repaired · 2026 Q3
Electrical system: 12v/24v/48v battery
NewRisk. A short circuit increases the risk of a fire.
2023 Western Star 49xProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 0 owner complaints about the 2023 Western Star 49x. It is covered by 14 safety recalls, and for recall 23V-238 the manufacturer reports only 48% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through February 11, 2026. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2023 Western Star 49x 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.
14 recalls
2023 Western Star 49x 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 · 2026 Q3
Suspension: critical fasteners
Risk. A loss of vehicle control increases the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2026 Q3
Electrical system: 12v/24v/48v battery
Risk. A short circuit increases the risk of a fire.
repaired · 2026 Q3
Exterior lighting: brake lights
Risk. Brake lights that fail to illuminate can fail to indicate to other drivers that the vehicle is slowing down, increasing the risk of a crash.
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repaired · 2026 Q2
Leaf spring assembly: hanger,bracket
Risk. Difficulty steering and a loss of directional control increases the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2025 Q2
Linkages: tie rod assembly
Risk. A detached steering arm can result in a sudden loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2025 Q3
Electronic stability control (ESC)
Risk. Brakes that pull to one side may cause a sudden change in vehicle direction, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2025 Q3
Forward collision avoidance: adaptive cruise control
Risk. Brakes that pull to one side during an ACC braking event may cause a sudden change in vehicle direction, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2024 Q4
Linkages: tie rod assembly
Risk. Tie rod separation can result in a sudden loss of steering, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2024 Q3
Steering
Risk. A loss of steering control can increase the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2025 Q1
Body: hood
Risk. Detached hood bezel covers may cause a road hazard and increase the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2024 Q2
Engine: engine control module (ecu/ecm)
Risk. Unexpected engine shut down can increase the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2023 Q2
Disc: caliper
Risk. Reduced brake performance can increase the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2024 Q2
Structure: body
Risk. A detached side air intake cover may cause a road hazard and increase 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
2023 vs. every other 49x 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 49x median. How we score
'20'21'22'23'24'25'26'27
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
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- Not rated
Own a 2023 49x?
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