Western Star 1987–1989 Vehicle Speed Control recall
Recalled December 22, 1989 · NHTSA recall 89V233000 · Western Star
Hazard
IF 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.
Remedy
MANUFACTURER WILL REPLACE THE THROTTLE RETURN SPRINGS.
Units
75 units
Description
THROTTLE RETURN SPRINGS MAY FAIL DURING NORMAL OPERATION WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING.
What to do
MANUFACTURER WILL REPLACE THE THROTTLE RETURN SPRINGS.
Product
Western Star CONVENTIONAL
Manufacturer(s)
WESTERN STAR TRUCKS, INC.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Official recall notice on nhtsa.gov →