Western Star 1987–1990 Service Brakes, Hydraulic recall
Recalled February 22, 1995 · NHTSA recall 95V034000 · Western Star
Hazard
STEERING PULL FROM THE DRAGGING BRAKE CAN INCREASE THE POTENTIAL FOR A VEHICLE CRASH.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FRONT HUBS ON THE AFFECTED VEHICLES.
Units
48 units
Description
THE BRAKE RETURN SPRINGS ON THE FRONT BRAKES CAN CONTACT THE FRONT HUBS AS THE BRAKE PADS AND DRUMS WEAR, RESULTING IN SPRING FAILURE. A PIECE OF THE FAILED SPRING CAN LODGE IN THE BRAKE CAM CAUSING THE BRAKE TO DRAG AND THE STEERING TO PULL TO ONE SIDE.
What to do
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FRONT HUBS ON THE AFFECTED VEHICLES.
Product
Western Star CONVENTIONAL
Manufacturer(s)
WESTERN STAR TRUCKS, INC.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Official recall notice on nhtsa.gov →