2027 Western Star 47X recalls (1)
1 NHTSA safety recall covers the 2027 Western Star 47X. Every recall repair is free at any Western Star dealer.
Is yours affected? Recalls cover ranges of VINs, not every 2027 Western Star 47X. Check your 47X by VIN and confirm open recalls at NHTSA.gov.
Every 2027 Western Star 47X recall
Each campaign as NHTSA published it: what is wrong, what can happen, and the fix. Newest first.
Electrical System · NHTSA 26V079000
- 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.
- Risk
- A short circuit increases the risk of a fire.
- 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.
2027 Western Star 47X complaints and service bulletins
Western Star has issued at least 23 technical service bulletins (repair instructions to dealers) for this model year. Complaints are unverified owner reports; a recall is the manufacturer’s admission of a safety defect.
Service bulletins by component
- Power Train (6)
- Unknown Or Other (4)
- Exterior Lighting (3)
- Service Brakes (3)
- Electrical System (2)
- Suspension (2)
Read Western Star 47X owner complaints and bulletins, every year
Check your 47X by VIN
Not every 2027 Western Star 47X is in every recall. Enter your 17-character VIN to see the recalls on record for your exact vehicle, then confirm which are still open at NHTSA.gov or with any Western Star dealer.