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2023 Western Star 49X recalls

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Recalls on record for a 2023 Western Star 49X

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Note: This lookup is by make, model and year, so it lists every recall issued for that vehicle — not all of which will apply to your exact build. A dealer can confirm what is outstanding on your VIN in a minute.

15 current recalls

Brakes

Transport Canada recall 2026428 · manufacturer campaign F1039

9 September 2026

Transport Canada lists: Cascadia 2020–2023 · 49X 2020–2023

What is wrong

On a small number of trucks, the recall repairs completed by an DTNA service facility during recalls FL958 and FL966 (Transport Canada recall nos. 2022-626 and 2023-051) may not be effective. As a result, another repair is required. On certain trucks, a software problem may not detect corrosion to the brake modulator valves. As a result, the brakes on one wheel could fully apply during automatic braking. If this happens, there could be a brake pull that can cause the truck to change direction. Note: This problem doesn't affect the service brakes.

Why it matters

A brake pull that causes the vehicle to change direction suddenly can increase the risk of crash.

What the dealer will do

Daimler Truck North America (DTNA) will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your truck to a DTNA authorized service facility to inspect, and if necessary, replace the brake modulator valves. The service facility will also update the vehicle software.

7 vehicles affected in CanadaTruck - Med. & H.D.Safety Mfr

Electrical

Transport Canada recall 2026054 · manufacturer campaign F1029

11 February 2026

Transport Canada lists: 47X 2021–2027 · 49X 2021–2027

What is wrong

On certain trucks, the recall repairs completed by a Daimler Truck North America (DTNA) dealer during recall F1020 (Transport Canada recall no. 2025-269) may not be effective. As a result, a second repair is required. On certain trucks, the stud on the frame that connects the battery and/or auxiliary power distribution to the starter may not have been installed properly. As a result, there could be a short circuit, and the wiring could overheat and melt. Note: This recall replaces Transport Canada recall no. 2025-269. Vehicles that were repaired under that recall also require this repair.

Why it matters

A short circuit and/or wiring that overheats and melts can create the risk of a fire.

What the dealer will do

Daimler Truck North America (DTNA) will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your truck to a DTNA authorized service facility to remove the stud and relocate the jump start connection.

9,951 vehicles affected in CanadaTruck - Med. & H.D.Safety Mfr

Suspension

Transport Canada recall 2025610 · manufacturer campaign F1027

4 November 2025

Transport Canada lists: 108SD 2021–2026 · 114SD 2021–2026 · 122SD 2021–2026 · Business Class M2 2021–2026 · and 2 more

What is wrong

On certain trucks, the fasteners for the axle clamp(s) may not have been tightened properly. As a result, the clamps could loosen. If this happens, the axle could move and cause a loss of steering control. Note: This recall only affects certain trucks equipped with a TufTrac Gen 2 suspension.

Why it matters

A loss of steering control could create the risk of a crash.

What the dealer will do

Daimler Truck North America (DTNA) will notify the owners by mail and advise you to take your truck to a DTNA authorized service facility to inspect and tighten the axle clamp fasteners. The axle clamp castings will be replaced, as necessary.

2,464 vehicles affected in CanadaTruck - Med. & H.D.Safety Mfr

Electrical

Transport Canada recall 2025269 · manufacturer campaign F1020

19 May 2025

Transport Canada lists: 47X 2022–2026 · 49X 2020–2026

What is wrong

On certain trucks, the stud on the frame that connects the battery and/or auxiliary power distribution to the starter may not have been installed properly. As a result, there could be a short circuit, and the wiring could overheat and melt.

Why it matters

A short circuit and/or wiring that overheats and melts can create the risk of a fire.

What the dealer will do

Daimler Truck North America (DTNA) will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your truck to a DTNA authorized service facility to inspect and, if necessary, replace the cables and hardware.

8,565 vehicles affected in CanadaTruck - Med. & H.D.Safety Mfr

Lights And Instruments

Transport Canada recall 2024510 · manufacturer campaign F1009

10 September 2024

Transport Canada lists: 108SD 2022–2025 · 114SD 2022–2025 · Business Class M2 2022–2025 · 47X 2022–2025 · and 2 more

What is wrong

On certain trucks, a software problem could cause the brake lights not to work when the brakes are automatically applied during emergency braking.

