Western Star Trucks, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #95V034000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 95V034000 by Western Star Trucks, Inc.. Includes 48 affected units, BRAKES:HYDRAULIC:SHOE AND DRUM SYSTEM, component: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

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.

Corrective Action

Dealers will replace the front hubs on the affected vehicles.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 95V034000

Manufacturer: Western Star Trucks, Inc.

Report Received Date: 1995-02-22T00:00:00

Subject: Brakes:hydraulic:shoe and drum system

Component: Service Brakes, Hydraulic

Potentially Affected Units: 48

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: 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 Summary: Steering pull from the dragging brake can increase the potential for a vehicle crash.

Corrective Action: Dealers will replace the front hubs on the affected vehicles.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

Metadata

SID: row-6mjr-f38q~egyv

NHTSA ID: 95V034000

Position: N/A

Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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