2000 Western Star 4900 Problems: 0 Complaints, 3 Recalls

The worst 2000 Western Star 4900 problems

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Suspension: front: hubReported March 21, 2003 · 5,716 vehicles affected

What is wrong: On certain trucks equipped with truck hub units manufactured by skf exclusively for use on arvinmeritor's ff98x series non-drive steer axles, the hub unit bearings can wear prematurely.
Risk: Seizure of the bearings can cause wheel separation or wheel end fire.
Remedy: Dealers will replace both front hubs. Owner notification is expected to begin on or before september 20, 2003. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact freightliner at 1‑800‑547‑0712.

Recall number 03V112000 · Recall details

Electrical system: 12v/24v/48v battery: cablesReported December 17, 2001 · 3,500 vehicles affected

What is wrong: On certain trucks equipped with caterpillar 3406e and c-15 engines, interference between the positive battery cable and stud mounting electronic control module (ECM) to the engine exists. Chafing can wear through the battery cable insulation to allow contact between the battery cable and the stud.
Risk: This contact could provide a short circuit, which may cause a fire.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the vehicles and the battery cables will be replaced and/or re-routed as necessary. Owner notification began april 18, 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact freightliner at 1‑800‑547‑0712.

Recall number 01V387000 · Recall details

SuspensionReported May 14, 2001 · 222 vehicles affected

What is wrong: Vehicle description: heavy duty trucks equipped with chalmers 1000 and 800 series suspension kits. These suspension kits may have insufficient penetration of the weld attaching the torque rod eye to the torque rod tube.
Risk: Failure of the weld could result in separation of the eye and tube, causing a lock of axle retention, which could result in loss of vehicle control.
Remedy: Dealers will replace all chalmers fixed torque rods on these vehicles. Owner notification began march 14, 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact freightliner at 1‑800‑547‑0712.

Recall number 01V167002 · Recall details

Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.

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Is the 2000 Western Star 4900 reliable?

Owners have filed 0 complaints about the 2000 Western Star 4900.

What is the most common problem with the 2000 Western Star 4900?

There are not enough complaints to tell.

How many recalls does the 2000 Western Star 4900 have?

3 recalls, covering suspension and electrical system.

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