repaired · 2024 Q1
Tires
Risk. Unapproved tires that are not rated for the vehicle can cause tire performance issues, increasing the risk of a crash.
2015 Western Star 4900Problems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 1 owner complaint about the 2015 Western Star 4900, most often about the electrical system. It is covered by 14 safety recalls, and for recall 17V-810 the manufacturer reports only 1% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through November 17, 2021. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2015 Western Star 4900 has problems
1 complaint grouped by the system owners reported.
1Electrical system
1Structure
1Tires
1Wheels
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 1 | 0 |
| Structure | 1 | 0 |
| Tires | 1 | 0 |
| Wheels | 1 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
14 recalls
2015 Western Star 4900 recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
repaired · 2023 Q1
Supply: reservoir/tank
Risk. An insufficient air reservoir volume may reduce brake effectiveness, increasing the risk of crash.
repaired · 2020 Q4
Linkages: tie rod assembly
Risk. A tie-rod failure would cause a disconnect between the front wheels, resulting in a loss of steering ability, thereby increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2020 Q2
Service brakes, air
Risk. Front brake hose chafing may causing air loss, possibly reducing braking effectiveness and increasing the risk of a crash.
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repaired · 2019 Q3
Equipment
Risk. In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.
repaired · 2019 Q3
Exterior lighting: brake lights
Risk. If the brake lights fail to illuminate, there would not be a signal to other motorists that the vehicle is slowing, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2018 Q3
Service brakes, air
Risk. A rapid loss of air pressure without warning may cause a sudden application of the park brakes, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2018 Q2
Seat belts
Risk. If the plate has a hole that is too big, the plate may fail when it stressed such as in the event of a crash, preventing the seat belt from adequately…
repaired · 2018 Q1
Power train: axle assembly
Risk. If the hex nuts are not tightened to specification, the driveshaft may disconnect from the drive axle, resulting in a loss of propulsion and increasing the…
repaired · 2016 Q4
Electrical system: instrument cluster/panel
Risk. If the speedometer does not show the vehicle speed, the driver may unknowingly exceed the posted speed limit, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2016 Q4
Service brakes, air
Risk. While traveling at highway speeds, brake drag may cause loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2016 Q3
Equipment
Risk. In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not work correctly, there is an increased risk of injury to the truck occupants.
repaired · 2016 Q4
Disc: chamber
Risk. While traveling at highway speeds, brake drag may cause loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2016 Q1
Service brakes, air: antilock
Risk. When not equipped with ABS, the affected vehicles have a greater chance of wheel lock up when braking, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Western Star.
Best & worst years
2015 vs. every other 4900 year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the 4900 median. How we score
'98'99'00'01'02'03'04'05'06'07'08'09'10'11'12'13'14'15'16'17'18'19'20'21'22'23
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
1 investigation
NHTSA defect investigations
Federal investigations that included the 2015 Western Star 4900, and the recalls they led to.
- Daimler Trucks North America RecallsNo recall
In owners' words
What 4900 owners report
Recent electrical system complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
BRAND NEW TRUCK WITH ABOUT 60,000 ON ORIGINAL TIRES. PASSENGER SIDE TIRE BLEW AT SPEED AROUND 66. HOOD WAS DESTROYED, TRUCK WAS ABLE TO STOP ON THE SHOULDER. HAD ALMOST 1,000,000 IN CARGO ON TRUCK. HOOD AND OTHER PARTS WILL COST ABOUT $23,000 PLUS LABOR. ROAD SERVICE WAS $2,500. RIM WAS DESTROYED.…
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