1994 Western Star Conventional recall: arm

Western Star Trucks, Inc. reported this safety recall on February 7, 1995. It covers about 159 vehicles.

vehicles affected: 159
reported: Feb 7, 1995
owners notified: Apr 26, 1995

Steering: linkages: knuckle: spindle: arm

What is wrong: A protective grease coating used on the steering knuckle was not removed prior to assembly of the steering arms. Also the joints could have been assembled with keys that were softer than specified and with nuts of a "softer" material than anticipated.
Risk: These conditions can allow the steering arm to turninside the knuckle shearing the locator key resulting in loss of steering control and increasing the potential for an accident.
Remedy: Dealers will clean the steering arm/knuckle joints, replace the nuts and keys, and retorque the steering arm nuts.

Recall number 95V019000

Affected vehicles

Western Star Conventional 1994 1994

Questions about recall 95V019000

Is there a recall on the 1994 Western Star Conventional arm?

Yes. Recall 95V019000, reported on February 7, 1995, covers about 159 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 95V019000?

Dealers will clean the steering arm/knuckle joints, replace the nuts and keys, and retorque the steering arm nuts.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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