3
recalls
The Western Star 4900EX has 3 recalls covering 1,377 vehicles as reported; model year 2004 is covered by the most (2).
Updated Oct 11, 2026 · recalls to Oct 6, 2026
Recalls
3
Most for 2004: 2
Units affected
1,377
As reported
Overall stars
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Not rated
Complaints, 12 mo
0
To Sep 2026
Do-not-drive
0
None
By model year
Which model years are covered by the most recalls, and which get the most complaints
Recalls by model year
How many recalls cover each model year. Hover a year for the count.
Parts recalled
Recalls of the Western Star 4900EX by component
- Exterior lighting1 · 7 units
- Power train1 · 1,095 units
- Steering1 · 275 units
Western Star 4900EX recalls
Newest first
| Date | Recall | Hazard | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 15, 2008 | Western Star 4900EX (2006-2007): Exterior lightingNo. 08V417000 | Other or not stated | 7 |
| Dec 15, 2004 | Freightliner Century, Columbia, FLD; Sterling AT9500 and 2 more (2004): Power trainNo. 04V590000 | Crash risk | 1,095 |
| Mar 8, 2004 | Western Star 4900EX, 4900FA, 4900SA (2003-2004): SteeringNo. 04V120000 | Crash risk | 275 |
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Questions and answers
Is the 2007 Western Star 4900EX recalled?
Yes: 1 recall covers the 2007 Western Star 4900EX. Check the recall pages below for what is wrong and the free fix; a dealer can tell if a single vehicle still needs the repair.
How many recalls does the Western Star 4900EX have?
3 recalls cover the Western Star 4900EX, for 1,377 vehicles as reported. The most common problem is exterior lighting (1 recalls).
What do owners complain about most on the Western Star 4900EX?
Engine and engine cooling: named in 1 of the 3 safety complaints about the Western Star 4900EX, then equipment (1). One complaint can name several components.
A recall means the maker found a safety problem and offers a free fix; it does not mean every unit has the problem. Units affected are as reported by the company. Popular models sell more and so have more recalls and complaints. Official public data, updated daily. Models are written as published, so a few versions of one model can be listed under slightly different names.