VehicleVerdict

Western Star 4900ex years to avoid

Across 2003–2007, no single 4900ex year stands out as one to avoid by our thresholds. The 2007 drew the most complaints; 2004 the fewest.

4

Total complaints

3

Recall campaigns

2003–2007

Years covered

0

Years to avoid

Complaints by model year

Western Star 4900ex NHTSA complaints by model year2 complaints2003: 0 complaints2004: 0 complaints2006: 2 complaints2007: 2 complaints
Western Star 4900ex NHTSA complaints by model year. Red bars are years to avoid.

Every 4900ex year

YearComplaintsRecalls
200721
200621
200402
200301

Common questions

What is the best year for the Western Star 4900ex?

By complaint volume, 2004 has the cleanest NHTSA record among 4900ex years with enough data to compare.

How many recalls does the Western Star 4900ex have?

Across all model years, the 4900ex has 3 distinct NHTSA recall campaigns and 4 consumer complaints on file.

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.