How many recalls does the 2026 Western Star 47X have?

NHTSA lists 6 recall campaigns for the 2026 Western Star 47X as of October 16, 2026. Each includes the defect description, safety consequence, and the remedy Western Star will perform. New recalls can be issued at any time; this page is refreshed from NHTSA daily.

How do I tell if my 2026 Western Star 47X is affected by a recall?

Enter your 17-character VIN — stamped at the base of the windshield on the driver side and on the door jamb sticker — at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's VIN lookup shows whether your specific vehicle has an unrepaired recall; the list on this page covers every campaign for the 2026 Western Star 47X.

Are recall repairs on a 2026 Western Star 47X free?

Usually. Federal law requires Western Star to remedy recalls on the 2026 47X free of charge at an authorized Western Star dealer, regardless of how many owners the vehicle has had or how many miles are on the odometer — unless it was first sold more than 15 years before the recall was issued (5 years for tires).

Does a recall on the 2026 Western Star 47X affect resale value?

An open recall can reduce resale value; a recall that has been repaired (documented in the vehicle history report) generally does not. Before you buy or sell a used 2026 Western Star 47X, check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm every recall has been remedied.

How many owner complaints are on file for the 2026 Western Star 47X?

No owner complaints have been filed with NHTSA on the 2026 Western Star 47X.

NHTSA vehicle safety data

2026 Western Star 47X Recalls, Ratings & Complaints

The 2026 Western Star 47X has 6 NHTSA recall campaigns and 0 owner complaints on file as of October 16, 2026. Recall repairs are usually free at an authorized Western Star dealer.

NHTSA recall and complaint data for the 2026 Western Star 47X. Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.

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ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY

NHTSA #26V079000

Reported February 11, 2026 · Daimler Trucks North America, LLC

Potentially affected: 26,960 vehicles

Defect description

Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA) is recalling certain 2020-2027 Western Star 49X and 2021-2027 Western Star 47X vehicles. A stud connecting the battery to the starter at the frame rail may have been incorrectly installed or may corrode, which can cause a short circuit.

Safety consequence

A short circuit increases the risk of a fire.

Manufacturer remedy

Dealers will repair the studs, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 22, 2026. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is F1029. This recall replaces and expands NHTSA recall number 25V326. Vehicles already repaired under the previous recall will need to have the new remedy completed.

SUSPENSION:CRITICAL FASTENERS

NHTSA #25V760000

Reported November 4, 2025 · Daimler Trucks North America, LLC

Potentially affected: 18,783 vehicles

Defect description

Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2020-2026 Western Star 49X, Freightliner Business Class M2, Freightliner 114SD, Freightliner 108SD, 2021-2026 Western Star 47X, 2021-2023 Freightliner 122SD, 2022 Western Star 48X, and 2023 Western Star 4700 vehicles. The axle clamp fasteners may be loose, which can result in a loss of vehicle control.

Safety consequence

A loss of vehicle control increases the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer remedy

Dealers will inspect and tighten the fasteners, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 29, 2025. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is F1027.

SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:DISC:CALIPER

NHTSA #25V601000

Reported September 11, 2025 · Daimler Trucks North America, LLC

Potentially affected: 402 vehicles

Defect description

Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2025 FCCC XCR, FCCC XBS, FCCC MT45, Western Star 57X, 2025-2026 Freightliner Business Class M2, Freightliner Cascadia, Freightliner 114SD, Freightliner 108SD, FCCC MT55G, FCCC MT45G, FCCC XCP, FCCC XCM, Western Star 49X, Western Star 47X, 2026 Freightliner Cascadia 5th Gen, FCCC MT55, and FCCC MT50E vehicles. The brake caliper mounting bolts may loosen and detach, which can cause a loss of brake function and damage the tire and/or wheel.

Safety consequence

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.

Manufacturer remedy

Dealers will inspect and replace or tighten the brake caliper mounting bolts, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 10, 2025. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is F1023.

STEERING:LINKAGES:TIE ROD ASSEMBLY

NHTSA #25V603000

Reported September 11, 2025 · Daimler Trucks North America, LLC

Potentially affected: 343 vehicles

Defect description

Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2024-2026 Western Star 47X, Freightliner Business Class M2, FCCC MT55G, 2025-2026 Western Star 49X, Freightliner Cascadia, Freightliner 114SD, FCCC MT45G, FCCC S2RV106, 2026 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2, Freightliner eCascadia, FCCC S2C106, and Freightliner 108SD vehicles. The tie rod castle nut and cotter pin may not be installed properly, which can result in a loss of vehicle steering control.

Safety consequence

A loss of vehicle steering control increases the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer remedy

Dealers will inspect and replace the tie rod assembly, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 10, 2025. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is D25R2.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY

NHTSA #25V326000

Reported June 23, 2025 · Daimler Trucks North America, LLC

Potentially affected: 22,271 vehicles

Defect description

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.

Safety consequence

A short circuit increases the risk of a fire.

Manufacturer remedy

DTNA will inspect and replace damaged cables and loose hardware. In addition, DTNA will properly tighten hardware and install dielectric tape. All repairs will be performed, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 1, 2025. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is F1020. This recall is replaced by NHTSA recall number 26V079. Vehicles already repaired under this recall will need to have the new remedy completed.

EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS

NHTSA #25V187000

Reported March 25, 2025 · Daimler Trucks North America, LLC

Potentially affected: 1,968 vehicles

Defect description

Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2026 Freightliner eM2, Freightliner 108SD, Freightliner 114SD, Freightliner Cascadia, 2025-2026 Freightliner Business Class M2, Western Star 47X, and Western Star 49X vehicles. A software error in the advanced signal and actuator module for the automatic emergency braking system may cause the brake lights to fail to illuminate.

Safety consequence

Brake lights that fail increase the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer remedy

Dealers will update the automatic emergency braking system software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 15, 2025. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is F1018.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153) or go to nhtsa.gov.

Other Western Star 47X model years

Check your 2026 Western Star 47X VIN

Not every recall applies to every VIN in a given year. Enter the 17-character VIN from your Western Star 47X at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether your specific vehicle has an unrepaired recall.

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