Recall 18V351000: 2012–2019 Western Star 4900
- Report received
- May 29, 2018
- Manufacturer
- Daimler Trucks North America LLC
- Potentially affected
- 640vehicles
- Model years
- 2012–2019
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 2012-2019 Western Star 4900 trucks built with Lowmax hoods and disc brakes. There may be insufficient clearance between the front brake hose and the hood resulting in the brake hose being chafed.
Possible consequence
Front brake hose chafing may causing air loss, possibly reducing braking effectiveness and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front axle brake hose, free of charge. DTNA issued owners an interim notification on July 27, 2018. The recall began November 27, 2018. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-773.
Affected model years
Pages for each model year show complaints, parts, mileage and other recalls.
- 2012 Western Star 49001 complaints
- 2013 Western Star 49000 complaints
- 2014 Western Star 49003 complaints
- 2015 Western Star 49001 complaints
- 2016 Western Star 49000 complaints
- 2017 Western Star 49000 complaints
- 2018 Western Star 49000 complaints
- 2019 Western Star 49001 complaints
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.