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Western Star 49X years to avoid, worst and best years

Owners have filed 2 complaints about the Western Star 49X since 2022, and 30 recalls have been issued. The 2022 model year has 1 complaints, more than any other year, led by engine problems.

No year stands outAll years close to typical
Owner complaints
2
Recalls
30
Worst year
2022
Warranty extensions
4
Model years
2022-2027

Western Star 49X years to avoid

No model year of the Western Star 49X stands out with more than twice its typical number of complaints.

Best Western Star 49X years

Not enough model years on the road yet to compare.

Western Star 49X complaints by model year

Owner complaints by model year. Newer years have had less time on the road, so expect them to grow.

20222027

How we calculate this

Year to avoidFewest complaintsOther years

Most common Western Star 49X problems

All model years combined.

  • Steering
    1
  • Engine
    1

Western Star 49X problems year by year

Tap a year to see its problems, recalls and what owners say.

YearScoreComplaintsTop problemTypical mileageRecallsCrashes
2027-1Steering11
2022-1Engine170

Recalls 30

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Western Star 49X warranty extensions

Repairs the manufacturer covers beyond the normal warranty. Check whether your car and mileage qualify before paying for one of these.

Questions about the Western Star 49X

What years of the Western Star 49X should you avoid?

No single model year of the Western Star 49X has more than twice its typical number of owner complaints.

What is the best year for a used Western Star 49X?

There are not enough model years on the road yet to compare.

What is the most common problem with the Western Star 49X?

Steering, with 1 complaints.

How many recalls does the Western Star 49X have?

30 recalls between 2022 and 2027. The 2022 model year has the most, with 17.

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