Western Star Trucks, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #99V082001

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 99V082001 by Western Star Trucks, Inc.. Includes 50 affected units, WESTERN STAR/MERITOR/15" DIAMETER CAM BRAKES, component: SERVICE BRAKES, AIR, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Vehicle description: heavy duty trucks equipped with 15" (widths: 4" and 5") air-actuated q-plus cam brake equipped with federal mogul friction products 3030-197 brake lining (meritor r201) brake linings and actuated with type 20 air chambers x 5.5" slack adjusters. the affected brakes were installed predominantly in heavy truck front axle assemblies. these assemblies do not fully satisfy the test performance requirements of fmvss no. 121, "air brake systems."

Corrective Action

The brake lining will be replaced with upgraded brake linings.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 99V082001
Manufacturer: Western Star Trucks, Inc.
Report Received Date: 1999-11-30T00:00:00
Subject: Western star/meritor/15" diameter cam brakes
Component: Service Brakes, Air
Potentially Affected Units: 50

Details

MFR Campaign Number: W-9902
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Vehicle description: heavy duty trucks equipped with 15" (widths: 4" and 5") air-actuated q-plus cam brake equipped with federal mogul friction products 3030-197 brake lining (meritor r201) brake linings and actuated with type 20 air chambers x 5.5" slack adjusters. the affected brakes were installed predominantly in heavy truck front axle assemblies. these assemblies do not fully satisfy the test performance requirements of fmvss no. 121, "air brake systems."
Consequence Summary: This condition could cause decreased braking effort.
Corrective Action: The brake lining will be replaced with upgraded brake linings.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: N/A

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NHTSA ID: 99V082001
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Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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