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2021 WESTERN STAR 4900 Safety Overview

The 2021 WESTERN STAR 4900 has been closely monitored for safety issues.

Official NHTSA Recalls

The NHTSA has issued 9 official safety recalls for this vehicle. Key affected components include:

  • Wheels:rim
  • Steering:gear box:shaft sector
  • Tires

Severe Defect Warnings

Notably, some of these defects carry severe risks, such as driving with tires that are not compatible with their rims can reduce tire performance, 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 4900 owners to ensure ongoing reliability and safety on the road. Always consult an authorized dealer for official remedy repairs.

Latest Vehicle Recalls

2021 WESTERN STAR 4900 22V919000

Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Freightliner 114SD, 2023 ...

Driving with tires that are not compatible with their rims can reduce tire performance, increasing the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Recall 22V919000: Driving with tires that are not compatible with their rims can reduce tire... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 12/12/2022
2021 WESTERN STAR 4900 21V946000

Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Western Star 4900 vehicles.

Steering shaft separation may cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Recall 21V946000: Steering shaft separation may cause a loss of steering control, increasing... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 12/8/2021
2021 WESTERN STAR 4900 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
2021 WESTERN STAR 4900 21V369000

Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Freightliner 114SD, 122SD...

Detached or broken tie rod ends can result in steering loss, increasing the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Recall 21V369000: Detached or broken tie rod ends can result in steering loss, increasing the... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 5/19/2021
2021 WESTERN STAR 4900 21V256000

Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Freightliner Cascadia, Bu...

A fractured bolt may cause a loss of steering, increasing the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Recall 21V256000: A fractured bolt may cause a loss of steering, increasing the risk of a crash. Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 4/12/2021
2021 WESTERN STAR 4900 20V660000

Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Freightliner Cascadia, 202...

A missing or improperly installed locking snap ring can result in wheel-end failure and potentially a wheel-off/separation condition, increasing the risk of crash.

NHTSA Recall 20V660000: A missing or improperly installed locking snap ring can result in wheel-end... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 10/27/2020
2021 WESTERN STAR 4900 20V634000

Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Western Star 4700 and 4900...

Incorrect weight rating information on the certification labels could result in potential overloading of the axles, increasing the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Recall 20V634000: Incorrect weight rating information on the certification labels could... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 10/14/2020
2021 WESTERN STAR 4900 20V539000

Daimler Truckers North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Freightliner 114SD, 122S...

If the screws are not long enough to engage the corresponding nuts, the hardware may separate from the suspension system, becoming a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash and/or injury.

NHTSA Recall 20V539000: If the screws are not long enough to engage the corresponding nuts, the... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 9/3/2020
2021 WESTERN STAR 4900 20V211000

Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2020 Freightliner 108SD and 2020-202...

An overloaded vehicle can increase the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Recall 20V211000: An overloaded vehicle can increase the risk of a crash. Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 4/10/2020

Recent Complaints

No complaints reported.