Western Ws Series 1983

Model Ws Series made in 1983 by Western got 1 recall. There was one recall concerning steering .

Model 1983

Recalls


CampaignManufacturerManufacturing dateType# of units affectedDate Owner notified MfgRecall Initiated byManufacturers of recalled vehicles/productsReport Recieved DateRecord Creation DateRegulation Part NumberFMVSS Number
STEERING - WHEEL AND HANDLE BAR
84V033000MACK TRUCKS, INCORPORATEDfrom 11/01/1983 to 02/01/1984V (Vehicle)439311/05/1984MFRWESTERN PRODUCTS03/22/198404/05/1984
Defect SummaryImproper steering clamp bolts and torque applied during installation. the bolt could fail, allowing the steering yoke to become loose.
Consequence Summary
Corrective SummaryInspection and, if necessary, installation of proper steering shaft clamp bolts tightened to specifications.
NotesVehicle description: heavy trucks.system: steering; shaft clamp bolts.consequences of defect: this can lead to complete loss of steering controlwithout warning and possible vehicle crash.