NHTSA vehicle safety data
2015 Western Star 4900 Recalls & Complaints
The 2015 Western Star 4900 has 14 NHTSA recall campaigns and 1 owner complaint on file as of November 3, 2026. Recall repairs are usually free at an authorized Western Star dealer.
NHTSA recall and complaint data for the 2015 Western Star 4900. Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
2015 Western Star 4900 owner complaints
Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 2015 Western Star 4900, describing incidents dated October 20, 2014.
Most-cited components
- Electrical System 1 complaint
- Structure 1 complaint
- Tires 1 complaint
- Wheels 1 complaint
Newest complaints
ODI #10652375 · Filed
BRAND NEW TRUCK WITH ABOUT 60,000 ON ORIGINAL TIRES. PASSENGER SIDE TIRE BLEW AT SPEED AROUND 66. HOOD WAS DESTROYED, TRUCK WAS ABLE TO STOP ON THE SHOULDER. HAD ALMOST 1,000,000 IN CARGO ON TRUCK. HOOD AND OTHER PARTS WILL COST ABOUT $23,000 PLUS LABOR. ROAD SERVICE WAS $2,500. RIM WAS DESTROYED…
NHTSA defect investigations
NHTSA's investigations file lists the 2015 Western Star 4900 in 1 investigation. Audit Queries and Equipment Queries are administrative investigations: they look at whether companies complied with federal vehicle safety requirements, such as reporting, recall and certification rules, not at a possible vehicle defect. A listed model year means only that an investigation names it; it says nothing about any particular vehicle. An open investigation is not a finding that a safety defect exists, and NHTSA can close one without a recall.
- Audit Query AQ18-002: Daimler Trucks North America Recalls
Closed July 11, 2024
Unapproved Tire and Rim Combination/FMVSS 120
NHTSA #21V896000 · Tires · NHTSA notice
Reported November 17, 2021 · Daimler Trucks North America, LLC
Potentially affected: 307 vehicles
Repair completion: 45.6% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Manufacturer campaign FL-908 · Owners notified April 22, 2022
Defect description
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2012-2021 Freightliner SD 108, Freightliner SD 114, 2016-2020 Freightliner Coronado, 2013 Western Star 6900, 2013-2022 Western Star 4700, Western Star 4900, and 2022 49X vehicles. The tires and rims are not approved and rated for these vehicles from the Tire and Rim Association or tire manufacturer. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 120, "Wheels and Rims-Other Than Passenger Cars."
Safety consequence
Unapproved tires that are not rated for the vehicle can cause tire performance issues, increasing the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
Dealer will inspect and replace, as necessary, tires and rims, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters were mailed January 14, 2022. Owner notification letters were mailed on April 22, 2022. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall FL-908.
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 www.nhtsa.gov.
Insufficient Air Reservoir Volume/FMVSS 121
NHTSA #19V370000 · Service Brakes, Air — Supply — Reservoir/Tank · NHTSA notice
Reported May 14, 2019 · Daimler Trucks North America LLC
Potentially affected: 741 vehicles
Repair completion: 38.87% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Manufacturer campaign FL-815 · Owners notified June 25, 2021
Defect description
Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2004-2019 Freightliner 108SD, 114SD, 122SD, Cascadia, Columbia, Classic, FL80, FLD 120SD, Business Class M2, Western Star 4700, 4900, 6900, Sterling Acterra, L7500, LT7500, L8500, LT8500, L9500, and LT9500 vehicles. The vehicles may have an insufficient service brake air reservoir capacity. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 121, "Air Brake Systems."
Safety consequence
An insufficient air reservoir volume may reduce brake effectiveness, increasing the risk of crash.
Manufacturer remedy
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will add air reservoir capacity to the affected vehicles. Owner letters were mailed on November 29, 2021. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-815.
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 www.safercar.gov.
