Reliability & 5-year cost of ownership — 2023 Western Star 47X
NHTSA data on file today
The 2023 Western Star 47X has 12 NHTSA recall campaigns and 1 owner complaint on file as of . Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
Recall campaigns on file
- NHTSA #26V079000 Improper Battery Connection May Cause Fire NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #25V760000 Loss of Vehicle Control from Loose Axle Clamp Fasteners NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #25V326000 Incorrectly Installed Battery Connection May Cause Fire NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #24V668000 Brake Lights May Fail to Illuminate NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #23V238000 Loss of Steering from Missing Tie Rod Fastener NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #23V073000 Modulator Valve Corrosion May Cause Brake Pull NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #22V817000 Corroded Modulator Valve May Cause Brake Pull NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #22V681000 Improperly Installed Steering Shaft Bolt NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #22V654000 Hood Bezel Covers May Detach NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #22V554000 Electrical Short Circuit May Cause Engine Stall NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #22V299000 Loose Caliper Mounting Bolts NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #22V227000 Side Air Intake Cover May Detach NHTSA notice
Most-cited components in owner complaints
- Service Brakes 1 complaint
Below average
Estimated 5-year repair + maintenance cost: $12,000–$18,000AI estimate — not from NHTSA data
The 2023 Western Star 47X has several recalls affecting critical systems such as the battery, suspension, and steering, posing potential safety risks and reliability concerns. Although it has only one owner complaint for brakes, the patterns in recalls suggest a susceptibility to electrical and mechanical issues.
Most-common failures
| Part | Typical mileage (AI estimate) | Cost range (AI estimate) | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| Battery connection | 10,000-50,000 miles | $300–$600 | very common |
| Tie rod assembly | 20,000-60,000 miles | $400–$800 | common |
| Brake modulator | 30,000-70,000 miles | $500–$1,000 | common |
AI estimate — not from NHTSA data: the mileage bands and repair-cost ranges above. Get a written repair quote before you budget.
Scheduled maintenance to budget
Routine items every owner should plan for.
- Oil and filter change
- Brake system inspection
- Tire rotation and balance
- Air filter replacement
- Battery health check
- Steering and suspension check
- Cooling system flush
Warning signs to watch for
Symptoms that signal a major upcoming repair.
- Corrosion on battery stud
- Loose axle clamp fasteners
- Unexpected engine shut down
- Loosening caliper bolts
Generated by gpt-4o on from the NHTSA recall campaigns and owner-complaint counts on file for the 2023 Western Star 47X at the time. The rating is an AI assessment; cost and mileage figures are AI estimates, not NHTSA data.