Western Star 1985–1990 Power Train recall
Recalled October 8, 1992 · NHTSA recall 92V143000 · Western Star
Hazard
IF 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.
Remedy
REPLACE THE ALUMINUM LEVER WITH AN IRON LEVER.
Units
10,893 units
Description
PREMATURE 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.
What to do
REPLACE THE ALUMINUM LEVER WITH AN IRON LEVER.
Product
Western Star CONVENTIONAL
Manufacturer(s)
WESTERN STAR TRUCKS, INC.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Official recall notice on nhtsa.gov →