Safety defect investigations, technical specifications, and manufacturer repair notices for Canadian owners.
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Safety recall notices and repair campaigns registered for the 1983 Western Star Conventional in Canada.
Certain trucks may have throttle return springs that could fail during normal operation without prior warning. If both springs fail, the engine throttle may not return to the idle position when the throttle foot pedal is released. This could result in loss of vehicle control and a possible vehicle crash. Correction: throttle return springs will be replaced.
A failure of this component (engine) may increase the risk of a crash or injury.
Authorized dealerships will inspect the vehicle and complete all necessary repairs free of charge (parts and labor).
On certain trucks, when a sentinal shutdown unit is activated due to the failure of a monitered system and blocks the engine fuel supply, the fuel pump continues to pump fuel and build pressure. This pressure may cause the fuel filter to fail, spraying the engine compartment and creating a potential fire hazard.
A failure of this component (fuel system) may increase the risk of a crash or injury.
Authorized dealerships will inspect the vehicle and complete all necessary repairs free of charge (parts and labor).
On certain trucks, the pitman arm was undertorqued when installed on the sector shaft of the steering box. Separation of the pitman arm would result in loss of steering control.
A failure of this component (steering) may increase the risk of a crash or injury.
Authorized dealerships will inspect the vehicle and complete all necessary repairs free of charge (parts and labor).
On certain trucks, the lap belt may detach from the retractor assembly under severe decelerations.
A failure of this component (seats and restraints) may increase the risk of a crash or injury.
Authorized dealerships will inspect the vehicle and complete all necessary repairs free of charge (parts and labor).
On certain trucks, the Rockwell "FF" series front axle beam assemblies may contain cracks at the axle beam forged ends where the steering knuckles are attached by the king pins. These cracks may lead to a failure of the axle beam end under normal operating conditions and could cause a complete separation of the wheels, tires, brake assemblies and steering knuckles from the vehicle, leading to a loss of vehicle control and possible crash.
A failure of this component (suspension) may increase the risk of a crash or injury.
Authorized dealerships will inspect the vehicle and complete all necessary repairs free of charge (parts and labor).
Certain trucks may have a defective ON-OFF toggle switch installation in the sleeper which may cause an intermittent short circuit which could lead to heat damage of the surrounding materials and a possible smoke hazard. Smoke may adversely affect the driver's ability to safely operate the vehicle.
A failure of this component (electrical) may increase the risk of a crash or injury.
Authorized dealerships will inspect the vehicle and complete all necessary repairs free of charge (parts and labor).
On certain trucks, the governor flyweight shield may become loose or break off from the flyweight carrier due to an incorrect shield to carrier fit. The loose/broken shield may interfere with the operation of the governor weights and movement of the governor linkage. This interference would not allow the engine to reduce in speed when the accelerator control is released. Unexpected loss of engine control may result in a vehicle crash when the vehicle is in an area where movement is restricted.
A failure of this component (other) may increase the risk of a crash or injury.
Authorized dealerships will inspect the vehicle and complete all necessary repairs free of charge (parts and labor).
Certain vehicles equipped with an Eaton two-speed rear axles contain a ratio adapter attached to the rear of the speedometer and an air switch behind the dash which may come in contact with the coiled wire heater duct hose, resulting in an electrical short which could ultimately cause fire.
A failure of this component (other) may increase the risk of a crash or injury.
Authorized dealerships will inspect the vehicle and complete all necessary repairs free of charge (parts and labor).
On certain trucks with Cummins NH and K series engines - an interference may occur between the throttle lever stop pin and a rivet securing a side plate on the fuel pump housing - manufacturing assembly techniques may cause a stack-up and interfere by as much as .002" with the rivet. In come instances, the stop pin on the throttle lever can interfere with the rivets which retain the side cover plate on the fuel pump body. Depending on the orientation of the throttle lever, it is possible for the throttle to become impeded in any position. From idle to wide open throttle.
A failure of this component (engine) may increase the risk of a crash or injury.
Authorized dealerships will inspect the vehicle and complete all necessary repairs free of charge (parts and labor).
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