3 recalls found. |
DEFECT #1 - POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY:PEDAL/LINKAGE
Posted on: 1992-10-30
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.
Consequence
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.
Corrective Action
Replace the aluminum lever with an iron lever.
Notes
System: transmission; clutch release lever.vehicle description: heavy trucks.
DEFECT #2 - STRUCTURE
Posted on: 1993-12-16
Description
The cab access grab handles have thinner than specified wall thickness and are susceptible to fatigue failure breaking at the bend radius near the upper mounting bolt hole.
Consequence
Failure during use of the grab handles can cause auser to fall resulting in personal injury.
Corrective Action
Western star dealers will remove and destroy the recalled grab handles. New handles will be installed on these vehicles.
Notes
System: structure: body; grab bar; strap mounting assist.vehicle description: medium duty conventional trucks and truck/tractors equippedwith 30 inch stainless steel grab handles.note: if your vehicle is presented to an authorized dealer on an agreed uponservice date and the remedy is not provided within a reasonable time and freeof charge or the remedy does not correct the defect or noncompliance, pleasecontact western star service center at 1-604-860-3319. Also contact the nationalhighway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
DEFECT #3 - VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:SPRINGS
Posted on: 1988-03-03
Description
Throttle return springs may fail during normal operation without prior warning.
Consequence
If both springs fail, engine throttle may not return toidle position when throttle foot pedal is released; this could result in a lossof vehicle control and a crash.
Corrective Action
Replace throttle return springs.
Notes
System: throttle return springs.vehicle description: heavy duty conventional trucks.