Western Ws Series 1979

Model Ws Series made in 1979 by Western got 7 recalls. There were some recalls concerningelectrical system, engine and engine cooling and equipment.

Model 1979

Recalls


CampaignManufacturerManufacturing dateType# of units affectedDate Owner notified MfgRecall Initiated byManufacturers of recalled vehicles/productsReport Recieved DateRecord Creation DateRegulation Part NumberFMVSS Number
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - WIRING - FRONT UNDERHOOD
79V271000MACK TRUCKS, INCORPORATEDfrom 08/01/1977 to 10/01/1979V (Vehicle)445606/30/1980MFRWESTERN PRODUCTS12/27/197901/14/1980
Defect SummaryThe cab electrical feed cables may have been installed on the involved vehicles with an inadequate crimping of the terminal to the cable. as a result, the cable could separate from the terminal.
Consequence Summary
Corrective SummaryDealer will inspect and, if necessary, recrimp the terminal ends as required.
NotesVehicle description: trucks.system: electrical; cab feed cable.consequences of defect: if separation occurs, loss of electrical power,including headlight illumination, would occur. this could result in a vehicleaccident during night driving.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE
81V087000MACK TRUCKS, INCORPORATEDfrom 04/01/1978 to 07/01/1981V (Vehicle)1500010/12/1982MFRWESTERN PRODUCTS07/08/198107/17/1981
Defect SummaryDue to a deficiency in material strength, the front engine support brackets on the involved vehicles may develop cracks that could lead to bracket failure. this would cause the engine to drop down into the radiator, damaging the shroud, engine fan, and other associated parts. the engine throttle could be pulled into full governed position.
Consequence Summary
Corrective SummaryThe existing support brackets will be replaced with brackets made of ductile iron, at no charge to owner.
NotesVehicle description: trucks.system: structure; front engine support brackets.consequences of defect: with the throttle locked in this position, the driverwould have no control over vehicle speed. loss of vehicle control and anaccident could follow.
EQUIPMENT - OTHER - LABELS
80V026000MACK TRUCKS, INCORPORATEDfrom 01/01/1979 to 01/01/1980V (Vehicle)330001/05/1981MFRWESTERN PRODUCTS03/11/198004/04/1980567
Defect SummaryVehicle certification labels were mislocated on the involved vehicles. the labels are located inside the dispatch box lid where they are not easily visible.
Consequence Summary
Corrective SummaryNew certification labels will be installed in an acceptable location.
NotesVehicle description: trucks.system: equipment; vehicle certification labels.consequences of defect: mislocation of labels may deprive owner of informationnecessary for safe vehicle operation.
SEAT BELTS - FRONT - ANCHORAGE
79V274000MACK TRUCKS, INCORPORATEDfrom 10/01/1979 to 11/01/1979V (Vehicle)40006/30/1980MFRWESTERN PRODUCTS12/27/197901/14/1980571210
Defect SummaryThe involved vehicles fail to comform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 210, seat belt assembly anchorages. the tether belt mounting brackets may allow the seat upper base to rotate and disconnect upon heavy loading.
Consequence Summary
Corrective SummaryDealer will install improved seat tether mounting brackets, without charge to owner.
NotesVehicle description: trucks equipped with air suspension.system: interior; seat tether belts.consequences of defect: in the event of an accident, the seat base mayseparate, which could result in personal injuries to passengers.
SUSPENSION - FRONT - SPRINGS - COIL SPRINGS
79V275000MACK TRUCKS, INCORPORATEDfrom 08/01/1977 to 10/01/1979V (Vehicle)900006/30/1980MFRWESTERN PRODUCTS12/28/197901/14/1980571204
Defect SummaryThe involved vehicles fail to comply with federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 204, steering control rearward displacement. the aluminum front spring rear bracket is subject to breakage. this bracket, along with the taper leaf front springs, attaches the spring shackle to the chassis frame.
Consequence Summary
Corrective SummaryDealer will replace the present aluminum front spring rear bracket with a redesigned spring bracket containing a reinforcing rib.
NotesVehicle description: trucks.system: suspension; aluminum front spring rear bracket.consequences of defect: should the bracket break, steering control would beimpaired. this could cause loss of vehicle control and an accident.
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.