Western Star 4700 Recalls in Canada
The Western Star 4700 has 160 recall campaigns on Transport Canada's federal record (all model years), led by brakes issues with 38 campaigns. Recall repairs are free at any Western Star dealer — check your exact VIN below.
Source: Transport Canada Vehicle Recalls Database · Updated 2026-06-11
Most-affected systems
Most recent campaigns
2023-04-05Steering: Issue: 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
2023-04-05Steering: Issue: 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
2023-02-14Lights And Instruments: Issue: 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 l
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FAQ
How many recalls does the Western Star 4700 have in Canada?
160 recall campaigns are on Transport Canada's federal Vehicle Recalls Database for the Western Star 4700 (all model years since 1975, tires and child seats excluded). The most-affected system is brakes with 38 campaigns.
How do I check if a specific Western Star 4700 has an open recall in Canada?
Recall campaigns apply to specific VIN ranges. Decode the VIN free at CarWhere to confirm the exact year and build, then check the VIN in Transport Canada's motor vehicle safety recall tool or with any Western Star dealer — recall repairs are free.
Are Canadian and US recalls the same?
Often parallel but not identical — Canadian campaigns are issued through Transport Canada, US campaigns through NHTSA, and timing or scope can differ. For a vehicle imported from the USA, check both records; the CarWhere $9.99 Full VIN Report covers the US federal record (recalls, complaints, service bulletins) for any US-market VIN.