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2009 WESTERN STAR 6900 Safety Overview

The 2009 WESTERN STAR 6900 has been closely monitored for safety issues.

Official NHTSA Recalls

The NHTSA has issued 2 official safety recalls for this vehicle. Key affected components include:

  • Equipment
  • Exterior lighting:brake lights

Severe Defect Warnings

Notably, some of these defects carry severe risks, such as in the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.

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 6900 owners to ensure ongoing reliability and safety on the road. Always consult an authorized dealer for official remedy repairs.

Latest Vehicle Recalls

2009 WESTERN STAR 6900 17V810000

Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2002-2017 Freightliner Cascadia, Cen...

In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.

NHTSA Recall 17V810000: In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 12/15/2017
2009 WESTERN STAR 6900 17V761000

Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2008-2018 Freightliner Cascadia, We...

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.

NHTSA Recall 17V761000: If the brake lights fail to illuminate, there would not be a signal to... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 11/28/2017

Recent Complaints

No complaints reported.