No complaints are listed for the 2008 Western Star 4800. NHTSA's API and bulk file list none in this build.
Data build 2026-10-09.
NHTSA lists this vehicle as WESTERN STAR 4800.
Complaints per 100k sold unavailable. No sales source is available for this record.
Model-generated complaint tags: No complaints are listed for tagging.
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12 manufacturer communications.
| System | Count |
|---|---|
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 4 |
| VISIBILITY | 3 |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 2 |
| EQUIPMENT | 2 |
| SUSPENSION | 2 |
| EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY | 1 |
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE | 1 |
| POWER TRAIN | 1 |
Date: 2021-12-09. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: VISIBILITY.
HVAC Actuator Wiring Harness. Revision History: Service kit part number changed from RDH RD5 17147 0 to WWS RD-3-9069-0 on 12/9/21. The wiring harness of the actuator of the fresh air recirculation door, shown in Fig. 1, on Western Star vehicles equipped with Red Dot HVAC systems should be inspected
Date: 2021-10-18. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: VISIBILITY.
SF626 Western Star Window Replacement Inspection Notification. This letter is to inform you that Field Service Campaign SF626 Western Star Window Replacement Inspection Notification campaign was released.
Date: 2021-09-10. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, VISIBILITY.
Customer Advisory Letter for HVAC Actuator Wiring Harness. The wiring harness of the actuator of the fresh air recirculation door, shown in Fig. 1, on Western Star vehicles equipped with Red Dot HVAC systems should be inspected for signs of water intrusion and corrosion.
Date: 2020-12-17. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: POWER TRAIN.
Western Star Service Bulletin for Axle Flange Gasket Replaced with O-Ring. Daimler Trucks North America has released a new axle shaft to hub rubber O-ring (part number 11-30728-000) as a replacement for the paper gasket (part number 11-14418-000). The new O-ring will provide better sealing and is re
Date: 2020-09-03. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING, EQUIPMENT.
Tech Talk discussion on 60 Series surge during regen.
Date: 2020-01-21. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING, EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY.
Technical Service Letter for DDC Series 60 engines concerning Series 60 Cylinder Head Resurfacing/Finish. Detroit Diesel does not recommend third party resurfacing of Series 60 cylinder heads (outside of Detroit and Detroit Reman).
Date: 2020-01-20. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: SUSPENSION.
Service Solution for Western Star vehicles equipped with Hendrickson AIRTEK Axles experiencing a Harsh Ride.
Date: 2019-10-25. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING.
Technical Service Letter communicating that information on DD Heavy Duty Platform Belt and Belt Tensioner can be found on TechLit.
Date: 2019-09-27. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING, EQUIPMENT.
Tool Letter for ICC5 Programming Cable
Date: 2019-08-06. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
Service Bulletin provided to customers regarding installation of a new MCM 21-pin jumper harness.
None listed.
| NHTSA model label | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 4800 | 0 |
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