1990 WESTERN STAR CONVENTIONAL Recalls (7)

Campaign:
90V200000 on 12/25/1990
Component:
Electrical system:battery:cables
Manufactured:
04/30/1988 - 06/30/1990
Affected:
196
Defect:
When brake air lines and battery electrical cables are routed through the angle brackets on the frame rails, the leaf spring may rub against the battery cables or air lines, causing fraying and eventually rupture.
Consequence:
If the battery cables are sufficiently frayed, the cablesmay cause a short circuit and result in a fire. if the brake air lines areruptured or punctured, severely decreased braking ability may ensue.
Correction:
Reroute battery and air line hoses away from the rear transmission support spring.
Notes:
System: battery cable and air lines.vehicle description: heavy trucks equipped with rear transmission supportspring bolted to top rear of the transmission and extending to the frame rails.
Campaign:
92V143000 on 10/29/1992
Component:
Power train:clutch assembly:pedal/linkage
Manufactured:
07/31/1985 - 02/28/1990
Affected:
10,893
Defect:
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.
Correction:
Replace the aluminum lever with an iron lever.
Notes:
System: transmission; clutch release lever.vehicle description: heavy trucks.
Campaign:
93V207000 on 12/15/1993
Component:
Structure
Manufactured:
12/31/1985 - 12/31/1990
Affected:
5,304
Defect:
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.
Correction:
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.
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.
Campaign:
95V014000 on 02/05/1995
Component:
Equipment:recreational vehicle
Manufactured:
10/31/1990 - 01/31/1995
Affected:
122
Defect:
Straps holding the sleeper upper bunk in the raised position can release without warning.
Consequence:
If the restraining strap releases suddenly, thebunk falls without warning and can strike an occupant sitting in the lower bunk causing personal injury.
Correction:
Dealers will replace the upper bunk retaining straps with an improved automotive safety belt style design strap.
Notes:
System: equipment; bunk sleeper.vehicle description: trucks equipped with double sleeper bunks.note: if your 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, contact western star at 1-604-868-6222. also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
Campaign:
95V034000 on 02/26/1995
Component:
Service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:drum
Manufactured:
10/31/1987 - 05/31/1990
Affected:
48
Defect:
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.
Consequence:
Steering pull from the dragging brake can increase the potential for a vehicle crash.
Correction:
Dealers will replace the front hubs on the affected vehicles.
Notes:
System: brakes; hydraulic; shoe and drum assembly. vehicle description: heavy duty truck chassis equipped with eaton 16.5x6 front brakes and rockwell front hubs.note: if your 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, contact western star at 1-604-860-3319. also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
Campaign:
96V022000 on 02/04/1996
Component:
Engine and engine cooling:exhaust system:manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe
Manufactured:
12/31/1987 - 09/30/1995
Affected:
21
Defect:
These heavy trucks were equipped with exhaust mufflers without heat shielding.
Consequence:
Someone working behind the cab could contact the hot muffler causing personal injury. also some of these vehicles were equipped with deck plates with no grab handles for access.
Correction:
Dealers will install muffler shields and, where necessary, grab handles.
Notes:
System: exhaust; muffler.vehicle description: trucks and truck/tractors. note: owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time, should contact western star at 1-604-860-3319. also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.

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