Western Star Conventional 1994

Model Conventional made in 1994 by Western Star got 5 recalls. There were some recalls concerningelectrical system, engine and engine cooling and equipment.

Conventional year 1994

Recalls

Model 1994

Recalls

Campaign	Manufacturer	Manufacturing date	Type	# of units affected	Date Owner notified Mfg	Recall Initiated by	Manufacturers of recalled vehicles/products	Report Recieved Date	Record Creation Date
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - WIRING
94V247000	WESTERN STAR TRUCKS, INC.	from 01/01/1994 to 10/01/1994	V (Vehicle)	192	12/09/1994	MFR	WESTERN STAR TRUCKS, INC.	12/20/1994	01/03/1995
Defect Summary	The ecm ground terminals were installed such that there is residual stress on the terminal causing the terminal to fatigue and eventually fail.
Consequence Summary	If this terminal fails, the engine will stop andnot re-start. this can cause loss of power steering assist if thevehicle is being driven.
Corrective Summary	Dealers will modify the ecm ground terminal installation.
Notes	System: electrical; wiring.vehicle description: conventional trucks equipped with caterpillar 3406eengines.note: if the vehicle is presented to an authorized dealer on an agreed uponservice date and the remedy is not provided free of charge within a reasonabletime, please contact western star at 1-604-868-6222. also contact thenational highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at1-800-424-9393.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - EXHAUST SYSTEM - MANIFOLD/HEADER/MUFFLER/TAIL PIPE
96V022000	WESTERN STAR TRUCKS, INC.	from 01/01/1988 to 10/01/1995	V (Vehicle)	21	02/27/1996	MFR	WESTERN STAR TRUCKS, INC.	01/05/1996	02/05/1996
Defect Summary	These heavy trucks were equipped with exhaust mufflers without heat shielding.
Consequence Summary	Someone working behind the cab could contact the hot muffler causing personal injury. also some of these vehicles were equipped with deck plates with no grab handles for access.
Corrective Summary	Dealers will install muffler shields and, where necessary, grab handles.
Notes	System: exhaust; muffler.vehicle description: trucks and truck/tractors. note: owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time, should 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.
EQUIPMENT - RECREATIONAL VEHICLE
95V014000	WESTERN STAR TRUCKS, INC.	from 11/01/1990 to 02/01/1995	V (Vehicle)	122	02/17/1995	MFR	WESTERN STAR TRUCKS, INC.	01/01/1995	02/06/1995
Defect Summary	Straps holding the sleeper upper bunk in the raised position can release without warning.
Consequence Summary	If the restraining strap releases suddenly, thebunk falls without warning and can strike an occupant sitting in the lower bunk causing personal injury.
Corrective Summary	Dealers will replace the upper bunk retaining straps with an improved automotive safety belt style design strap.
Notes	System: equipment; bunk sleeper.vehicle description: trucks equipped with double sleeper bunks.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 1-604-868-6222. also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR - SUPPLY - HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
95E003002	WESTERN STAR TRUCKS, INC.	from 10/01/1992 to 02/01/1995	E (Equipment)	283		ODI	WESTERN STAR TRUCKS, INC.	03/13/1995	09/26/1995
Defect Summary	Air system blockage in the air dryer occurs degrading the moisture removing capabilities of the dryer when the vehicle is operated in a cold environment and moisture accumulates and freezes in the air dryer or in the line between the dryer and the air system reservoir. the air dryer can become over pressurized causing the air dryer cartridge to separate from the mounting base.
Consequence Summary	If the air dryer separates from the base, the cartridge can separate sufficiently enough to cause personal injury or property damage.
Corrective Summary	Dealers will equip air systems with a pressure relief valve to be located between the compressor and the air dryer. this pressure relief valve is intended to vent if excessive pressure develops in the air dryer.
Notes	System: brakes;air dryer. vehicle description: heavy duty trucks equipped with rockwell wabco system saver 1000 or system saver twin air dryers.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.
STEERING - LINKAGES - KNUCKLE - SPINDLE - ARM
95V019000	WESTERN STAR TRUCKS, INC.	from 01/01/1994 to 11/01/1994	V (Vehicle)	159	04/26/1995	MFR	WESTERN STAR TRUCKS, INC.	02/07/1995	02/22/1995
Defect Summary	A protective grease coating used on the steering knuckle was not removed prior to assembly of the steering arms. also the joints could have been assembled with keys that were softer than specified and with nuts of a softer material than anticipated.
Consequence Summary	These conditions can allow the steering arm to turninside the knuckle shearing the locator key resulting in loss of steering control and increasing the potential for an accident.
Corrective Summary	Dealers will clean the steering arm/knuckle joints, replace the nuts and keys, and retorque the steering arm nuts.
Notes	System: steering; linkages; knuckle.vehicle description: heavy duty trucks utilizing rockwell axle assemblies.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.