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1995-1997 Western Star Constellation recall: gear box (other than rack and pinion)

Western Star Trucks, Inc. reported this safety recall on April 25, 1997. It covers about 14 vehicles.

vehicles affected
14
reported
Apr 25, 1997
owners notified
Jun 9, 1997

Steering: gear box (other than rack and pinion)

What is wrong
Vehicle description: conventional trucks and truck/tractors equipped with a firewall adapter plate for the steering shaft boot. Insufficient clearance between the top of the steering shaft and the top of the opening in the adapter plate can cause the steering shaft to contact the top of the firewall adapter opening wearing a groove in the steering shaft. If the groove is allowed to wear deep enough, the shaft can fail.
Risk
If the steering shaft fails, steering control will be lost increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the firewall adapter plate on the affected vehicles.

Recall number 97V075000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 97V075000

Is there a recall on the 1995-1997 Western Star Constellation gear box (other than rack and pinion)?

Yes. Recall 97V075000, reported on April 25, 1997, covers about 14 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 97V075000?

Dealers will replace the firewall adapter plate on the affected vehicles.

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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