- The problem
- Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2027 Western Star 49X, Western Star 47X, Freightliner Cascadia Fifth Gen, Freightliner Cascadia, Freightliner 114SD, Freightliner Business Class M2, and Freightliner 108SD vehicles equipped with certain Cummins drivelines. The driveline may be missing a snap ring in the slip yoke assembly, possibly causing the driveline to separate from the vehicle.
- The risk
- Driveline separation can cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash. Detached components can become a road hazard for other vehicles, increasing the risk of a crash.
- The fix
- Cummins will inspect and replace the driveline as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed January 5, 2027. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712 or Cummins customer service at 1-800-286-6467. DTNA's number for this recall is F1046.
Vehicle safety record
2027 Western Star 49X Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 2027 Western Star 49X with NHTSA, most often about the steering (1). Those complaints describe 1 crash and 1 injury. It is covered by 3 recalls, the latest in November 2026 for the driveline. For comparison, the 2026 has 0.
NHTSA data checked
DMore problems than a typical 49X year, for its age
#16 most complained-about 2027 vehicle
- Complaints
- 1
- Recalls
- 3
- Crashes
- 1
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 1
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 2027 Western Star 49X problems
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2027 Western Star 49X recalls 3
Recall repairs are free. Your dealer fixes them whether or not you bought the car there - check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours is done. What to do
- The problem
- Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2020 Western Star 4900, 2024 Freightliner Cascadia, and 2027 Western Star 49X vehicles. The Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) listed on the Federal Certification Label is incorrect, which can allow the vehicle to be overloaded. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of 49 CFR Part 567, "Certification."
- The risk
- An overloaded vehicle can increase the risk of a crash.
- The fix
- The remedy is currently under development. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed January 5, 2027. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is F1045.
- The problem
- 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.
- The risk
- A short circuit increases the risk of a fire.
- The fix
- 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 previous recall will need to have the new remedy completed.
What owners say
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1 complaints about the 2027 Western Star 49X
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
Steering wheel detached completely off the steering bar. Couldn't control vehicle and got into an accident
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All 49X yearsQuestions about the 2027 Western Star 49X
Does the 2027 Western Star 49X have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2027 Western Star 49X: driveline (November 2026); labels (November 2026); 12v / 24v / 48v battery (February 2026). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.
What are the most common problems with the 2027 Western Star 49X?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the steering (1).
How many complaints has the 2027 Western Star 49X had?
1 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on September 29, 2026 and the latest on September 29, 2026. Of these, 1 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 1 injury and 0 deaths.
Is the 2027 Western Star 49X a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 39 out of 100 (grade D: more problems than a typical Western Star 49X year, for its age). The index weighs complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and recalls against how long the vehicle has been on the road, compared with the same model's other years. It is not a measure of every repair - read the complaints and owner experiences, and have any used vehicle inspected before you buy.
Which Western Star 49X years have the most complaints?
2022 (1), 2027 (1). See every Western Star 49X year compared.
What should I do if my 2027 Western Star 49X has a problem?
If it is a safety problem, stop driving it if it is unsafe and contact your dealer. Report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem - enough reports start investigations and recalls - and share your experience here so other owners know what to look for.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked . Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data