CarRecallWatchThe 2021 Western Star 49X has 13 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
2021 Western Star 49X recalls
Battery Stud Can Short Circuit and Cause a Fire
A stud connecting the battery to the starter at the frame rail may have been installed incorrectly or may corrode over time.
Loose Axle Clamp Fasteners Can Cause Loss of Control
Certain trucks have axle clamp fasteners that may be loose.
Battery Cable Stud May Cause Short Circuit and Fire
A stud connecting the battery to the starter, located at the frame rail, may have been installed incorrectly on certain Western Star 49X and 47X trucks.
Brake lights may not light during automatic braking
Certain heavy trucks may have a software problem in which the brake lights do not illuminate when the automatic emergency braking system applies the brakes on its own.
Hazard Lights May Flash Improperly During Emergency Braking
The hazard warning lights on these heavy trucks may flash improperly when the Advanced Braking Assist system activates.
Brakes May Pull to One Side, Risking a Crash
Corroded front brake modulator valves can cause the vehicle to pull toward one side when the brakes are applied by Electronic Stability Control or Roll Stability Control.
Brakes May Pull to One Side During Adaptive Cruise Braking
Corrosion can develop in the front-axle brake modulator valves on certain heavy trucks.
Hood Covers May Detach, Creating Road Hazard
Certain heavy-duty trucks have hood bezel covers that can come loose and detach from the vehicle while driving.
Windshield Wipers May Fail, Reducing Visibility
Certain heavy-duty trucks have windshield wiper linkages that may break, causing the wipers to stop working.
Hood air intake cover can detach, creating road hazard
A stainless steel cover on the side air intake of the hood may loosen and detach from the vehicle.
Fuel Tubes May Crack and Leak, Creating Fire Risk
Certain diesel trucks may have fuel tubes between the fuel rail and the injectors for cylinders four, five, and six that can fatigue and crack over time.
Steering Shaft May Separate, Causing Loss of Steering
A steering shaft on certain Western Star 49X trucks may not have been properly installed, so it can separate from the steering gear.
Battery Cable Can Break, Causing Sudden Engine Stall
A battery cable terminal on certain heavy trucks may break, causing a loss of electrical power and an unintended engine stall.
2021 Western Star 49X questions
Does the 2021 Western Star 49X have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 13 safety recalls for the 2021 Western Star 49X: Battery Stud Can Short Circuit and Cause a Fire; Loose Axle Clamp Fasteners Can Cause Loss of Control; Battery Cable Stud May Cause Short Circuit and Fire; Brake lights may not light during automatic braking; Hazard Lights May Flash Improperly During Emergency Braking. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
How do I check if a recall on my 2021 Western Star 49X 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.