AI Damage2019 Western Star 47X: common problems
The maker issued 14 service bulletins for this year. Details by component below, with sources.
Key figures
- Technical service bulletins (TSB)
- 14
Components owners complain about
| Component | Owner complaints | involving a crash | Technical service bulletins (TSB) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 0 | 0 | 7 |
| Exterior lighting | 0 | 0 | 4 |
| Visibility | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| Electrical system | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Equipment | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Powertrain | 0 | 0 | 1 |
Comparison
What to check before buying
- Engine. Cold start, unusual noises, oil leaks and engine codes.
- Exterior lighting. Headlamps, leveling, sensors and mounts after a frontal hit.
- Visibility. Wipers, mirrors, defrosters, cracked glass.
- Electrical system. Scan all modules, test the battery and alternator, inspect connectors near the impact zone.
Manufacturer service bulletins
Bulletin titles as filed with NHTSA.
- CX Advocate for NOx conversion low faults
- Service Solution for 47X PTO Mode Delay for Split Shaft PTO
- Service Solution for X-Series intermittent no-start and CPC not configured message
- Revised Field Service Campaign for Western Star Heated Headlight Parameters
- Important Campaign Information letter for SF698 – Third Revised Bulletin
- CX Advocate for NOx conversion low faults
Update to CXA 6_24_NOx submission.
- CX Advocate communication for clutch bolts
- CX Advocate communication for NOx conversion low faults
- Customer letter regarding variable speed water pump
- Service Solution for 47X & 49X Headlamp Marker Light Strobing or Flickering
- Field Service Campaign for Common Telematics Platform Software Update
NHTSA lists 14 bulletins for this year; the 12 newest are shown here.
Other years of this model
Questions and answers
What are the most common problems with the 2019 Western Star 47X?
There are no owner complaints in the NHTSA data for this year; the data comes from 14 manufacturer service bulletins.
How many service bulletins (TSB) were issued for the 2019 Western Star 47X?
NHTSA lists 14 manufacturer service bulletins for this year. A bulletin tells dealers how to diagnose or fix a known issue; it is not a recall.
Should I buy a 2019 Western Star 47X from a US auction?
Owner complaints describe defects, not crash damage. Before bidding, check the components listed above and review the lot photos: VinWind builds a report of visible and hidden damage by VIN.
Other 2019 models
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Sources: public NHTSA data (USA): service bulletins and owner complaints; YouTube: links to videos credited to their authors. Complaints are owner statements not verified by NHTSA, and describe defects rather than crash damage. Data updated 2026-11-04.