Why it matters

Brake lights that don't work could cause others not to recognize when a vehicle is braking. This could increase the risk of a crash.

What the dealer will do

Daimler Truck North America (DTNA) will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your truck to a DTNA authorized service facility to update the active brake assist (ABA) software.

451 vehicles affected in CanadaTruck - Med. & H.D.Safety Mfr

Steering

Transport Canada recall 2023206 · manufacturer campaign FL-970

5 April 2023

Transport Canada lists: 114SD 2022–2023 · Business Class M2 2022–2023 · Cascadia 2022–2023 · MT 2022–2023 · and 4 more

What is wrong

On certain trucks, the cotter pin may be missing from the tie rod castle nut on the front steer axle. As a result, the nut could loosen. If this happens, the tie rod could detach from the steering arm and cause a loss of steering control.

Why it matters

A loss of steering control could create the risk of a crash.

What the dealer will do

Daimler Truck North America (DTNA) will notify owners by mail. The corrective actions for this recall are under development.

49 vehicles affected in CanadaTruck - Med. & H.D.Safety Mfr

Lights And Instruments

Transport Canada recall 2023060 · manufacturer campaign FL-965

14 February 2023

Transport Canada lists: Business Class M2 2022–2024 · Cascadia 2022–2024 · 47X 2022–2024 · 4700 2022–2024 · and 1 more

What is wrong

On certain trucks, the tail lamps do not turn on when the daytime running lamps (DRLs) are on. Canadian regulations require that, if a vehicle has dash backlighting, the low beam headlamps and tail lamps must automatically switch on when it is dark or the tail lamps must stay on at all times.

Why it matters

Driving without tail lamps in low light conditions could make the truck less visible and increase the risk of a crash.

What the dealer will do

Daimler Truck North America (DTNA) will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your truck to a DTNA authorized service facility to update the parameters for the lighting system. For Western Star 4700 ZODIAC models, the service facility will replace or modify the wiring harness.

396 vehicles affected in CanadaTruck - Med. & H.D.Compliance Mfr

Brakes

Transport Canada recall 2023051 · manufacturer campaign FL-966

10 February 2023

Transport Canada lists: Cascadia 2017–2023 · 47X 2017–2023 · 49X 2017–2023

What is wrong

On certain trucks, the brake modulator valves could corrode. As a result, the brakes on one wheel could fully apply when the roll stability control system activates. If this happens, there could be a brake pull that can cause the truck to change direction. Note: This problem does not affect the service brakes.

Why it matters

A brake pull that causes the vehicle to change direction suddenly can increase the risk of crash.

What the dealer will do

Daimler Truck North America (DTNA) will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your truck to a DTNA authorized service facility to inspect, and if necessary, replace the brake modulator valves.

20,527 vehicles affected in CanadaTruck - Med. & H.D.Safety Mfr

Lights And Instruments

Transport Canada recall 2023028 · manufacturer campaign FL-963

27 January 2023

Transport Canada lists: 47X 2022–2024 · 49X 2022–2024 · 57X 2022–2024

What is wrong

On certain trucks, the daytime running lamps (DRLs) may not be bright enough to meet Canadian regulations. Note: This recall only affects trucks equipped with LED headlamps.

Why it matters

Daytime running lamps that aren't bright enough could make the truck less visible to others and increase the risk of a crash.

What the dealer will do

Daimler Truck North America (DTNA) will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your truck to a DTNA authorized service facility to update the vehicle software.

1,736 vehicles affected in CanadaTruck - Med. & H.D.Compliance Mfr

Brakes

Transport Canada recall 2022626 · manufacturer campaign FL-958

1 November 2022

Transport Canada lists: Cascadia 2017–2023 · 47X 2017–2023 · 49X 2017–2023

What is wrong

On certain trucks, the brake modulator valves could corrode. As a result, the brakes on one wheel could fully apply during an adaptive cruise control braking event. If this happens, there could be a brake pull that can cause the truck to change direction. Note: This problem does not affect the regular service brakes.

