Western-star 4800 2020
Vehicle Details: Recalls, Decoded VIN Details, Service Bulletins
Below you will find all available information on the 2020 WESTERN-STAR 4800, manufacturered by Western Star Trucks Inc.
The vehicle is described as a 8x8 Single-unit straight truck or Cab-Chassis (GVWR greater than 26,000 lbs.).
| Manufacturer | Known WMI(s) | Fuel Type |
|---|---|---|
| WESTERN-STAR | 2WK 2WL 2WM 3BJ 5KJ 5KK 5CK 3BJ 2WE 3BH 5CJ | Diesel |
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Where is the 2020 WESTERN-STAR 4800 produced?
- The 2020 WESTERN-STAR 4800 is produced in Portland Oregon, United States (usa).
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Are there recalls for the 2020 WESTERN-STAR 4800?
- There are 1 recall(s) for the 2020 WESTERN-STAR 4800, additional information is below.
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What is the GVWR of a 2020 WESTERN-STAR 4800?
- The 2020 WESTERN-STAR 4800 has a GVWR of Class 8: 33,001 lb and above (14,969 kg and above) lbs.
NHTSA Mandated Recalls
Bulletins
Bulletins are notices put out by manufacturers in conjunction with the NHTSA to notify the public of manufacturing issues or changes.
- CALWS83-001REV - 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 veh
- ICI21-030 - 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.
- CALWS83-001 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: 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
- SS1033094 - FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM:MANIFOLD PRESSURE (MAP) SENSOR: Service solution ss 1033094 kus float tube fuel level sensor inform...
- WSTCAE180-2020 - EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY: Portland truck plant paint changes
- WSTCAE172-2020 - EQUIPMENT: Tractor reflective devices
- WSTCAE171-2019 - EQUIPMENT: Allison fuelsense 2.0
- WSTCAE169-2018 - ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL:AUTOMATIC (ASC): Electronic stability control requirement for us and canadian tractors
- WP60-100 - EQUIPMENT: Updated western star parts technical bulletin for universal design floor mats. This bulletin replaces the version dated february 12, 2021. Information about parts notes in the paragon system have been added and the trimming instructions are
- SBW54-057 - EQUIPMENT: Western star service bulletin for powernet troubleshooting guide - batteries, path, alternator, and starter. When troubleshooting powernet issues, use the bct-460dtna powernet assessment tool. As of may 29, 2018, the autometer is the only d
- TechTalk8106 - EXTERIOR LIGHTING: Tech talk discussion on 2020 western star 4800 signal lights dim to start.
- 21OEM-06 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: Starting on november 23, 2020, diagnosticlink 8.13 (build 4527) was made available. Current subscribers of diagnosticlink 8.11 or 8.12 may upgrade to diagnosticlink 8.13 at no cost. All dtna service shops & oem locations are required to mai
- WP60-100 - EQUIPMENT: Western star parts technical bulletin for universal design floor mats. Universal floor mat designs fit multiple cab configurations and may require trimming. Trim lines displaying size options are scored into the pad side of the mat; use an
- ICI21-003 - EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL : Superseding letter to an important campaign information letter to announce a reimbursement available to dealers for travel to a customer's location to perform a recall or field service campaign. Potential travel reimbursement applies to dtn
- SBW35-018 - 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 11-1441
- SBW42-014 - BRAKES (PWS): Western star service bulletin for access to front brake zerk fittings. Certain vehicles with detroit front axles and meritor ex-l front air disc brakes do not have access to the front brake zerk fittings for lubrication.
- WP20-018R - POWER TRAIN: Revised warranty policy letter for alliance/mascot aftermarket warranty and claim filing. Revisions are in blue. With mascot now in partnership with detroit reman and alliance parts, dtna is pleased to announce that mascot coverage has been
- WP20-018 - EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY: Warranty policy letter for alliance/mascot aftermarket warranty and claim filing. With mascot now in partnership with detroit reman and alliance parts, dtna is pleased to announce that mascot coverage has been added to owl. Remanufactured a
- TechTalk7774 - EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY: Tech talk discussion on ss 1034711 hadley mirror
- 18SP736 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:FAN: Detroit diesel special publication informing about heavy duty friction style belt tensioner kit. This heavy duty friction style belt tensioner kit contains the belt tensioner and two m10 bolts to correctly pin the friction style belt tensio
- 20TS-03REV2 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: Revised technical service letter for dd heavy duty platform belt tensioner change. A newly designed, dual-arm friction shoe damping tensioner was implemented for the dd heavy duty platform. The revision includes additional information on re
- TechTalk7698 - EXTERIOR LIGHTING: Tech talk discussion on dim brake lights.
