Recalls for 1978 Western Rl Series

DEFECT #1 - SUSPENSION:REAR:SPRINGS

Posted on: 1981-08-11
Description
Inadequate 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


Corrective Action
Spring 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.

Notes
Vehicle 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.

DEFECT #2 - SUSPENSION:REAR:SPRINGS:LEAF SPRING ASSEMBLY

Posted on: 1984-04-11
Description
Spring 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


Corrective Action
The axle housing will be inspected and replaced, if necessary.  The spring seats will also be replaced.

Notes
Vehicle description: heavy trucks.system: suspension; rear spring seat.consequences of defect: loss of vehicle control could occur without warning,possibly resulting in an accident.

DEFECT #3 - SUSPENSION:FRONT:SPRINGS:COIL SPRINGS

Posted on: 1980-01-14
Description
The 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


Corrective Action
Dealer will replace the present aluminum front spring rear bracket with a redesigned spring bracket containing a reinforcing rib.

Notes
Vehicle 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.