CarRecallWatchThe 2025 Western Star 49X has 13 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
2025 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.
Loose Brake Caliper Bolts Can Cause Brake Loss
Some trucks may have brake caliper mounting bolts that can loosen and detach.
Steering tie rod nut may loosen, risking loss of steering control
The tie rod castle nut and cotter pin on the steering linkage may not be installed properly.
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.
Air Tank May Be Too Small, Reducing Braking Power
Certain heavy-duty trucks have an air brake reservoir (tank) that may be too small.
Brake lights may fail to light, raising crash risk
A software error in the advanced signal and actuator module for the automatic emergency braking system can cause the brake lights to fail to illuminate.
Fuel Pump Can Crack and Leak, Causing Engine Stall
Certain diesel fuel pumps made by Cummins may have barrels that can fracture, causing a fuel leak.
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.
Steering tie rod ball stud can fail and separate
The steering tie rod assembly ball stud on certain trucks and transit buses with Composolite EXS20 steerable lift axle suspensions may have been improperly heat treated.
Steering Tie Rod Can Crack and Separate, Causing Loss of Control
Certain 2025 Freightliner, Western Star, and Freightliner Custom Chassis trucks, cabs, and buses may have front axle tie rod ball joint studs that can crack and break.
Wheels Can Loosen and Detach, Risking Loss of Control
Certain 2025 Freightliner Custom Chassis vehicles may have wheel hub fasteners that loosen over time.
Stability software error can reduce braking control
Certain heavy trucks have electronic stability control software with incorrect axle spacing settings.
2025 Western Star 49X questions
Does the 2025 Western Star 49X have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 13 safety recalls for the 2025 Western Star 49X: Battery Stud Can Short Circuit and Cause a Fire; Loose Axle Clamp Fasteners Can Cause Loss of Control; Loose Brake Caliper Bolts Can Cause Brake Loss; Steering tie rod nut may loosen, risking loss of steering control; Battery Cable Stud May Cause Short Circuit and Fire. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
How do I check if a recall on my 2025 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.