Tie-Rod Separation Due to Vibration
NHTSA #18V503000 · Steering — Linkages — Tie Rod Assembly · NHTSA notice
Reported July 31, 2018 · Daimler Trucks North America LLC
Potentially affected: 1,256 vehicles
Repair completion: 70.21% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Manufacturer campaign FL782 · Owners notified March 22, 2019 · Vehicles built July 1, 2011 – January 30, 2015 (per NHTSA)
Defect description
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2012-2015 Freightliner Cascadia, Coronado, Business Class M2, 114SD, and Western Star 4900 trucks. In certain front axle, brake lining, and brake spider combinations, braking may cause high vibrations, resulting in early failure of the tie-rod tube.
Safety consequence
A tie-rod failure would cause a disconnect between the front wheels, resulting in a loss of steering ability, thereby increasing the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake linings, brake spider, and tie-rod, free of charge. The recall began March 22, 2019. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL782.
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 www.safercar.gov.
Front Brake Hose may Chafe
NHTSA #18V351000 · Service Brakes, Air · NHTSA notice
Reported May 29, 2018 · Daimler Trucks North America LLC
Potentially affected: 640 vehicles
Repair completion: 72.93% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Manufacturer campaign FL-773 · Owners notified November 27, 2018 · Vehicles built February 23, 2011 – June 5, 2018 (per NHTSA)
Defect description
Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2012-2019 Western Star 4900 trucks built with Lowmax hoods and disc brakes. There may be insufficient clearance between the front brake hose and the hood resulting in the brake hose being chafed.
Safety consequence
Front brake hose chafing may causing air loss, possibly reducing braking effectiveness and increasing the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front axle brake hose, free of charge. DTNA issued owners an interim notification on July 27, 2018. The recall began November 27, 2018. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-773.
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 www.safercar.gov.
Fire Extinguisher May Be Clogged or Inoperable
NHTSA #17V810000 · Equipment · NHTSA notice
Reported December 15, 2017 · Daimler Trucks North America LLC
Potentially affected: 24,860 vehicles
Repair completion: 0.92% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Manufacturer campaign FL-759 · Owners notified April 11, 2018 · Vehicles built July 11, 2001 – August 19, 2016 (per NHTSA)
Defect description
Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2002-2017 Freightliner Cascadia, Century Class, Columbia and Coronado trucks and Western Star 4700, 4900, 5700, 5900 and 6900 trucks. These vehicles are equipped with Kidde Plastic-Handle or Push Button 'Pindicator' Fire Extinguishers that may become clogged, preventing the extinguisher from discharging as expected or excessive force may be needed to activate the extinguisher. Additionally, in certain models, the nozzle may detach from the valve assembly with enough force that it could cause injury and also render the product inoperable. For a full list of the affected fire extinguisher models visit: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/RMISC-17E062-5427.pdf
Safety consequence
In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.
Manufacturer remedy
DTNA will notify owners, and instruct them to contact Kidde for a replacement fire extinguisher, free of charge. The recall began on April 11, 2018. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712, or contact Kidde customer service toll-free at 1-855-262-3540, or online at www.kidde.com and click on "Product Safety Recall" for more information. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-759.
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 www.safercar.gov.
Brake Lights May Not Activate
NHTSA #17V761000 · Exterior Lighting — Brake Lights · NHTSA notice
Reported November 27, 2017 · Daimler Trucks North America LLC
Potentially affected: 438,255 vehicles
Repair completion: 72.15% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Manufacturer campaign FL-756 · Owners notified May 9, 2018 · Vehicles built March 27, 2007 – November 21, 2017 (per NHTSA)
Defect description
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2008-2018 Freightliner Cascadia, Western Star 4700, 4900, 5700, and 6900 trucks. After hard brake applications, the brake light pressure switch may not activate the brake lights with a light application of the brake pedal.
Safety consequence
If the brake lights fail to illuminate, there would not be a signal to other motorists that the vehicle is slowing, increasing the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will repair the vehicles, free of charge. Daimler issued interim notifications to owners on January 22, 2018. The recall began on May 9, 2018. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-756.
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 www.safercar.gov.
