2025 WESTERN STAR 47X
11 recalls, 4 complaints
26V079000 Feb 11, 2026
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
Defect Description
Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA) is recalling certain 2020-2027 Western Star 49X and 2021-2027 Western Star 47X vehicles. A stud connecting the battery to the starter at the frame rail may have been incorrectly installed or may corrode, which can cause a short circuit.
Consequence
A short circuit increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will repair the studs, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 22, 2026. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is F1029. This recall replaces and expands NHTSA recall number 25V326. Vehicles already repaired under the pre... Read more
25V760000 Nov 4, 2025
SUSPENSION:CRITICAL FASTENERS
Defect Description
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2020-2026 Western Star 49X, Freightliner Business Class M2, Freightliner 114SD, Freightliner 108SD, 2021-2026 Western Star 47X, 2021-2023 Freightliner 122SD, 2022 Western Star 48X, and 2023 Western Star 4700 vehicles. The axle clamp faste... Read more
Consequence
A loss of vehicle control increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and tighten the fasteners, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 29, 2025. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is F1027.
25V601000 Sep 11, 2025
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:DISC:CALIPER
Defect Description
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2025 FCCC XCR, FCCC XBS, FCCC MT45, Western Star 57X, 2025-2026 Freightliner Business Class M2, Freightliner Cascadia, Freightliner 114SD, Freightliner 108SD, FCCC MT55G, FCCC MT45G, FCCC XCP, FCCC XCM, Western Star 49X, Western Star 47X,... Read more
Consequence
A loss of brake function can increase the risk of a crash. In addition, a damaged wheel or tire can lead to a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace or tighten the brake caliper mounting bolts, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 10, 2025. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is F1023.
25V603000 Sep 11, 2025
STEERING:LINKAGES:TIE ROD ASSEMBLY
Defect Description
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2024-2026 Western Star 47X, Freightliner Business Class M2, FCCC MT55G, 2025-2026 Western Star 49X, Freightliner Cascadia, Freightliner 114SD, FCCC MT45G, FCCC S2RV106, 2026 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2, Freightliner eCascadia, FCCC ... Read more
Consequence
A loss of vehicle steering control increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the tie rod assembly, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 10, 2025. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is D25R2.
25V326000 Jun 23, 2025
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
Defect Description
Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA) is recalling certain 2020-2026 Western Star 49X and 2021-2026 Western Star 47X vehicles. A stud connecting the battery to the starter at the frame rail may have been incorrectly installed, which can cause a short circuit.
Consequence
A short circuit increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy
DTNA will inspect and replace damaged cables and loose hardware. In addition, DTNA will properly tighten hardware and install dielectric tape. All repairs will be performed, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 1, 2025. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at... Read more
25V187000 Mar 25, 2025
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING
Defect Description
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2026 Freightliner eM2, Freightliner 108SD, Freightliner 114SD, Freightliner Cascadia, 2025-2026 Freightliner Business Class M2, Western Star 47X, and Western Star 49X vehicles. A software error in the advanced signal and actuator module ... Read more
Consequence
Brake lights that fail increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will update the automatic emergency braking system software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 15, 2025. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is F1018.
24V668000 Sep 10, 2024
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS
Defect Description
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Freightliner 108SD, 2022-2025 Freightliner 114SD, Freightliner Business Class M2, 2025 Freightliner eM2, 2020-2025 Western Star 49X, 2021-2025 Western Star 47X, and 2022-2025 Western Star 57X vehicles that may be upfitted with a... Read more
Consequence
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.
Remedy
Dealers will update the ABA software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 24, 2024. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 800-745-8000. DTNA's number for this recall is F1009.
24V571000 Aug 1, 2024
STEERING:LINKAGES:TIE ROD ASSEMBLY
Defect Description
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2025 Freightliner 108SD, 114SD, Business Class M2, Cascadia and Western Star 47X vehicles. The tie rod in the front axle may contain ball studs that have been incorrectly heat-treated, which can cause them to break, and result in tie rod... Read more
Consequence
Tie rod failure can cause a loss of vehicle steering control and increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the tie rod assembly, as necessary free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 27, 2024. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 800-745-8000. DTNA's number for this recall is F1007.
24V509000 Jul 3, 2024
STEERING:LINKAGES:TIE ROD ASSEMBLY
Defect Description
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2025 Freightliner Cascadia, 114SD, Western Star 47X, and 49X transit buses equipped with Composolite EXS20 steerable lift axle suspension assemblies. The tie rod assembly ball stud could have been improperly heat treated and can fail.
Consequence
The ball stud can separate from the vehicle becoming a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the tie rod assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 26, 2024. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 800-745-8000. DTNA's number for this recall is F1005.
24V402000 Jun 4, 2024
STEERING:LINKAGES:TIE ROD ASSEMBLY
Defect Description
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2025 Freightliner Cascadia, 108SD, 114SD, Business Class M2, Western Star 47X, 49X, Freightliner Custom Chassis S2RV 106, and S2C 106 transit buses, cabs, and chassis. The front axle tie rod ball joint studs may crack and break, which ca... Read more
Consequence
Tie rod separation can cause a sudden loss of steering control and increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the tie rod assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 25, 2024. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 800-745-8000. DTNA's number for this recall is D24R6.
24V393000 Jun 3, 2024
WHEELS:HUB
Defect Description
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2025 Freightliner Custom Chassis MC, MT45, MT45G, MT55, S2C 106, S2RV 106, XBS, XCM, XCP, XCR, XCS, Freightliner 108SD, 114SD, Business Class M2, Western Star 47X, 49X, 57X, and Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2 transit buses, cabs, and c... Read more
Consequence
A loss of vehicle control increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the hub nut retaining system, wheel end, and axle components, as necessary free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 18, 2024. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 800-745-8000. DTNA's number for this recall is F1002.
Complaint Statistics
4 total complaints
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE | 1 |
| ENGINE | 1 |
| VISIBILITY/WIPER | 1 |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 1 |
ENGINE
Apr 25, 2026
Incident date: Feb 5, 2026
Vehicle power loss, some shaking with no warning lights on dashboard. Dealer confirmed it was engine failure.
VISIBILITY/WIPER
Apr 25, 2026
Incident date: Feb 5, 2026
This is a report of a Failed Remedy for Safety Recall N321 (Recall #19V293). Records confirm that this vehicle had the recall repair performed on 12/09/2020. That repair has now failed. A certified technician at the dealership has confirmed via video that the windshield bond has detached, leading to... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Apr 25, 2026
Incident date: Feb 5, 2026
This is a report of a Failed Remedy for Safety Recall N321 (Recall #19V293). Records confirm that this vehicle had the recall repair performed on 12/09/2020. That repair has now failed. A certified technician at the dealership has confirmed via video that the windshield bond has detached, leading to... Read more
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Jan 13, 2026
Incident date: Dec 23, 2025
The contact owns a 2023 Hyundai Sonata. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer several times, and the dealer reset the check engine warning light. In addition, the vehicle remained with the dealer... Read more
WESTERN STAR 47X - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the WESTERN STAR 47X across all model years (2020, 2027).
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Total Recalls
5
Total Complaints
0
Investigations
0
Reported Crashes
0
Reported Fires
0
Reported Deaths