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2011 Western Star Constellation problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 3 complaints on file for the 2011 Western Star Constellation — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but one recall campaign applies to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

3

NHTSA complaints

1

Recalls

0

Investigations

0

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

0

Injuries

0

Deaths

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NCAP overall

How does 2011 compare to other Constellation years?

Constellation NHTSA complaints by model year, 2011 highlighted3 complaints1995: 0 complaints1996: 0 complaints1997: 0 complaints1999: 1 complaints2001: 1 complaints2009: 0 complaints2010: 0 complaints2011: 3 complaints2012: 0 complaints
Constellation NHTSA complaints by model year, 2011 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2011 Western Star Constellation problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Electrical System133%
Lighting133%
Body & Structure133%

Does the 2011 Western Star Constellation have recalls?

1 NHTSA recall campaign on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

11V330000Electrical SystemJune 21, 2011 · 48,170 units

Defect

DTNA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2008-2012 FREIGHTLINER; CASCADIA, CENTURY CLASS, COLUMBIA, AND CORONADO, CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2008-2009 STERLING; A-LINE AND L-LINE AND CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2009-2012 WESTERN STAR CONSTELLATION VEHICLES, MANUFACTURED FROM JANUARY 14, 2008, THROUGH JUNE 15, 2011, BUILT WITH DETROIT DIESEL 15 OR 16 ENGINES. THE BOLT ATTACHING A RUBBER ISOLATOR TO A SUPPORT BRACKET MAY BECOME LOOSE AND BACK OUT, POTENTIALLY CONTACTING AN UN-FUSED STARTER CABLE AND CREATING A SHORT CIRCUIT.

Consequence

A SHORT CIRCUIT BETWEEN AN UN-FUSED BATTERY CABLE AND CHASSIS GROUND COULD RESULT IN A VEHICLE FIRE.

Remedy

DEALERS WILL INSTALL A NEW BOLT AND ISOLATOR AND REPAIR THE RECREATIONAL VEHICLES FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON DECEMBER 21, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DTNA AT 1-800-547-0712.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“VIDEO ON YOUTUBE. HEADLIGHT CIRCUITRY SHORTED OUT. ADAPTIVE HEADLIGHTS NEED REPLACING ON MY 2011 LINCOLN MKS @ UNSAFE TO DRIVE AT NIGHT WITH MINIMAL LIGHTING. CAR WAS PARKED ST MY RESIDENCE.”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · February 3, 2018

“VIDEO ON YOUTUBE. HEADLIGHT CIRCUITRY SHORTED OUT. ADAPTIVE HEADLIGHTS NEED REPLACING ON MY 2011 LINCOLN MKS @ UNSAFE TO DRIVE AT NIGHT WITH MINIMAL LIGHTING. CAR WAS PARKED ST MY RESIDENCE.”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Lighting · February 3, 2018

“VIDEO ON YOUTUBE. HEADLIGHT CIRCUITRY SHORTED OUT. ADAPTIVE HEADLIGHTS NEED REPLACING ON MY 2011 LINCOLN MKS @ UNSAFE TO DRIVE AT NIGHT WITH MINIMAL LIGHTING. CAR WAS PARKED ST MY RESIDENCE.”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Body & Structure · February 3, 2018

2011 Western Star Constellation — common questions

Is the 2011 Western Star Constellation reliable?

The record is thin — 3 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 1 recall should be verified as completed.

Does the 2011 Western Star Constellation have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 2011 Western Star Constellation. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Related

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.