Western Rs Series 1980

Model Rs Series made in 1980 by Western got 3 recalls. There were some recalls concerningstructure, suspension.

Model 1980

Recalls


CampaignManufacturerManufacturing dateType# of units affectedDate Owner notified MfgRecall Initiated byManufacturers of recalled vehicles/productsReport Recieved DateRecord Creation DateRegulation Part NumberFMVSS Number
STRUCTURE - FRAME AND MEMBERS
85V158000MACK TRUCKS, INCORPORATEDfrom 01/01/1979 to 10/01/1980V (Vehicle)157501/13/1987MFRWESTERN PRODUCTS11/26/198512/04/1985
Defect SummaryThe 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.
Consequence Summary
Corrective SummaryRemove and replace frame rail as necessary or ground out and dress to eliminate any stress risers that may develop.
NotesSystem: frame rail. vehicle description: heavy-duty trucks with ross or garrison power steering with eaton power steering pump.
SUSPENSION - REAR - SPRINGS
81V094000MACK TRUCKS, INCORPORATEDfrom 05/01/1978 to 09/01/1981V (Vehicle)100005/10/1982MFRWESTERN PRODUCTS08/06/198108/11/1981
Defect SummaryInadequate weld positioning coupled with radius rod load and loosening of the spring clip nuts could cause spring seat fracture. this can result in loss of directional control of the axle.
Consequence Summary
Corrective SummarySpring seat radius rod brackets will be inspected and replaced if necessary. in addition, supplemental brackets will be installed to reinforce the spring seat, without charge.
NotesVehicle description: heavy trucks equipped with rockwell internationalsqhd-sqhp rear axle and dayton truckmaster suspension.system: suspension; spring seat/radius rod bracket.consequences of defect: this defect could cause a loss of vehicle controlwithout prior warning and may result in an accident.
SUSPENSION - REAR - SPRINGS - LEAF SPRING ASSEMBLY
84V036000MACK TRUCKS, INCORPORATEDfrom 10/01/1978 to 05/01/1982V (Vehicle)3421ODIWESTERN PRODUCTS03/23/198404/11/1984
Defect SummarySpring seat can deform, which causes a decrease in the clamping force in the suspension assembly. loss of clamping force may bring about axle misalignment or axle housing failure.
Consequence Summary
Corrective SummaryThe axle housing will be inspected and replaced, if necessary. the spring seats will also be replaced.
NotesVehicle description: heavy trucks.system: suspension; rear spring seat.consequences of defect: loss of vehicle control could occur without warning,possibly resulting in an accident.