Why it matters

A brake pull that causes the vehicle to change direction suddenly can increase the risk of crash.

What the dealer will do

Daimler Truck North America (DTNA) will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your truck to a DTNA authorized service facility to inspect, and if necessary, replace the brake modulator valves.

7,140 vehicles affected in CanadaTruck - Med. & H.D.Safety Mfr

Steering

Transport Canada recall 2022546 · manufacturer campaign FL-955

28 September 2022

Transport Canada lists: 108SD 2023 · 114SD 2023 · 47X 2023 · 4700 2023 · and 1 more

What is wrong

On certain trucks, the tie rod end clamps could crack and loosen. If this happens, the threads on the tie rod end could become damaged and the tie rod end could separate. This could cause a loss of steering control.

Why it matters

A loss of steering control could create the risk of a crash.

What the dealer will do

Daimler Truck North America (DTNA) will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your truck to a DTNA authorized service facility to replace both tie rod end clamps.

77 vehicles affected in CanadaTruck - Med. & H.D.Safety Mfr

Steering

Transport Canada recall 2022513 · manufacturer campaign FL-952

12 September 2022

Transport Canada lists: 47X 2022–2023 · 49X 2022–2023

What is wrong

On certain trucks, a bolt for the lower joint on the steering shaft may not have been installed correctly. As a result, the joint could disconnect and cause a loss of steering.

Why it matters

A loss of steering control could create the risk of a crash.

What the dealer will do

Daimler Truck North America (DTNA) will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your truck to a DTNA authorized service facility to inspect the lower joint on the steering shaft, and if necessary, re-install the pinch bolt.

53 vehicles affected in CanadaTruck - Med. & H.D.Safety Mfr

Structure

Transport Canada recall 2022483 · manufacturer campaign FL-951

29 August 2022

Transport Canada lists: 47X 2020–2023 · 49X 2020–2023

What is wrong

On certain trucks, the stainless steel cover(s) on the hood bezel(s) may not be properly attached. As a result, a bezel cover could detach from the truck while driving.

Why it matters

A metal cover that detaches from the truck could create a road hazard for others and increase the risk of a crash.

What the dealer will do

Daimler Truck North America (DTNA) will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your truck to a DTNA authorized service facility to replace the hood bezel covers.

1,944 vehicles affected in CanadaTruck - Med. & H.D.Safety Mfr

Engine

Transport Canada recall 2022413 · manufacturer campaign FL-949 (Non-SB)

29 July 2022

Transport Canada lists: 108SD 2023 · 114SD 2023 · Business Class M2 2023 · Cascadia 2023 · and 4 more

What is wrong

On certain trucks, a problem in the engine control module (ECM) could cause a short circuit. If this happens, the engine could stall and you may not be able to restart it.

Why it matters

A sudden loss of engine power could increase the risk of a crash.

What the dealer will do

Cummins will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your truck to a Cummins authorized service center to replace the engine control module.

99 vehicles affected in CanadaTruck - Med. & H.D.Safety Mfr

Structure

Transport Canada recall 2022171 · manufacturer campaign FL-925

7 April 2022

Transport Canada lists: 47X 2020–2023 · 49X 2020–2023

What is wrong

On certain trucks, the stainless steel cover for the side air-intake on the hood may not be properly attached. As a result, the intake cover could detach from the truck while driving.

Why it matters

An air-intake cover that detaches from the truck could create a hazard for other drivers and nearby people, and could increase the risk of a crash.

What the dealer will do

Daimler Truck North America (DTNA) will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your truck to a DTNA authorized service facility to replace the side air-intake cover on the hood.

893 vehicles affected in CanadaTruck - Med. & H.D.Safety Mfr

Source: Vehicle recalls — Transport Canada. Data current as of 17 September 2026. 17,981 recalls, refreshed daily from Transport Canada’s 60-day feed. CarMonitor is not affiliated with Transport Canada or any manufacturer.