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1996-1998 Western Star Western Star recall: hub

Western Star Trucks, Inc. reported this safety recall on May 6, 1999. It covers about 1 vehicles.

vehicles affected
1
reported
May 6, 1999
owners notified
May 1, 1999

Suspension: front: hub

What is wrong
Vehicle description: trucks assembled with skf level 2 truck hub units (thu) received from meritor. These hubs can fatigue crack.
Risk
This fatigue cracking can result in wheel separation, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace these hubs with production level 3 hubs.

Recall number 99V128001

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 99V128001

Is there a recall on the 1996-1998 Western Star Western Star hub?

Yes. Recall 99V128001, reported on May 6, 1999, covers about 1 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 99V128001?

Dealers will replace these hubs with production level 3 hubs.

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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