1988 WESTERN STAR TRUCK TRACTOR Recall

Campaign:

94V221000 on 11/21/1994

Component:

Suspension:front:springs:coil springs

Manufactured:

02/28/1987 - 12/31/1991

Affected:

1,690

Defect:

The aluminum rear spring shackle brackets have developed cracks which can lead to separation of the brackets from the frame rail.

Consequence:

The suspension can drop down on one side, causing a reduction of steering control which could result in an accident.

Correction:

Dealers will replace the spring brackets.

Notes:

System: suspension; independent front; attaching mechanism; spring; coil.vehicle description: heavy duty trucks and truck tractors.note: if the vehicle is presented to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and the remedy is not provided free of charge within a reasonable time or the remedy does not correct the defect, please contact western star at1-604-868-6222. also, contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.

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