Defect Description For Recall
The Aluminum Rear Spring Shackle Brackets Have Developed Cracks Which Can Lead To Separation Of The Brackets From The Frame Rail.
Make Of Vehicle
WESTERN STAR
Model Of Vehicle
TRUCK TRACTOR
Year
1989
Recall Campaign Number
94V221000
Component Description
Suspension:Front:Springs:Coil Springs
Effect Of Defect
The Suspension Can Drop Down On One Side, Causing A ReduCTIon Of Steering Control Which Could Result In An Accident.
Fix Defect
Dealers Will Replace The Spring Brackets.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Western Star Trucks, Inc.
Start Of Manufacture
19870301
End Of Manufacture
19920101
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
1690
Date Owners Notified
19941209
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Western Star Trucks, Inc.
Date Report Received
19941109