CarRecallWatchThe 2015 Western Star 4900 has 14 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA.
The most-reported problem area is Structure (1 report).
2015 Western Star 4900 recalls
Unapproved tires and rims can raise crash risk
Certain heavy-duty trucks were built or equipped with tires and rims that are not approved or rated for the vehicle by the Tire and Rim Association or the tire manufacturer.
Insufficient air brake reservoir may reduce braking, raising crash risk
Some heavy trucks may have an air brake reservoir (tank) that is too small to meet federal brake standards.
Tie-Rod Can Fail, Causing Loss of Steering Control
Certain heavy trucks have a front axle, brake lining, and brake spider combination that can cause high vibrations during braking.
Front brake hose can chafe, causing air loss and reduced braking
Some 2012-2019 Western Star 4900 trucks may have too little clearance between the front brake hose and the hood.
Fire extinguisher may fail to discharge or nozzle may detach
Certain heavy trucks are equipped with Kidde plastic-handle or push-button "Pindicator" fire extinguishers that may become clogged.
Brake lights may fail to turn on after hard braking
On certain heavy trucks, the brake light pressure switch may not activate the brake lights when the brake pedal is lightly applied after hard braking.
Air Tank Welds May Leak, Sudden Park Brake Application
Certain aluminum air tanks in these trucks may have improper welds.
Seat belt anchor plate may fail in a crash
Some heavy trucks with a Stratosphere sleeper cab may have a seat belt mounting plate with a drill hole that is too large.
Loose axle nuts can cause driveshaft to disconnect
Certain heavy trucks built between late 2014 and late 2015 may have hex nuts on the drive axle's flange yoke that were not properly tightened.
Speedometer may fail to show speed, risking speeding
Certain 2015 Western Star trucks built between November 15, 2014 and January 30, 2015 may have a speedometer that does not operate properly and may fail to display the vehicle's speed.
Brake Drag Can Cause Loss of Control on Highways
Certain 2015 heavy trucks built between October 2014 and February 2015 may have brake chambers with an improperly seated diaphragm.
Fire extinguisher may not fully discharge in a fire
Some 2014-2015 Western Star trucks built between July 2013 and December 2014 are equipped with Kidde disposable handheld fire extinguishers that may not fully discharge as designed when the lever is repeatedly pressed and released.
Most common 2015 Western Star 4900 problems
Problem areas named in the 1 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Structure | 1 |
| Electrical System | 1 |
| Wheels | 1 |
| Tires | 1 |
What owners report
BRAND NEW TRUCK WITH ABOUT 60,000 ON ORIGINAL TIRES. PASSENGER SIDE TIRE BLEW AT SPEED AROUND 66. HOOD WAS DESTROYED, TRUCK WAS ABLE TO STOP ON THE SHOULDER. HAD ALMOST 1,000,000 IN CARGO ON TRUCK. HOOD AND OTHER PARTS WILL COST ABOUT $23,000 PLUS LABOR. ROAD SERVICE WAS $2,500. RIM WAS DESTROYED. TIRE SIZE 295/60/22.5 18 PLY THIS IS 4 TH BLOW OUT ON MY BRAND NEW TRUCKS. 2 PETE 388 AND 2 WESTERN STAR. ALL WITH SAME TIRE.MICHELIN XZA 2 ON ALL TRUCKS. WESTERN STAR BLOW OUT HAD 275/70/22.5. *TR
2015 Western Star 4900 questions
Does the 2015 Western Star 4900 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 14 safety recalls for the 2015 Western Star 4900: Unapproved tires and rims can raise crash risk; Insufficient air brake reservoir may reduce braking, raising crash risk; Tie-Rod Can Fail, Causing Loss of Steering Control; Front brake hose can chafe, causing air loss and reduced braking; Fire extinguisher may fail to discharge or nozzle may detach. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2015 Western Star 4900?
Based on 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Structure (1), Electrical System (1), Wheels (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 2015 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.