2007 Western Star 4900EX recalls and problems

The 2007 Western Star 4900EX has 1 safety recall and 2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Western Star dealer.

Recalls
1
Complaints
2
Crashes / fires
0 / 0
Injuries / deaths
0 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2007 Western Star 4900EX vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2007 Western Star 4900EX recalls

Recall 08V-417: Exterior Lighting

Reported Aug 15, 2008 · 7 vehicles affected · DAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA

Problem: Daimler trucks is recalling 7 my 2006-2007 western star 4900ex trucks for failing to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, 'lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment.' additional marker lamps were installed between the required identification lamps and clearance lamps on the top of some truck cabs.

Risk: Additional lamps located on the same horizontal line near the identification lamps may make if difficult for other drivers to distinguish larger vehicles under some conditions.

Fix: Dealers will remove the additional marker lamps. The recall began on october 2, 2008. Owners may contact daimler trucks at 1-800-547-0712.

2007 Western Star 4900EX problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Tires1
Engine and Engine Cooling1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 269,433 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2007 Western Star 4900EX complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Engine and Engine Cooling · reported Sep 12, 2010
2008 started overheating under a load and uphills. Several EGR valves, air charge coolers, turbos, flushing and steam cleaning radiator,head gaskets, thermo stats, and it still overheats. We have consulted with western star to find the problem and they will no longer return our calls.
Tires · at 269,433 miles · reported Oct 17, 2009
On march 12, 2009 I bought 8 sumitomo 255/70r22.5 model #st727 tires for my commercial truck. Aprox. 50k miles of use one of the tires are cracking from the top of the tire going down the side wall. I was told by the retailer that the tire did not show any signs of impact and that it is only a stress crack and not a defect.

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2007 Western Star 4900EX have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2007 Western Star 4900EX: 08V-417 (exterior lighting). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2007 Western Star 4900EX?

Owners report tires problems most often (1 reports), followed by engine and engine cooling (1). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 269,433 miles.

Are Western Star recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Western Star dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.