Defect Description For Recall
The Right Hand Frame Rail Lower Flange Could Develop Cracks Due To Poor Grinding Methods At Stress Points. Consequence Of Defect: Frame Failure Could Occur Without Warning And Could Result In Loss Of Control And Possibly A Crash.
Make Of Vehicle
WESTERN
Model Of Vehicle
RL SERIES
Year
1980
Recall Campaign Number
85V158000
Component Description
Structure:Frame And Members
Effect Of Defect
Fix Defect
Remove And Replace Frame Rail As Necessary Or Ground Out And Dress To Eliminate Any Stress Risers That May Develop.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Mack Trucks, Incorporated
Start Of Manufacture
19790101
End Of Manufacture
19801001
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
1575
Date Owners Notified
19870113
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Western Products
Date Report Received
19851126