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NewRisk. An overloaded vehicle can increase the risk of a crash.
2027 Western Star 49xProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 1 owner complaint about the 2027 Western Star 49x, most often about the steering. It is covered by 3 safety recalls.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through November 6, 2026. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2027 Western Star 49x has problems
1 complaint grouped by the system owners reported.
1Steering1 crash/fire/injury
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Steering | 1 | 1 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
3 recalls
2027 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.
no report yet
Power train: driveline
NewRisk. Driveline separation can cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2026 Q3
Electrical system: 12v/24v/48v battery
NewRisk. A short circuit increases the risk of a fire.
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
2027 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
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- Not rated
Own a 2027 49x?
Decode your VIN to see the recalls for your exact car, then confirm open recalls with NHTSA.