Recall 17V124000: 2015–2018 Western Star 4900
- Report received
- Feb 27, 2017
- Manufacturer
- Daimler Trucks North America LLC
- Potentially affected
- 450vehicles
- Model years
- 2015–2018
Check your own vehicle. A recall applies only to vehicles within the affected build range. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.
What NHTSA recorded
Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Western Star 4900 trucks. The aluminum air tanks on these vehicles may have improper welds possibly resulting in a rapid loss of air pressure.
Possible consequence
A rapid loss of air pressure without warning may cause a sudden application of the park brakes, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the aluminum air tanks with steel, triple compartment, air tanks, free of charge. The recall began on April 27, 2017. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-732.
Affected model years
Pages for each model year show complaints, parts, mileage and other recalls.
- 2015 Western Star 49001 complaints
- 2016 Western Star 49000 complaints
- 2017 Western Star 49000 complaints
- 2018 Western Star 49000 complaints
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.