49X | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 17 | Engine |
| 2021 49X | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 13 | — |
| 2020 49X | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10 | — |
Most common Western Star 49X problem areas (all years)
- Engine1 complaints
- Steering1 complaints
Western Star 49X recalls
Risk: Brakes that pull to one side may cause a sudden change in vehicle direction, increasing the risk of a crash.
Risk: A short circuit increases the risk of a fire.
Risk: A loss of vehicle control increases the risk of a crash.
Risk: A loss of vehicle steering control increases the risk of a crash.
Risk: A loss of brake function can increase the risk of a crash. In addition, a damaged wheel or tire can lead to a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Risk: A short circuit increases the risk of a fire.
Risk: Reduced brake performance can extend the distance required to stop, increasing the risk of a crash.
Risk: Brake lights that fail increase the risk of a crash.
Risk: An engine stall increases the risk of a crash.
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.
Risk: The ball stud can separate from the vehicle becoming a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
Risk: Tie rod separation can cause a sudden loss of steering control and increase the risk of a crash.
Risk: A loss of vehicle control increases the risk of a crash.
Risk: Difficulty steering and a loss of directional control increases the risk of a crash.
Risk: Incorrect parameters can decrease vehicle stability or braking performance, increasing the risk of crash.
Risk: A detached steering arm can result in a sudden loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Risk: Hazard warning lights that flash improperly may cause confusion for other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
Risk: Brakes that pull to one side may cause a sudden change in vehicle direction, increasing the risk of a crash.
Risk: Brakes that pull to one side during an ACC braking event may cause a sudden change in vehicle direction, increasing the risk of a crash.
Risk: Tie rod separation can result in a sudden loss of steering, increasing the risk of a crash.
Risk: A loss of steering control can increase the risk of a crash.
Risk: Detached hood bezel covers may cause a road hazard and increase the risk of a crash.
Risk: Unexpected engine shut down can increase the risk of a crash.
Risk: Reduced brake performance can increase the risk of a crash.
Risk: Inoperative windshield wipers can reduce visibility in certain driving conditions, increasing the risk of a crash.
Other Western Star models
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology