Foundation components: drumRecall 95V-034 · 1987–1990 Western Star Conventional
WESTERN STAR TRUCKS, INC. recall 95V-034 covers 48 1987–1990 Western Star Conventional for a foundation components: drum problem, reported to NHTSA on February 22, 1995.
Source: NHTSA recall 95V034000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
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.
The risk
STEERING PULL FROM THE DRAGGING BRAKE CAN INCREASE THE POTENTIAL FOR A VEHICLE CRASH.
The fix
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FRONT HUBS ON THE AFFECTED VEHICLES.
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.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Vehicles in this recall
Built from November 1, 1987 to June 1, 1990. Not every vehicle in these model years is included; check by VIN.