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.
2018 Western Star 4900Problems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 0 owner complaints about the 2018 Western Star 4900. It is covered by 16 safety recalls, and for recall 21V-896 the manufacturer reports only 31% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through November 17, 2021. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2018 Western Star 4900 has problems
0 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
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Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
16 recalls
2018 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 Q4
Electrical system: wiring
Risk. An electrical arc can increase the risk of a fire.
repaired · 2023 Q1
Power train: clutch assembly
Risk. Unintended vehicle movement van increase the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2022 Q2
Defroster/defogger/hvac system: rear window
Risk. If the vent window detaches while the vehicle is in motion, it can become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
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repaired · 2022 Q2
Body: door
Risk. A baggage or sleeper side door that separates from the vehicle while in motion can cause road debris, increasing the risk of an injury or crash.
repaired · 2021 Q2
Power train: clutch assembly
Risk. Unintended vehicle movement can increase the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2020 Q4
Steering
Risk. Loose tie rod arm bolts may lead to separation of the tie rod arm, resulting in a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2020 Q3
Disc: caliper
Risk. Loose brake caliper mounting bolts can reduce brake effectiveness, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2020 Q1
Engine: diesel
Risk. If the fuel line bursts, fuel may leak onto the road resulting in a roadway hazard for other motorists.
repaired · 2019 Q4
Disc: caliper
Risk. If the brake caliper mounting bolts loosen, braking performance may be reduced, 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.
repaired · 2020 Q2
Electrical system: wiring
Risk. An electrical arc can increase the risk of a fire.
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 · 2019 Q3
Springs: leaf spring assembly
Risk. Overloaded springs may result in the front axle separating from the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2018 Q4
Fuel system, diesel
Risk. Failure of the fuel pump will result in a sudden engine stall with no warning, and with no ability to restart, 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.
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
2018 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
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- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
1 investigation
NHTSA defect investigations
Federal investigations that included the 2018 Western Star 4900, and the recalls they led to.
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