2000 Western Star 4900 recalls and problems
The 2000 Western Star 4900 has 3 safety recalls. Recall repairs are free at any Western Star dealer.
Recalls may cover only some 2000 Western Star 4900 vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.
2000 Western Star 4900 recalls
Recall 03V-112: Suspension
Problem: On certain trucks equipped with truck hub units manufactured by skf exclusively for use on arvinmeritor's ff98x series non-drive steer axles, the hub unit bearings can wear prematurely.
Risk: Seizure of the bearings can cause wheel separation or wheel end fire.
Fix: Dealers will replace both front hubs. Owner notification is expected to begin on or before september 20, 2003. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact freightliner at 1-800-547-0712.
Recall 01V-387: Electrical System
Problem: On certain trucks equipped with caterpillar 3406e and c-15 engines, interference between the positive battery cable and stud mounting electronic control module (Ecm) to the engine exists. Chafing can wear through the battery cable insulation to allow contact between the battery cable and the stud.
Risk: This contact could provide a short circuit, which may cause a fire.
Fix: Dealers will inspect the vehicles and the battery cables will be replaced and/or re-routed as necessary. Owner notification began april 18, 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact freightliner at 1-800-547-0712.
Recall 01V-167: Suspension
Problem: Vehicle description: heavy duty trucks equipped with chalmers 1000 and 800 series suspension kits. These suspension kits may have insufficient penetration of the weld attaching the torque rod eye to the torque rod tube.
Risk: Failure of the weld could result in separation of the eye and tube, causing a lock of axle retention, which could result in loss of vehicle control.
Fix: Dealers will replace all chalmers fixed torque rods on these vehicles. Owner notification began march 14, 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact freightliner at 1-800-547-0712.
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Frequently asked questions
Does the 2000 Western Star 4900 have any recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2000 Western Star 4900: 03V-112 (suspension), 01V-387 (electrical system), 01V-167 (suspension). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
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.