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2019 WESTERN STAR 4700 Safety Overview

The 2019 WESTERN STAR 4700 has been closely monitored for safety issues.

Official NHTSA Recalls

The NHTSA has issued 14 official safety recalls for this vehicle. Key affected components include:

  • Tires
  • Electrical system:wiring
  • Fuel system, diesel:fuel injection system:fuel rail

Severe Defect Warnings

Notably, some of these defects carry severe risks, such as unapproved tires that are not rated for the vehicle can cause tire performance issues, increasing the risk of a crash.

Consumer Complaints

To date, there have been no consumer complaints filed with the NHTSA for this model year.

Why It Matters

Staying informed about these safety records is critical for WESTERN STAR 4700 owners to ensure ongoing reliability and safety on the road. Always consult an authorized dealer for official remedy repairs.

Latest Vehicle Recalls

2019 WESTERN STAR 4700 21V896000

Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2012-2021 Freightliner SD 108, Frei...

Unapproved tires that are not rated for the vehicle can cause tire performance issues, increasing the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Recall 21V896000: Unapproved tires that are not rated for the vehicle can cause tire... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 11/17/2021
2019 WESTERN STAR 4700 21V882000

Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Western Star 4700, 4900, 5...

An electrical arc can increase the risk of a fire.

NHTSA Recall 21V882000: An electrical arc can increase the risk of a fire. Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 11/12/2021
2019 WESTERN STAR 4700 21V326000

Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2018-2021 Freightliner Custom Chass...

A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.

NHTSA Recall 21V326000: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire. Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 5/7/2021
2019 WESTERN STAR 4700 21V206000

Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2019-2021 Western Star 4700 and Wes...

Damage to the ground harness may cause an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Recall 21V206000: Damage to the ground harness may cause an engine stall, increasing the risk... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 3/24/2021
2019 WESTERN STAR 4700 20V642000

Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Freightliner Cascadia, Bus...

Unintended vehicle movement van increase the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Recall 20V642000: Unintended vehicle movement van increase the risk of a crash. Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 10/16/2020
2019 WESTERN STAR 4700 20V281000

Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2019-2021 Western Star 4700 and 5700...

An engine stall may increase the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Recall 20V281000: An engine stall may increase the risk of a crash. Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 5/18/2020
2019 WESTERN STAR 4700 20V127000

Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Freightliner 108SD, 114SD,...

Loose brake caliper mounting bolts can reduce brake effectiveness, increasing the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Recall 20V127000: Loose brake caliper mounting bolts can reduce brake effectiveness... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 3/3/2020
2019 WESTERN STAR 4700 19V171000

Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2019 Western Star 4700 and 4900 trucks.

The odometer failing to register the correct distance travelled could cause driver confusion, as well as possible incorrect assumptions about driver speed. An incorrect speed assumption may increase the risk of crash.

NHTSA Recall 19V171000: The odometer failing to register the correct distance travelled could cause... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 3/5/2019
2019 WESTERN STAR 4700 18V903000

Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Freightliner 108SD, 114SD,...

Unintended vehicle movement can increase the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Recall 18V903000: Unintended vehicle movement can increase the risk of a crash. Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 12/19/2018
2019 WESTERN STAR 4700 18V913000

Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Freightliner 114SD, 122SD,...

Loose tie rod arm bolts may lead to separation of the tie rod arm, resulting in a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Recall 18V913000: Loose tie rod arm bolts may lead to separation of the tie rod arm... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 12/19/2018
2019 WESTERN STAR 4700 18V703000

Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Freightliner 108SD, 114SD...

Loose brake caliper mounting bolts can reduce brake effectiveness, increasing the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Recall 18V703000: Loose brake caliper mounting bolts can reduce brake effectiveness... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 10/5/2018
2019 WESTERN STAR 4700 18V641000

Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2019 Freightliner 108SD, 114SD, 122...

Rapid air loss can increase the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Recall 18V641000: Rapid air loss can increase the risk of a crash. Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 9/19/2018
2019 WESTERN STAR 4700 18V353000

Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Freightliner M2 Business C...

If the brake caliper mounting bolts loosen, braking performance may be reduced, increasing the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Recall 18V353000: If the brake caliper mounting bolts loosen, braking performance may be... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 5/29/2018
2019 WESTERN STAR 4700 18V191000

Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Western Star 4700, 4900, 5...

An electrical arc can increase the risk of a fire.

NHTSA Recall 18V191000: An electrical arc can increase the risk of a fire. Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 3/26/2018

Recent Complaints

No complaints reported.