- TechTalk7679 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: Tech talk discussion on repair verification for codes like 'low air flow' when a trailer is not available.
- TechTalk4725 - EQUIPMENT: Tech talk discussion about power steering fluid.
- ICI20-022R - EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL : Revised letter is to announce a reimbursement available to dealers for travel to a customer's location to perform a recall or field service campaign. Potential travel reimbursement applies to dtna truck dealers and detroit diesel distributo
- ICI20-022 - EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL : Important campaign information letter announcing dealer travel for campaign performance. This letter is to announce a reimbursement available to dealers for travel to a customerÿ¿ÿ¿ÿ¿ÿ¢ÿ¿ÿ¿ÿ¿ÿ¿ÿ¿ÿ¿ÿ¿ÿ¿s location to p
- WI20-014 - EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL : Warranty information letter for owl and warranty manual improvement: sublets and travel time/distance. In the spirit of continuous improvement, dtna reviewed sublet-related policies and procedures. The goal was to improve language clarity a
- WI20-012 - EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL : Warranty information letter informing that to ensure that dtna policies and service network practices align, the warranty department will be revising the warranty manual.
- 20TS-05 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: Technical service letter for epa10, ghg14, ghg17 diesel particulate filter (dpf) compatibility. Note: this document supersedes 14 ts-25 and 15 ts-8. Detroit diesel has determined that some, diesel particulate filters (dpfs) are compatible i
- 20OEM-05 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: Oem and distributor announcement for diagnosticlink 8.12 (build 4527) was made available. All dtna service shops & oem locations are required to maintain the latest version of software on each of their stations.
- 20CSA-10 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: Customer service announcement informing that service pack (sp) 1 for diagnosticlinkÿ¿ÿ¿ÿ¿ÿ¿ÿ¿ÿ¿ÿ¿ÿ® 8.12 standard and professional is available to download from the detroit diesel server.
- TS1033768 - SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC: Training solution for western star front brake squeal - burnishing procedure. The brake burnishing procedure can be used to help reduce brake related noise or imbalance concerns which may occur in the field.
- 20CSA-09 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: Customer service announcement for diagnosticlink software update reminder. Due to various software changes and fixes, vehicles will require diagnosticlink 8.12 to perform functional programming. Failure to use this version may cause errors,
- SBW60-027 - EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL : Service bulletin for guidelines for cleaning and disinfecting cab surfaces. The following guidelines are for cleaning and disinfecting commonly touched surfaces on the inside and outside of a vehicle. For best results, follow cleaning and d
- TS1033014 - EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY: Training solutions for fuel leak found at high pressure fuel pump weep hole for heavy duty dd engines. Occasionally we see trucks come in with fuel leaking from the high pressure fuel pump weep hole. This is not a defect in the pump and fur
- SBW31-016 - EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY: Western star bulletin for non-airliner rear suspension crossmember fastener change. With the start of production on march 2, 2020, the fasteners used to assemble the non-airliner rear suspension (bogie) crossmember have changed. The rear su
- 20OEM-04 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: Oem and distributor announcement for running change to acm software for my2020. There is an upcoming running change (rc1) for acm software that will be installed when oems or distributors program with diagnosticlink. The hardware part numbe
- 20CSA-08 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: Customer service announcement for release of diagnosticlink 8.12. On wednesday, june 10, 2020, diagnosticlink 8.12 will be made available for download from the ordering system. Current subscribers of diagnosticlink 8.Xx can upgrade to diagn
- 20TS-03REV - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: Revised technical service letter for dd heavy duty platform belt tensioner change. A newly designed, dual-arm friction shoe damping tensioner was implemented for the dd heavy duty platform.
- WI20-009 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: Warranty information letter for a warranty service replacement engine program clarification. Detroit established the warranty service replacement engine program to support an unrepairable catastrophic engine failure due to manufacturing def
- SS1034711 - VISIBILITY:REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES: Service solution for hadley upper mirror glass vibration. The following suggestions are not guaranteed to eliminate or fix the hadley mirror vibration concern. We have had mixed results in field-testing. In some cases, these solutions elimi
- 20TS-03 - EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY: Technical service letter for dd heavy duty platform belt tensioner change. A newly designed, dual-arm friction shoe damping tensioner was implemented for the dd heavy duty platform.
