2012 Western Star Constellation Problems: 0 Complaints, 1 Recall

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Electrical system: 12v/24v/48v battery: cablesReported June 21, 2011 · 48,170 vehicles affected

What is wrong: 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.
Risk: 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.

Recall number 11V330000 · Recall details

Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.

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Is the 2012 Western Star Constellation reliable?

Owners have filed 0 complaints about the 2012 Western Star Constellation.

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How many recalls does the 2012 Western Star Constellation have?

1 recall, covering electrical system.

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