Rapid Loss of Brake Air Pressure
NHTSA #17V124000 · Service Brakes, Air · NHTSA notice
Reported February 27, 2017 · Daimler Trucks North America LLC
Potentially affected: 450 vehicles
Repair completion: 74.22% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Manufacturer campaign FL-732 · Owners notified April 27, 2017 · Vehicles built March 3, 2014 – January 31, 2017 (per NHTSA)
Defect description
Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Western Star 4900 trucks. The aluminum air tanks on these vehicles may have improper welds possibly resulting in a rapid loss of air pressure.
Safety consequence
A rapid loss of air pressure without warning may cause a sudden application of the park brakes, increasing the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the aluminum air tanks with steel, triple compartment, air tanks, free of charge. The recall began on April 27, 2017. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-732.
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 www.safercar.gov.
Seat Belt Anchor Plate may Fail under Load
NHTSA #16V711000 · Seat Belts · NHTSA notice
Reported October 5, 2016 · Daimler Trucks North America LLC
Potentially affected: 1,944 vehicles
Repair completion: 71.6% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Manufacturer campaign FL-725 · Owners notified February 24, 2017 · Vehicles built March 22, 2013 – September 23, 2016 (per NHTSA)
Defect description
Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain model year 2014-2017 Western Star 4900 and 5700 trucks manufactured March 22, 2013, to September 23, 2016 and equipped with a Stratosphere sleeper cab. The seat belt mounting plate may have a drill hole that is too large.
Safety consequence
If the plate has a hole that is too big, the plate may fail when it stressed such as in the event of a crash, preventing the seat belt from adequately restraining the seat occupant, increasing the risk of injury.
Manufacturer remedy
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will reinforce the seat belt mounting plate, free of charge. An interim notice was mailed to owners on December 7 2016. The final remedy is now available. A second notice was mailed to owners on February 24, 2017. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-725.
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 www.safercar.gov.
Front Driveshaft may Disconnect
NHTSA #15V859000 · Power Train — Axle Assembly · NHTSA notice
Reported December 22, 2015 · Daimler Trucks North America LLC
Potentially affected: 43 vehicles
Repair completion: 81.4% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Manufacturer campaign FL-699 · Owners notified February 2, 2016 · Vehicles built September 26, 2014 – November 6, 2015 (per NHTSA)
Defect description
Daimler Trucks North America, Inc. (DTNA) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Freightliner 108SD, 114SD, Business Class M2, and Western Star 4900 vehicles manufactured September 26, 2014, to November 6, 2015, and equipped with certain drive axles manufactured by Marmon-Herrington. The affected axles have hex nuts on the flange yoke that may not have been properly tightened.
Safety consequence
If the hex nuts are not tightened to specification, the driveshaft may disconnect from the drive axle, resulting in a loss of propulsion and increasing the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the hex nuts, tightening them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on February 5, 2016. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-745-8000, or Marmon-Herrington customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-699.
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 www.safercar.gov.
Speedometer may not Display the Vehicle Speed
NHTSA #15V383000 · Electrical System — Instrument Cluster/Panel · NHTSA notice
Reported June 17, 2015 · Daimler Trucks North America LLC
Potentially affected: 21 vehicles
Repair completion: 71.43% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Manufacturer campaign FL-683 · Owners notified July 28, 2015 · Vehicles built November 15, 2014 – January 30, 2015 (per NHTSA)
Defect description
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain model year 2015 Western Star 4700, 4800 and 4900 trucks manufactured November 15, 2014, to January 30, 2015. In the affected vehicles, the speedometer may not operate properly, possibly not displaying the vehicle's speed.
Safety consequence
If the speedometer does not show the vehicle speed, the driver may unknowingly exceed the posted speed limit, increasing the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will install a new speedometer, free of charge. The recall began on July 28, 2015. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-745-8000. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-683.
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 www.safercar.gov.
