Reliability & 5-year cost of ownership — 2022 Western Star 49X
NHTSA data on file today
The 2022 Western Star 49X has 17 NHTSA recall campaigns and 1 owner complaint on file as of . Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
Recall campaigns on file
- NHTSA #26V583000 Modulator Valve Corrosion May Cause Brake Pull NHTSA notice
- 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 #24V084000 Missing Welds May Cause Suspension Hanger Failure 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 #22V299000 Loose Caliper Mounting Bolts NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #22V230000 Windshield Wipers May Fail NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #22V227000 Side Air Intake Cover May Detach NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #21V965000 Fuel Tubes May Crack and Leak Fuel NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #21V896000 Unapproved Tire and Rim Combination/FMVSS 120 NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #21V864000 Loss of Steering Control NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #21V481000 Battery Cable May Break and Cause Engine Stall NHTSA notice
Most-cited components in owner complaints
- Engine 1 complaint
Below average
Estimated 5-year repair + maintenance cost: $12,000–$20,000AI estimate — not from NHTSA data
The 2022 Western Star 49X faces multiple recalls for critical systems, including electrical, steering, and brake issues. These problems suggest a potential for costly repairs and reliability concerns over time.
Most-common failures
| Part | Typical mileage (AI estimate) | Cost range (AI estimate) | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| battery system | 10,000–50,000 miles | $500–$1,500 | very common |
| steering system | 10,000–60,000 miles | $700–$2,000 | common |
| brake system | 20,000–70,000 miles | $1,000–$2,500 | common |
| suspension system | 30,000–80,000 miles | $1,000–$3,000 | occasional |
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 every 15,000 miles
- Tire rotation and alignment annually
- Brake inspection every 20,000 miles
- Cooling system check biennially
- Transmission fluid change every 60,000 miles
Warning signs to watch for
Symptoms that signal a major upcoming repair.
- Electrical shorts or engine stalls
- Steering wheel play or detachment
- Brake pulling or reduced performance
- Suspension noise or instability
Generated by gpt-4o on from the NHTSA recall campaigns and owner-complaint counts on file for the 2022 Western Star 49X at the time. The rating is an AI assessment; cost and mileage figures are AI estimates, not NHTSA data.