Western Star Conventional 1987

Model Conventional made in 1987 by Western Star got 7 recalls. There were some recalls concerningpower train, service brakes, hydraulic and structure.

Model 1987

Recalls


CampaignManufacturerManufacturing dateType# of units affectedDate Owner notified MfgRecall Initiated byManufacturers of recalled vehicles/productsReport Recieved DateRecord Creation DateRegulation Part NumberFMVSS Number
POWER TRAIN - CLUTCH ASSEMBLY - PEDAL/LINKAGE
92V143000WESTERN STAR TRUCKS, INC.from 08/01/1985 to 03/01/1990V (Vehicle)1089301/04/1993MFRWESTERN STAR TRUCKS, INC.10/08/199210/30/1992
Defect SummaryPremature failure of the aluminum clutch release lever can occur from stress corrosion due to continuous loading of the lever and exposure to road salt spray.
Consequence SummaryIf the failure occurs during vehicle operation, theclutch is rendered inoperative and the vehicle operator cannot control thevehicle speed by up-shifting or down-shifting, which may result in loss ofvehicle control.
Corrective SummaryReplace the aluminum lever with an iron lever.
NotesSystem: transmission; clutch release lever.vehicle description: heavy trucks.
88V005000WESTERN STAR TRUCKS, INC.from 11/01/1986 to 07/01/1987V (Vehicle)109701/06/1988MFRWESTERN STAR TRUCKS, INC.01/18/198802/08/1988
Defect SummaryThe c shaped clutch release lever may have been weakened due to casting imperfections.
Consequence SummaryClutch lever may fail resulting in loss of clutchcontrol which could result in loss of vehicle control and an accident.
Corrective SummaryReplace the c shaped clutch release lever.
NotesSystem: clutch release levervehicle description: heavy duty conventional trucks.
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DRUM
95V034000WESTERN STAR TRUCKS, INC.from 11/01/1987 to 06/01/1990V (Vehicle)4807/20/1995MFRWESTERN STAR TRUCKS, INC.02/22/199502/27/1995
Defect SummaryThe brake return springs on the front brakes can contact the front hubs as the brake pads and drums wear, resulting in spring failure. a piece of the failed spring can lodge in the brake cam causing the brake to drag and the steering to pull to one side.
Consequence SummarySteering pull from the dragging brake can increase the potential for a vehicle crash.
Corrective SummaryDealers will replace the front hubs on the affected vehicles.
NotesSystem: brakes; hydraulic; shoe and drum assembly. vehicle description: heavy duty truck chassis equipped with eaton 16.5x6 front brakes and rockwell front hubs.note: if your vehicle is presented to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and the remedy is not provided free of charge within a reasonable time, contact western star at 1-604-860-3319. also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
STRUCTURE
93V207000WESTERN STAR TRUCKS, INC.from 01/01/1986 to 01/01/1991V (Vehicle)530401/31/1994ODIWESTERN STAR TRUCKS, INC.12/07/199312/16/1993
Defect SummaryThe cab access grab handles have thinner than specified wall thickness and are susceptible to fatigue failure breaking at the bend radius near the upper mounting bolt hole.
Consequence SummaryFailure during use of the grab handles can cause auser to fall resulting in personal injury.
Corrective SummaryWestern star dealers will remove and destroy the recalled grab handles. new handles will be installed on these vehicles.
NotesSystem: structure: body; grab bar; strap mounting assist.vehicle description: medium duty conventional trucks and truck/tractors equippedwith 30 inch stainless steel grab handles.note: if your vehicle is presented to an authorized dealer on an agreed uponservice date and the remedy is not provided within a reasonable time and freeof charge or the remedy does not correct the defect or noncompliance, pleasecontact western star service center at 1-604-860-3319. also contact the nationalhighway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
SUSPENSION - FRONT - SPRINGS - COIL SPRINGS
94V221000WESTERN STAR TRUCKS, INC.from 03/01/1987 to 01/01/1992V (Vehicle)169012/09/1994MFRWESTERN STAR TRUCKS, INC.11/09/199411/22/1994
Defect SummaryThe aluminum rear spring shackle brackets have developed cracks which can lead to separation of the brackets from the frame rail.
Consequence SummaryThe suspension can drop down on one side, causing a reduction of steering control which could result in an accident.
Corrective SummaryDealers will replace the spring brackets.
NotesSystem: suspension; independent front; attaching mechanism; spring; coil.vehicle description: heavy duty trucks and truck tractors.note: if the vehicle is presented to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and the remedy is not provided free of charge within a reasonable time or the remedy does not correct the defect, please contact western star at1-604-868-6222. also, contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL - SPRINGS
88V023000WESTERN STAR TRUCKS, INC.from 09/01/1982 to 01/01/1988V (Vehicle)30302/16/1988MFRWESTERN STAR TRUCKS, INC.02/26/198803/03/1988
Defect SummaryThrottle return springs may fail during normal operation without prior warning.
Consequence SummaryIf both springs fail, engine throttle may not return toidle position when throttle foot pedal is released; this could result in a lossof vehicle control and a crash.
Corrective SummaryReplace throttle return springs.
NotesSystem: throttle return springs.vehicle description: heavy duty conventional trucks.
89V233000WESTERN STAR TRUCKS, INC.from 11/01/1987 to 12/01/1989V (Vehicle)7511/01/1990MFRWESTERN STAR TRUCKS, INC.12/22/198901/04/1990
Defect SummaryThrottle return springs may fail during normal operation without prior warning.
Consequence SummaryIf both throttle return springs fail the engine throttlenat not return to the idle postion when the throttle pedal is released. this mayresult in loss of vehicle control, and could cause an accident.
Corrective SummaryManufacturer will replace the throttle return springs.
NotesSystem: throttle linkages and control.vehicle category: heavy truck.