Western Star Trucks, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #84V155000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 84V155000 by Western Star Trucks, Inc.. Includes 516 affected units, LIGHTING:SWITCH:BUTTON:RING:OTHER PART LIGHTING SY, component: EXTERIOR LIGHTING, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

A defective toggle switch may have been installed in the sleeper of some trucks. The problem may cause an intermittent short circuit, resulting from constant vibration of the vehicle which may cause the switch terminal to wear through the insulating material.

Corrective Action

The dealer will inspect for the defect and, if necessary, install a toggle switch box to prevent a short circuit. This will be done free of charge.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 84V155000

Manufacturer: Western Star Trucks, Inc.

Report Received Date: 1984-12-05T00:00:00

Subject: Lighting:switch:button:ring:other part lighting sy

Component: Exterior Lighting

Potentially Affected Units: 516

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: A defective toggle switch may have been installed in the sleeper of some trucks. The problem may cause an intermittent short circuit, resulting from constant vibration of the vehicle which may cause the switch terminal to wear through the insulating material.

Consequence Summary: N/A

Corrective Action: The dealer will inspect for the defect and, if necessary, install a toggle switch box to prevent a short circuit. This will be done free of charge.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

Metadata

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NHTSA ID: 84V155000

Position: N/A

Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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