Steering wheel detached completely off the steering bar. Couldn’t control vehicle and got into an accident
The worst 2027 Western Star 49X problems
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Recalls 3
Equipment: other: labels
- What is wrong
- Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2020 Western Star 4900, 2024 Freightliner Cascadia, and 2027 Western Star 49X vehicles. The Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) listed on the Federal Certification Label is incorrect, which can allow the vehicle to be overloaded. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of 49 CFR Part 567, "Certification."
- Risk
- An overloaded vehicle can increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- The remedy is currently under development. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed January 5, 2027. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1‑800‑547‑0712. DTNA's number for this recall is F1045.
Recall number 26V736000 · Recall details
Power train: driveline
- What is wrong
- Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2027 Western Star 49X, Western Star 47X, Freightliner Cascadia Fifth Gen, Freightliner Cascadia, Freightliner 114SD, Freightliner Business Class M2, and Freightliner 108SD vehicles equipped with certain Cummins drivelines. The driveline may be missing a snap ring in the slip yoke assembly, possibly causing the driveline to separate from the vehicle.
- Risk
- Driveline separation can cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash. Detached components can become a road hazard for other vehicles, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Cummins will inspect and replace the driveline as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed January 5, 2027. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1‑800‑547‑0712 or Cummins customer service at 1‑800‑286‑6467. DTNA's number for this recall is F1046.
Recall number 26V737000 · Recall details
Electrical system: 12v/24v/48v battery
- What is wrong
- Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA) is recalling certain 2020-2027 Western Star 49X and 2021-2027 Western Star 47X vehicles. A stud connecting the battery to the starter at the frame rail may have been incorrectly installed or may corrode, which can cause a short circuit.
- Risk
- A short circuit increases the risk of a fire.
- Remedy
- Dealers will repair the studs, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 22, 2026. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1‑800‑547‑0712. DTNA's number for this recall is F1029. This recall replaces and expands the federal safety agency recall number 25V326. Vehicles already repaired under the previous recall will need to have the new remedy completed.
Recall number 26V079000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 2027 Western Star 49X 28
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- Fleet Communications for Incorrectly Enabled Bulb-Out w/ Body Builder Lighting Connection (TSB-54-385-FTL,...
- CX Advocate for Cummins Axiomatic fan Control Module Fails Due to Internal Short
- CX Advocate for J1939 Codes with Cummins Engine (TSB-54-102-WST)
- CX Advocate for Surge Tank Level Sensor Float Sinking
- Technical Service Bulletin for Door Sill Plate Bracket Repair
- My Communications for New Daimler Truck Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Coming to Freightliner Plus...
- Technical Service Bulletin for J1939 Communication Errors with Cummins Engine Automated or Allison...
- Technical Service Bulletin for Backup Lamp Warning
- CX Advocate for Incorrectly Enabled Bulb-Out w/ Body Builder Lighting Connection (TSB-54-385-FTL &...
- CX Advocate for Cab/Chassis MFG Updates
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Questions about the 2027 Western Star 49X
Is the 2027 Western Star 49X reliable?
Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 2027 Western Star 49X, close to a typical 49X model year.
What is the most common problem with the 2027 Western Star 49X?
Steering, with 1 complaint.
How many recalls does the 2027 Western Star 49X have?
3 recalls, covering equipment, power train and electrical system.
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