- SBW72-008REV - STRUCTURE: Service bulletin for window regulator retrofit. The bulletin dated december 4, 2019 has been revised to include 4800 models. Beginning 04/01/2019 western star cab doors were updated to a new style regulator and window. When replacing an old
- WI20-008 - EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL : Warranty information letter for warranty training online. Dtna is pleased to announce the release of new warranty-related training videos. The videos provide warranty content in short instructional videos that are available on demand throug
- WP20-007 - EQUIPMENT: Warranty policy letter for chassis progressive damage policy change. Effective for repair orders opened on or after april 27, 2020, if an authorized service location installed a part which later has a warrantable failure, progressive damage
- WP20-006 - EQUIPMENT: Warranty policy letter for handling for authorized service location part transfers. To promote 24-hour throughput and maximum efficiency, dtna is adjusting multiple handling policies: launching a new handling allowance for parts ordered fr
- WP20-005 - EQUIPMENT: Warranty policy letter for handling change: over the counter aftermarket parts replacement program. Dtna is pleased to announce that handling will increase to 33% for misc. Replacement part type claims filed under the over the counter (otc)
- WI20-004 - EQUIPMENT: Warranty information letter for warranty long block program change. The detroit reman long block program has expanded. The expansion reduces complexity in ordering reman engines and promotes stocking reman engines to meet uptime commitments
- 20CSA-04 - EQUIPMENT: Customer service announcement saying that service pack (sp) 3 for diagnosticlinkÿ® 8.11 standard and professional will be available for download from the detroit diesel server.
- 03.2020 Campaign - EQUIPMENT: Open recall and field service campaigns report send out to dealers, general managers, service managers and warranty managers.
- WP20-002 - EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL : Warranty policy letter explaining the warranty department is aligning with the frame rail repair policy, published in dtna workshop manuals, which states that there are very few cases in which welding a heat-treated frame rail is allowed. T
- 20TS-02 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: Technical service letter for dd platform heavy duty, metal in the oil and oil filter. Some engine component failures can cause metallic debris to circulate throughout the engine lubrication system. Although the oil filter will capture most
- 20CSA-03 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE: Customer service announcement saying that service pack (sp) 2 for diagnostic link 8.11 standard and professional will be available for download from the detroit diesel server.
- 02.2020 Campaign - EQUIPMENT: Open recall and field service campaigns report send out to dealers, general managers, service managers and warranty managers
- SS1034179 - EQUIPMENT: Service solution on western star speedometers. For certain speedometers the speedometer may drop out or the odometer may reset to zero.
- SBW54-061 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Service bulletin for guidelines for repairing or replacing an electrical harness. Use the guidelines in this bulletin to determine if a damaged electrical harness should be repaired or replaced.
- WP20-001REV - LANE DEPARTURE: Revision to a warranty policy letter announcing the one stop supplier extended program launch. The one stop supplier extended program streamlines the claim filing process because with one stop supplier extended, the service network will fil
- 20CSA-02 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Customer service announcement reminding service locations to update their diagnosticlink software. To maintain access to the detroit server, all diagnosticlink computers must be updated with the current version of diagnosticlink software. A
- 20CSA-01 - EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL : Customer service announcement for a policy change regarding detroit service information bulletins (sibs) will now have a 60-day expiration, starting on the release day of the bulletin. The intent of a sib is to notify the service network of
- SS1034615 - EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY: Service solution for western star velvac door mirror seal curling. The rubber that is rolling back is actually a rubber tape. Originally, the mirrors did not have this tape. Velvac added the tape to address some whistling complaints from cu
- SS1034621 - SUSPENSION: Service solution for western star vehicles equipped with hendrickson airtek axles experiencing a harsh ride.
- WP20-001 - LANE DEPARTURE: Warranty policy letter announcing the one stop supplier extended program launch. The one stop supplier extended program streamlines the claim filing process because with one stop supplier extended, the service network will file claims for s
- SBW83-020 - VISIBILITY: Service bulletin on a/c system receiver-drier replacement guidelines.
- 17TS-12REV - EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY: Technical service letter for ghg17 heavy duty engine platform 1-box aftertreatment system (ats) wire harness experiencing chaffing caused by vibration and dirt collecting in the harness conduit.
- WI19-022 - EQUIPMENT: Warranty information letter announcing detroit nox sensor circuit improvements for ghg17 after treatment systems
- SS1034577 - EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY: Service solution to address wst cab drone / vibration / tapping under acceleration for vehicles w/eaton manual trans.
- SS1034579 - EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY: Service solution for prematurely failing coolers on wst models equipped with allison transmissions and rocore transmission coolers (07-23256-001) with tow pin front x-member. Part number 07-25266-000 is a direct replacement of the failing c
- SB98-015 - EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY: Service bulletin for paint finish standards. Delfleet one has been added for aftermarket use. This version replaces service bulletin dated may 5, 2017.
- WP19-019 - EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL : Warranty policy letter announcing service locations have 90 calendar days from delivery to open a repair order which identifies and addresses discrepancies from the sales order.
