repaired · 2026 Q3
Electrical system: 12v/24v/48v battery
NewRisk. A short circuit increases the risk of a fire.
2025 Western Star 49xProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 0 owner complaints about the 2025 Western Star 49x. It is covered by 13 safety recalls, and for recall 25V-760 the manufacturer reports only 54% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through February 11, 2026. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2025 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.
13 recalls
2025 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
Steering: critical fasteners
Risk. A loss of vehicle steering control increases the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2026 Q3
Service brakes, air: critical fasteners
Risk. A loss of brake function can increase the risk of a crash.
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repaired · 2026 Q3
Electrical system: 12v/24v/48v battery
Risk. A short circuit increases the risk of a fire.
repaired · 2026 Q3
Supply: reservoir/tank
Risk. Reduced brake performance can extend the distance required to stop, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2026 Q3
Exterior lighting: brake lights
Risk. Brake lights that fail increase the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2026 Q3
Delivery: fuel pump
Risk. An engine stall increases the risk of a crash.
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.
repaired · 2026 Q2
Linkages: tie rod assembly
Risk. The ball stud can separate from the vehicle becoming a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2026 Q2
Linkages: tie rod assembly
Risk. Tie rod separation can cause a sudden loss of steering control and increase the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2026 Q2
Wheels: hub
Risk. A loss of vehicle control increases the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2025 Q4
Electronic stability control (ESC)
Risk. Incorrect parameters can decrease vehicle stability or braking performance, increasing the risk of 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
2025 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
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- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
Own a 2025 49x?
Decode your VIN to see the recalls for your exact car, then confirm open recalls with NHTSA.