Improperly Seated Brake Chamber Diaphragm
NHTSA #15V185000 · Service Brakes, Air · NHTSA notice
Reported March 30, 2015 · Daimler Trucks North America LLC
Potentially affected: 3,732 vehicles
Repair completion: 37.67% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Manufacturer campaign FL676 · Owners notified September 25, 2015 · Vehicles built October 6, 2014 – February 16, 2015 (per NHTSA)
Defect description
Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain model year 2015 Freightliner Cascadia, Business Class M2, 108SD, 114SD, 122SD, Coronado, Western Star 4700, and Western Star 4900 trucks manufactured October 6, 2014, to February 16, 2015, and equipped with Haldex Life Seal brake chambers. The affected vehicles may experience brake drag due to an improperly seated diaphragm in the brake chamber.
Safety consequence
While traveling at highway speeds, brake drag may cause loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake chambers, free of charge. Owners were mailed interim notices at the end of May 2015. The recall began on September 25, 2015. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-745-8000. DTNA's number for this recall is FL676.
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 www.safercar.gov.
Kidde Handheld Fire Extinguisher may not Discharge
NHTSA #15V182000 · Equipment · NHTSA notice
Reported March 27, 2015 · Daimler Trucks North America LLC
Potentially affected: 2,226 vehicles
Repair completion: 38.01% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Manufacturer campaign FL680 · Owners notified May 26, 2015 · Vehicles built July 23, 2013 – December 4, 2014 (per NHTSA)
Defect description
Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Western Star 4700, 4900, 5700, and 6900 trucks manufactured from July 23, 2013, through December 4, 2014, and equipped with certain Kidde disposable handheld fire extinguishers. These fire extinguishers may not fully discharge as designed when the lever is repeatedly pressed and released.
Safety consequence
In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not work correctly, there is an increased risk of injury to the truck occupants.
Manufacturer remedy
DTNA will notify owners, and Kidde will provide a replacement extinguisher when contacted directly or affected owners may go to an authorized DTNA repair facility to order a replacement fire extinguisher, free of charge. The recall began on May 26, 2015. Affected owners may contact Kidde directly toll free at (855) 283-7991 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-745-8000. DTNA's number for this recall is FL680.
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 www.safercar.gov.
Improperly Seated Brake Chamber Diaphragm
NHTSA #14V758000 · Service Brakes, Air — Disc — Chamber · NHTSA notice
Reported November 28, 2014 · Daimler Trucks North America LLC
Potentially affected: 1,580 vehicles
Repair completion: 31.08% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Manufacturer campaign FL-676 · Owners notified September 25, 2015 · Vehicles built September 17, 2014 – November 10, 2014 (per NHTSA)
Defect description
Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain model year 2015 Freightliner Business Class M2, 108SD, 114SD, 122SD, Coronado, Columbia Glider, Argosy Glider, Western Star 4700, and Western Star 4900 trucks manufactured September 17, 2014, to November 10, 2014 equipped with Haldex Life Seal brake chambers. The affected vehicles may experience brake drag due to an improperly seated diaphragm in the brake chamber.
Safety consequence
While traveling at highway speeds, brake drag may cause loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and repair the diaphragm if necessary, free of charge. Owners were sent an interim notice on January 27, 2015. The recall began on September 25, 2015. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-745-8000. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-676.
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 www.safercar.gov.
Trucks were Manufactured Without ABS/FMVSS 121
NHTSA #14V527000 · Service Brakes, Air — Antilock · NHTSA notice
Reported September 3, 2014 · Daimler Trucks North America LLC
Potentially affected: 3 vehicles
Repair completion: 33.33% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Manufacturer campaign FL-665 · Owners notified October 28, 2014 · Vehicles built June 24, 2013 – April 30, 2014 (per NHTSA)
Defect description
Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Western Star 4900 trucks manufactured June 24, 2013, to April 30, 2014. The affected vehicles were manufactured without Anti-lock Brake Systems. As such, these vehicles fail to meet the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 121, "Air Brake Systems."
Safety consequence
When not equipped with ABS, the affected vehicles have a greater chance of wheel lock up when braking, increasing the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will install an Anti-lock Brake System, free of charge. The recall began on October 28, 2014. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-745-8000. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-665.
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 www.safercar.gov.
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