- SS1034499 - EQUIPMENT: Service solution on failing rx modules in western star vehicles.
- CAL_WS_42001 - EQUIPMENT: Customer advisory letter for wabco hp air dryer turbo cut-off valve replacement.
- SBW98-1 - STRUCTURE: Service bulletin updating the important information section and adding instructions for proper visual inspection distance for paint finish standards.
- 19-018WI - EQUIPMENT: Warranty information letter for coverage validation
- 19-016WP - EQUIPMENT: Warranty policy letter- hold disposition for parts has been eliminated
- 19TS-4REV - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: Technical service letter revision on heavy duty coolant oil module and oil filter change. Older modules will not be compatible with newer module.
- 19TL-20 - EQUIPMENT: Tool letter for davco shop pro fxp 95-230v compatible for australia electrical systems.
- 19TL-19 - EQUIPMENT: Tool letter for davco shop pro fxp 95-230v compatible for chile and italy electrical systems
- 19-015WP - EQUIPMENT: Warranty policy letter- to assist customers and the service network regarding the aftermarket parts limited parts warranty (parts warranty).
- 19CSA-16 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: Customer service announcement that eparts is being retired and that partspro should be used instead for detroit engine parts information.
- 17TS9 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: Technical service letter communicating that information on dd heavy duty platform belt and belt tensioner can be found on techlit.
- P&SSep2019 - EQUIPMENT: Parts and service committee meeting minutes
- DOC-1034500 - EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER: Service solution to fix ac cooling performance due to improper hvac function.
- 19TL-15 - EQUIPMENT: Tool letter for icc5 programming cable
- WP19-014 - EQUIPMENT: Warranty policy change for delivery-related changes: electronic proof of delivery and loose component claim filing
- SBW54-073 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Service bulletin for powernet distribution box functional changes
- SB47-015 - FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE: Service bulletin for equiflo fuel system breather tube inspection
NHTSA decoded information from VIN
1 Results returned successfully. NOTE: Any missing decoded values should be interpreted as NHTSA does not have data on the specific variable. Missing value should NOT be interpreted as an indication that a feature or technology is unavailable for a vehicle.
| Variable | Value |
|---|---|
| Axle Configuration | SBA - Set-Back Axle |
| Body Cab Type | MDHD: Conventional |
| Body Class | Truck |
| Brake System Type | Air |
| DisplacementCC | 12800.0 |
| DisplacementCI | 781.10392441257 |
| DisplacementL | 12.8 |
| Drive Type | 8x8 |
| Engine Configuration | In-Line |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 |
| Engine Manufacturer | Detroit |
| Engine Model | Diesel DD13 |
| Error Text | 0 - VIN decoded clean. Check Digit (9th position) is correct |
| Fuel Type Primary | Diesel |
| GVWR | Class 8: 33,001 lb and above (14,969 kg and above) |
| Make | WESTERN STAR |
| MakeID | 4512 |
| Manufacturer | DAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA LLC |
| Manufacturer Id | 1024 |
| Model | 4800 |
| ModelID | 9575 |
| Model Year | 2020 |
| NCSA Body Type | Single-unit straight truck or Cab-Chassis (GVWR greater than 26,000 lbs.) |
| NCSA Make | Other Make |
| NCSA Model | Western Star |
| Plant City | PORTLAND |
| Plant Country | UNITED STATES (USA) |
| Plant State | OREGON |
| VIN | 5KKCBBDVXLPLV9147 |
| Vehicle Descriptor | 5KKCBBDV*LP |
| Vehicle Type | INCOMPLETE VEHICLE |
Latest VINs Decoded for this Manufacturer
| VIN | Year | Model | Manufactured In |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5KKMBBDV6LPLG2868 | 2020 | 4800 | PORTLAND OREGON, UNITED STATES (USA) |
| 5KKCBBDVXLPLV9147 | 2020 | 4800 | PORTLAND OREGON, UNITED STATES (USA) |
| 5KKKBBDV8LPLW5802 | 2020 | 4800 | PORTLAND OREGON, UNITED STATES (USA) |
| 5KKKBBDV3LPLU6719 | 2020 | 4800 | PORTLAND OREGON, UNITED STATES (USA) |
| 5KKSBBDV7LPLA1200 | 2020 | 4800 | PORTLAND OREGON, UNITED STATES (USA) |
| 2WKPBCC06LK927708 | 2020 | 4800 | KELOWNA BRITISH COLUMBIA, CANADA |
| 2WLPBCC08LK926958 | 2020 | 4800 | KELOWNA BRITISH COLUMBIA, CANADA |