AI Damage2023 Western Star 57X: common problems
The maker issued 94 service bulletins for this year. Details by component below, with sources.
Key figures
- Technical service bulletins (TSB)
- 94
Components owners complain about
| Component | Owner complaints | involving a crash | Technical service bulletins (TSB) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 0 | 0 | 43 |
| Visibility | 0 | 0 | 19 |
| Electrical system | 0 | 0 | 13 |
| Exterior lighting | 0 | 0 | 12 |
| Powertrain | 0 | 0 | 10 |
| Steering | 0 | 0 | 5 |
| Equipment | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Engine and cooling | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Seats | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Suspension | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Wheels | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Other | 0 | 0 | 4 |
Comparison
What to check before buying
- Engine. Cold start, unusual noises, oil leaks and engine codes.
- Visibility. Wipers, mirrors, defrosters, cracked glass.
- Electrical system. Scan all modules, test the battery and alternator, inspect connectors near the impact zone.
- Exterior lighting. Headlamps, leveling, sensors and mounts after a frontal hit.
Manufacturer service bulletins
Bulletin titles as filed with NHTSA.
- Technical Service Bulletin for HVAC Stops Cooling
- Revised Technical Service Bulletin for DT12 Range Detent Diagnostic
- Service Solution for Progressive Low Voltage Disconnect Parameter Update
- Technical Service Bulletin for DT12 Range Detent Diagnostic
- CX Advocate for discolored coolant surge tanks (24CSA-20)
- Technical Service Bulletin for TufTrac M12 Bolts
- CX Advocate for Aftermarket Transmission Support
- Fleet Communications for TCM Fault 520970/7 – Clutch Unable to Open Fully
- Fleet Communications for New AMTcc - DTC 520970/7
Clutch Unable to Open Sufficiently
- CX Advocate for New AMTcc - DTC 520970/7
Clutch Unable to Open Sufficiently
- Technical Service Bulletin for Fixing Unintended Wiper Sweep
- CX Advocate for Plastic Opaque Surge Tank Staining
NHTSA lists 94 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 2023 Western Star 57X?
There are no owner complaints in the NHTSA data for this year; the data comes from 94 manufacturer service bulletins.
How many service bulletins (TSB) were issued for the 2023 Western Star 57X?
NHTSA lists 94 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 2023 Western Star 57X 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 2023 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.