CarRecallWatchThe 2001 Western Star 4900 has 3 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 crash, 2 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Suspension (1 report).
2001 Western Star 4900 recalls
Most common 2001 Western Star 4900 problems
Problem areas named in the 2 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Suspension | 1 |
| Air Bags | 1 |
What owners report
TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2001 WESTERN STAR 4900 TRUCK. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE DRIVER CRASHED INTO ANOTHER VEHICLE AND THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. THE FRONT SEAT OCCUPANTS IN THE SECOND VEHICLE SUSTAINED FATAL INJURIES. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED. THE DETAILS OF THE CRASH WERE LIMITED AND THE SPECIFICS ON WHETHER THE VEHICLE WAS DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED WERE NOT AVAILABLE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS NOT AVAILABLE.
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 WESTERN STAR 4964SX (NA). THE VEHICLE SWAYS SIDE TO SIDE EACH TIME IT IS DRIVEN. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INSTALLATION COMPANY AND THEY STATED THAT THE PUSHER AXLE WAS INSTALLED IMPROPERLY. THE SPEED AND ENGINE SIZE WERE UNKNOWN. THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 74,068 AND FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 1,000.
2001 Western Star 4900 questions
Does the 2001 Western Star 4900 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2001 Western Star 4900: Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings; Suspension:Front:Hub; Electrical System:Wiring. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2001 Western Star 4900?
Based on 2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Suspension (1), Air Bags (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 2001 Western Star 4900 has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.