Freightliner Western Star years to avoid
Across 2004–2012, no single Western Star year stands out as one to avoid by our thresholds. The 2012 drew the most complaints; 2012 the fewest.
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Total complaints
4
Recall campaigns
2004–2012
Years covered
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Years to avoid
Every Western Star year
Common questions
What is the best year for the Freightliner Western Star?
By complaint volume, 2012 has the cleanest NHTSA record among Western Star years with enough data to compare.
How many recalls does the Freightliner Western Star have?
Across all model years, the Western Star has 4 distinct NHTSA recall campaigns and 0 consumer complaints on file.
Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.
Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.