Consumer was traveling on highway and there was an air leak. He was smelling rubber. He pulled over to shoulder. Heat from muffler was melting airbag. Dealership was aware of problem. *ak
The worst 2001 Western Star Constellation problems
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Recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
Technical service bulletins for the 2001 Western Star Constellation 13
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- Western star: around the diesel exhaust fluid (DEF) an excessive amount of crystal or powder built up...
- Western star: lubricate wheel bearings, rear drive axles. js
- Western star trucks: fuel line fitting replacement information. rm
- Western star trucks: the rear suspension air-spring assembly has been redesigned. rm
- Western star trucks: instructions to remove, inspect, and reseal the lower pinion cover on the rear axles. rm
- Western star trucks: information on wheel bearing lubrication in the rear axle. rm
- Western star trucks: the procedure to replace the power steering pump with a different version pump. rm
- Western star trucks: there are new cgi bellows due to current ones that are prone to failure. rm
- Western star: cab front crossmember retrofit; 109BBC raised cab. some raised cab trucks have experienced...
- Western star: trw TAS85 steering gear internal leakage test. some trw TAS85 steering gears have been...
See all 13 bulletins for the 2001 Western Star Constellation
What 2001 Western Star Constellation owners say
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Questions about the 2001 Western Star Constellation
Is the 2001 Western Star Constellation reliable?
Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 2001 Western Star Constellation, close to a typical Constellation model year.
What is the most common problem with the 2001 Western Star Constellation?
Engine and cooling, with 1 complaint.
How many recalls does the 2001 Western Star Constellation have?
No recalls on record.
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