2014 WESTERN STAR 4800 — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
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Safety Rating
0
Owner Complaints
1
Recall
5
Service Bulletins
0
Investigations
Overview of the 2014 WESTERN STAR 4800
The 2014 WESTERN STAR 4800 has received a total of 0 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There has been 1 recall campaign affecting this vehicle, covering issues with POWER TRAIN:AXLE HUBS. 5 technical service bulletins have been issued by Daimler Trucks North America LLC for this model year.
Recalls for the 2014 WESTERN STAR 4800
NHTSA has recorded 1 recall for the 2014 WESTERN STAR 4800, potentially affecting up to 156 vehicles.
Recall 16V634000 — POWER TRAIN:AXLE HUBS
| 156 vehicles affected
Defect: Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain model year 2014-2017 Freightliner M2 Business Class, 108 SD, 114 SD, Cascadia, Coronado, Western Star 4700, 4800, and 5700 XE trucks manufactured March 15, 2013, to July 29, 2016 and equipped with Conmet aluminum non-high capacity hubs. These vehicles specify a front axle weight limit that may be greater than that...
Consequence: If a wheel separates from the axle, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
Remedy: DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front axle hubs, free of charge. The recall began during November 2016. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-718.
View full details →Owner Complaints for the 2014 WESTERN STAR 4800
No complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2014 WESTERN STAR 4800.
Safety Rating for the 2014 WESTERN STAR 4800
NHTSA has not yet tested the 2014 WESTERN STAR 4800 in its New Car Assessment Program.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2014 WESTERN STAR 4800
Daimler Trucks North America LLC has issued 5 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2014 WESTERN STAR 4800. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.
SBW60-027 — EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Service Bulletin for Guidelines for Cleaning and Disinfecting Cab Surfaces. The following guidelines are for cleaning and disinfecting commonly touched surfaces on the inside and outside of a vehicle. For best results, follow cleaning and disinfecting procedures fully and consistently. Ensure there is adequate ventilation when using chemicals. NOTICE: Wipe...
SS1034615 — EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Service Solution for Western Star Velvac Door Mirror Seal Curling. The rubber that is rolling back is actually a rubber tape. Originally, the mirrors did not have this tape. Velvac added the tape to address some whistling complaints from customers.
54-55 — EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
SBW5455 VIRTUAL TECHNICIAN RETROFIT
20-18 — EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
20-18 - Western Star 4800 and 4900 Radiator Mounting, Update?EPA10
0228-14 — ENGINE
0228-14 Engine Oil Leaks - Oil Dye Method
NHTSA Investigations for the 2014 WESTERN STAR 4800
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
Other Model Years of the WESTERN STAR 4800
- 2010 WESTERN STAR 4800 — 0 complaints
- 2011 WESTERN STAR 4800 — 0 complaints
- 2012 WESTERN STAR 4800 — 0 complaints
- 2013 WESTERN STAR 4800 — 0 complaints
- 2014 WESTERN STAR 4800 (current)
- 2015 WESTERN STAR 4800 — 0 complaints
- 2016 WESTERN STAR 4800 — 0 complaints
- 2017 WESTERN STAR 4800 — 0 complaints
- 2018 WESTERN STAR 4800 — 0 complaints
- 2019 WESTERN STAR 4800 — 0 complaints
Other WESTERN STAR Models
- WESTERN STAR 4900 — 26 total complaints
- WESTERN STAR 4700 — 10 total complaints
- WESTERN STAR 5700 — 7 total complaints
- WESTERN STAR WESTERN STAR — 7 total complaints
- WESTERN STAR CONSTELLATION — 5 total complaints
- WESTERN STAR 4900EX — 4 total complaints
- WESTERN STAR 4964 — 4 total complaints
- WESTERN STAR CONVENTIONAL — 4 total complaints